HVAC Craftsman II

HVAC Craftsman II (Day) – Virginia Beach City Public Schools

Perform skilled work troubleshooting and assessing the need for maintenance, repair, modification, replacement, and installation of HVAC equipment.

• Evaluate projects, determine feasibility, scope of work, estimates for material, and personnel requirements.
• Inspect work performed by contractors and internal staff; evaluate and make recommendations to supervisor.
• Manage the maintenance requirements of assigned schools/facilities in a geographic zone through work orders, preventative maintenance requirements, emergency calls, etc.
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, specifications and drawings to determine job requirements.
• Operate work truck and supervise the work of accompanying personnel.
• Communicate with dispatch, other craftsmen, supervisor, administrative staff.
• Communicate and coordinate work with other trades, as necessary.
• Collaborate with school personnel regarding job requests and outcomes.
• Operate tools and equipment associated with the trade.
• Maintain accurate work order records and parts inventory.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
• Evaluate equipment and building systems.
• Procure parts and services with vendors.
• Coordinate warranty repairs.
• Perform related work as required.

• Installation of new or repair of related trade equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair, install and maintain refrigeration and air handling equipment; maintain records and files and prepare reports.
• Perform preventive maintenance as required or as requested by manufacturers' recommendations.
• Locate, order, and install defective parts.
• Verify equipment operations and make necessary repairs according to manufacturers' recommendations.
• Troubleshoot comfort concerns and make necessary corrections.
• Work intensely with the HVAC Specialist to ensure the equipment is operating according to manufacturer recommendations.
• Maintain and repair chilled/hot water circulation components.
• Maintain, repair and rebuild various components encompassing the HVAC atmosphere.

Thorough knowledge of the common practices, tools, terminology and safety precautions of a trade; knowledge of the use and characteristics of common building materials; ability to use and operate tools and machinery associated with the trade; thorough knowledge of hazards and safe precautions associated with the trade; ability to plan, organize and successfully complete multiple, unrelated simultaneous projects; ability to provide and follow oral and written instructions;

demonstrate leadership and organizational skills; ability to estimate material and time required for various jobs; ability to interpret technical documents, drawings, blueprints, etc.; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates. Proficient in the use of computers and job-related software.

• High School Diploma, GED, or completion of a vocational program.
• Minimum three (ideally five) years of experience in the trade.
• CFC Certification.

Must have the use of sensory skills to communicate and interact with other employees and the public. Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, grasping, repetitive motion, reaching, and driving. Occasional sitting, balancing, kneeling, and crawling. Exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, fumes, gases, unusual odors, vibrations, hazards such as moving vehicles, electric current, moving mechanical parts, and loud noises. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and over 50 pounds occasionally.

Requires timely and regular adherence to established work schedules.

Possession of a valid driver's license. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

All applicants, both internal and external, must attach a current detailed resume to your electronic application. Please see the job posting link below for a complete job description.

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Hourly rate range: $23.03–$33.59. Salary will be based on job-related creditable years of full‑time, verified work experience. Entry‑level rate awarded at the time of hire, with adjustment upon verification of experience. Benefits include health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development, and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.

Director/Designee

6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.