HVAC Installation and Repair Technician - 2nd Shift 00085 at InsideHigherEd

Working Title:HVAC Installation and Repair Technician - 2nd Shift 00085Role Title:Trades Technician IIIPosition Number:00085FLSA:Non ExemptAppointment Type:Full TimeType of Posting:General PublicIs Sensitive Position?:NoDesignated Personnel:YesResponsible Employee:This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.If Designated Personnel, please paste statement:This position is a “designated position” meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.Statement of Economic Interest:NoIs this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?:NoDepartmental Objective:Facilities Management is responsible for maintaining campus buildings utilizing the carpentry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC trades as well as housekeeping and floor maintenance.Purpose of the Position:This position will provide repair and maintenance to the HVAC equipment and associated motors and controls. This includes chillers, pumps, VFDs, boilers, specialized controls, etc. It will operate energy management systems. This position will assist in purchasing materials and supplies using small purchase credit card and eVA. It will maintain records for purchases and track inventory.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position:Working knowledge of methods, practices, materials and equipment used in air conditioning and refrigeration maintenance.Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems to maintain HVAC systems and related equipment in operating condition.Ability to make adjustments to thermostats, gauges, valves, motors and other devices to maintain equipment in proper working order and to document the equipment service records.Good oral and written communication skills.Understanding of OSHA and VOSH regulations.Ability to follow all safety policies and wear PPE as required.Ability to work Monday – Friday, 2 pm – 11 pm.Ability to work off-hours or overtime during emergency calls.Ability to be on-call on a rotational basis.Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required :Education Required:High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diplomaUniversal EPA CertificationExperience Required:Considerable experience in HVAC tradeAdditional Consideration(s):Education Preferred:Associate’s degree in related fieldJourneyman or Master HVAC licenseExperience Preferred:Experience with energy management/building automation systemsExperience in residential and commercial equipmentSalary Information:Starting at $50,258, Commensurate with Education and ExperienceCNU Information:This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.Role Code:79033Conditions of Employment:This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period.Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.Ability to follow all safety policies and wear PPE as required.Ability to work Monday – Friday, 2 pm – 11 pm.Ability to work off-hours or overtime during emergency calls.Ability to be on-call on a rotational basis.Is this position telework eligible?:NoLight Lifting (less than 20 lbs.):EssentialModerate Lifting (20-50 lbs.):EssentialHeavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.):EssentialPushing/Pulling:EssentialStanding:EssentialSitting:EssentialBending:EssentialWalking:EssentialClimbing:EssentialReaching:EssentialRepetitive Motion:EssentialFast Pace:EssentialAverage Pace:EssentialMultiple Priorities:EssentialIntense Customer Interaction:EssentialMultiple Stimuli:EssentialFrequency Changes:EssentialMemory:EssentialReasoning:EssentialHearing:EssentialReading:EssentialAnalyzing:EssentialLogic:EssentialVerbal Communication:EssentialWritten Communication:EssentialPosting Number:PS1176PPosting Date:12/02/2025Closing Date:12/16/2025Open Until Filled:NoSpecial Instructions to Applicants:CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North – 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting:https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/20208EEO/Diversity Statement(s):Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy StatementReasonable Accommodation Request:Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.Alternative Hiring Process:In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services(DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019.Background Check:Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.