HVAC Mechanic

**Job Requisition:** JR101908 HVAC Mechanic (Open) **Job Posting Title:** HVAC Mechanic **Department:** CC00463 VIMS1 | DEAN | Facilities Management Admin **Job Family:** Staff - Maintenance **Worker Sub-Type:** Regular (benefited) **Job Requisition Primary Location:** Facilities Management **Primary Job Posting Location:** Posting Location - VIMS Gloucester **Job Description Summary:** School Mission Statement The Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) has a three-part mission of research, education, and advisory service. Our over-arching goals are to: • Make seminal advances in understanding marine systems through research and discovery. • Translate research findings into practical solutions to complex issues of societal importance. • Provide new generations of researchers, educators, problem solvers, and managers with a coastal and marine sciences education of unsurpassed quality. Unit Mission Statement Facilities Management enables the Institute to carry out its mission of teaching, research, and advisory service by providing cost effective and efficient planning, design, construction, maintenance, safety, and security services throughout William & Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Science. **Job Description:** **Position Summary** The Mechanical/HVAC department ensures the safe, reliable, energy-efficient, and code-compliant operation of all campus HVAC, hydronic, steam, and building automation systems. The position serves as a senior journeyman-level technician responsible for advanced diagnostics, complex repairs, system optimization, mentoring less experienced staff, and supporting critical campus infrastructure. Core responsibilities include: - Operation, maintenance, and repair of packaged equipment, chillers, boilers, pumps, and piping components. - Performance of preventive maintenance on HVAC-related systems and equipment. - Operation and monitoring of Building Automation Systems (BAS). - Utilization of the work order system to coordinate, document, and track preventive and corrective maintenance activities. **Required Qualifications** **Education** - High school diploma or equivalent. - HVAC Journeyman's License or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of employment. - Universal Refrigerant Certification or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of employment. - Valid driver's license. **Experience** - Demonstrated work experience in commercial and residential HVAC systems construction. - Demonstrated work experience with Johnson Controls, Siemens, or similar energy management control systems. - Demonstrated journeyman-level experience performing advanced commercial HVAC diagnostics, controls integration, and complex mechanical system repairs. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities** - Operation and repair of mechanical and electro-mechanical components of diverse HVAC equipment. - Mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of refrigeration and air conditioning systems. - Knowledge of practices, methods, and materials commonly used in the repair and servicing of commercial HVAC equipment. - Diagnostic and analytical skills related to troubleshooting, testing, diagnosing, and repairing HVAC equipment. - Strong oral and written communication skills. - Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment essential for the repair of HVAC, hydronic, and related equipment. - Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications. - Ability to work effectively with supervisors, peers, and customers. - Ability to safely and effectively work from heights, including ladders and scaffolding, and in confined spaces. **Preferred Qualifications** **Education** - Completion of a technical trade school, apprenticeship, or Associate degree in HVAC, Mechanical Systems, or a related field. **Salary:** Starting at $55,000.00 **Conditions of Employment** - Incumbent will be required to participate in the Facilities Management on-call program. - Position has been designated as essential to departmental operations duri…