Maintenance Engineer I-Heating and AC

Department:

PUBLIC WORKS Compensation Grade:

G25

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range: $57,304.00 $ 89,315.20

Starting salary – Minimum of the Pay Range OR Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualifications.

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

No

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

About Us:

Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.

Job Duties and

Preferred Qualifications:

The Maintenance Engineer I – Heating and Air Conditioning is responsible for overseeing, scheduling, and directing a team of up to (5) technicians. This role requires coordinating maintenance activities with building directors, Fire and Police personnel, correctional facility staff, and senior city officials to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently. This position also works closely with other skilled trades to facilitate project coordination and operational continuity.

The work schedule for this position is either Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.A valid HVAC Journeyman license is required.

Perform daily building checks both physically and through a building automation system computer of all HVAC equipment located within the assigned zone.

Must be able to identify, troubleshoot and repair multiple building automation control devices on various DDC platforms.

Maintain, troubleshoot, repair and replace pumps, air handling units, VAV units, fan coil units, boilers, VFD's, roof top units, gas furnaces, heat exchangers, exhaust fans, make up air units, VRF systems, ductless split systems, piping, valves, air separators, duct work, registers, diffusers, kitchen refrigeration equipment, galley cooking equipment, pneumatic systems, air compressors.

Replace compressors, air filters, belts, bearings, contractors, relays, fuses, building automation components.

Review plans, drawings and specifications for renovations and provide comments and recommendations.

Provide life cycle analysis of HVAC equipment and estimated costs.

Conduct performance appraisals on HVAC technicians.

Schedule and monitor work of contractors.

Attend pre-bid and pre-construction meetings.

Order and maintain a repair parts inventory to ensure there is minimal downtime on HVAC equipment.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Systems Engineer.

-This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination.

-Successful completion of a pre-employment physical.

-Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City’s operational status.

-A valid HVAC Journeyman license is required.

The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and leave.

Additional requirements:

• DMV Transcript:
Yes
• CDL:
No
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse:
No
• CPS Check:
No
• Physical:
Yes
• Respirator:
No
• Psychological Screening:
No
• Polygraph:
No
• At Will:
No

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires high school or GED plus five (5) years’ experience, in fields related to heating and air conditioning which provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, and associated with such positions as Heating and Cooling Plant Operator, Heating/ Air Conditioning/ Refrigeration Mechanic, or HVAC Maintenance Supervisor. Journeyman HVAC license required. Must have a current and valid driver’s license. Preferences Universal Refrigeration Certificate.

Master HVAC license.

Special Requirements :
All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Must be available to work evenings, weekends,…