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DescriptionThe City of Richmond, Department of General Services is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the position of Maintenance Technician, Senior with the Facilities Division. The incumbent is responsible for the installation, inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance of facility and commercial HVAC equipment.Duties include but are not limited to
Performing preventative maintenance on HVAC and refrigeration equipment
Performing scheduled inspections of HVAC equipment to include troubleshooting, repairing, installing and replacing HVAC and refrigeration equipment
Responding to environmental comfort calls as well as preparing and completing work orders daily
Performing repairs and maintenance of cooling tower equipment, boilers, water treatment and corrosion control chemical dosing
Overseeing daily work orders of crew and demonstrate leadership among crew members within assigned crew
Performing in a lead technician role providing guidance to crew members on assigned work
Inspecting area of responsibility on a regular basis to locate problems or deterioration, troubleshoot and repairs heavy industrial equipment such as chillers, centrifuges and HVAC systems
Working with staff to monitor HVAC equipment on the Building Automation System (BAS)
Ordering supplies and parts to ensure orderly maintenance program and to support future operations on basis of incoming work orders
Coordinating maintenance tasks that are performed by personnel from other City departments or by outside contractors
Communicating, directing, and inspecting service work of contractors on mechanical repairs
Preparing and submitting time reports on assistants/helpers for payroll
Maintaining records and work order files
Generating routine and recurring reports
Attending staff meetings and conferences to exchange information
**Employees who work in this class are considered Essential Personnel and will be required to work during declared emergencies and major weather events.**Qualifications, Special Certifications and LicensesMINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or GED;
Three (3) years of experience, based on assignment;
One (1) year of vocational/technical training in HVAC systems/refrigeration;
An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.
LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire.
Some assignments may require a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Commercial Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record.
Valid chlorofluorocarbons (CFC) certification from the Environmental Protection Agency.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:TYPICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.Knowledge (some combination of the following):
Carpentry such as bridges, boardwalks, fences, etc.
Chemicals and chemical reactions
Commercial mowing equipment
Comprehensive knowledge of park lands and the recreational opportunities provided within each parcel
GIS and Wayfinding
Local environmental science knowledge such as trees, biology, hydrology, geology, etc.
HVAC systems and equipment
Small engine repair
Usage of various tools
Skills (some combination of the following):
Closing work orders
Communicating knowledge of park lands and recreational opportunities to the public effectively
Communicating with various internal and external departments
Completing administrative supervisory duties and various paperwork
Conducting inventory checks
Determining when to involve local law enforcement or EMS personnel based on user behavior
Ensuring vehicles are in good working order
Excavating underground structures and pipelines
Helping employees in skilled trades
Maintaining a safe and clean environment for play
Maintaining equipment and machinery
Managing effectively a variety of volunteer groups ranging in size from 5-150
Managing limited time effectively for the greatest task completion rate
Possessing carpentry skills for building and repairing a variety of park structures
Pulling and parking trailers
Removing snow when necessary
Responding to emergency events
Setting up job sites with cones/signs
Stocking vehicle with necessary supplies
Understanding a variety of user groups and their patterns including their likely use, location, and times of use
Using and operating various equipment safety and correctly such as tractors with batwings, constructions vehicles, vacuums, pressure sprayers, paving equipment, hand grinders, back hoes, chain saws, woodshop tools, etc.
Using radios and phones
Using chemicals properly
Abilities (some combination of the following):
Physical dexterity
Work with vendors
Problem solve
Self-motivate
Communicate
Manage time effectively
Americans with Disabilities Act RequirementsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. The essential duties of this classification may require the ability to regularly talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions; frequently climb, balance, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift; and occasionally stoop, crawl, finger, grasp, and feel. The working conditions may include environmental hazards. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementThe City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, Human Resources Manager by email at .This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The City of Richmond Values Veterans. We are an official V3 Certified Company.The City of Richmond is a proud partner with the US Army Partnership for Your Success PaYS Program.With over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice".The City offers a full range of benefit programs from initial hire through retirement. Please visit our Web site for details.