HVAC Building Maintenance Mechanic II or III

Job Overview

* This position may be filled as a Building Maintenance Mechanic II or III, depending on qualifications.*

The Building Maintenance Mechanic II performs skilled work in the maintenance, repair, and installations of HVAC systems for the City and City School facilities. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Building Maintenance Supervisor.

The Building Maintenance Mechanic III performs skilled and more complex work in the maintenance, repair, and installations of HVAC systems for the City and School facilities. Work is performed under limited supervision of the Building Maintenance Supervisor.

As of March 28, 2024, this position is part of the Labor and Trades bargaining unit, as defined by the City’s Collective Bargaining Ordinance (Ordinance No. 22‑128) and the Labor and Trades Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) effective July 1, 2025.

The pay rate cited below will apply to individuals hired into this position on or after July 1, 2025. Future wage adjustments are subject to terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement between the City and the exclusive bargaining representative. Starting pay for this position is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity:

• Preferred hiring amount for a Building Maintenance Mechanic II is between $20.45 to $25.14 an hour ($42,536.00 – $52,291.20 Annually).
• Preferred hiring amount for a Building Maintenance Mechanic III is between $25.06 to $30.80 an hour ($52,124.80 – $64,064.00 Annually).

This is a full‑time, non‑exempt position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer‑paid life insurance, City’s retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

• For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, contact the City’s Benefits Administrator at 434‑970‑3462.

• Respond to standard HVAC and/or electrical issues and work order requests.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and system issues, including conducting installations and necessary repairs.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair HVAC systems, electrical equipment, and/or other building systems to ensure safe and efficient operation, including performing routine and preventative maintenance such as replacing filters, belts, and lights, cleaning parts, and addressing mechanical issues.
• Enter and provide information into the work order system for accurate accountability of time and resources.
• Assist and cross‑train with experienced building maintenance mechanics in all facets of daily operation and work project completion as needed and assigned.
• Operate a City vehicle in the performance of the job duties.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Review appropriate checklists to ensure that all critical parts are examined.
• Follow safety instructions and attend appropriate safety training.
• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Subject to being called back to work to the City in emergencies or as needed to provide necessary services to the public; must have the ability to be contacted and respond based on Departmental guidelines.

• Respond to standard HVAC and/or electrical issues and work order requests.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and system issues, including conducting installations and necessary repairs.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair HVAC systems, electrical equipment, and/or other building systems to ensure safe and efficient operation, including performing routine and preventative maintenance such as replacing filters, belts, and lights, cleaning parts, and addressing mechanical…