HVAC Operations Specialist

*Description* The City of Roanoke is seeking an HVAC Operations Specialist for the Berglund Center to lead a team of HVAC professionals.
The successful applicant will troubleshoot complicated and sophisticated HVAC systems and oversee installation of HVAC systems including direct digital controls.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four year college or university with major work in environmental science, engineering, construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures and/or public health, and five or more years of progressive responsible work experience with complex HVAC systems and equipment including chillers, boilers, package units, VAV systems, direct digital and pneumatic control systems or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of a valid appropriate driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia required.
HVAC Journeyman certification.
The City of Roanoke is an Equal Employment Opportunity/AA/M/F/Disability Employer.
To elevate the performance of the organization, we are committed to respecting, celebrating, and embracing the collective mixture of differences and similarities between our employees as a rich tapestry.
Our behaviors will demonstrate open communication, and we will seek opportunities to learn, recognizing and rewarding actions that promote acceptance while suspending judgment.
By doing this, we will foster an inclusive, open work environment that delivers excellent service and creates a more vibrant and inviting community.
This is an exempt position.
*Examples of Duties* *ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES *include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Monitors the work of HVAC and other trades technicians as assigned Ensures work is performed in compliance with applicable laws, pertinent rules and regulations, guidelines, safety orders, and departmental operating procedures and safety regulations Develops and maintains a preventive maintenance schedule program for equipment and machinery.
Ensures required OSHA and other mandated training and certifications are completed by assigned staff Monitors and assist with installs, troubleshooting and repairing of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration units including chillers, boilers, heat pumps and direct digital and pneumatic control systems.
Performs scheduled maintenance inspections, and adjust, cleans and calibrates various systems to ensure proper system operations Monitors repairs to wiring and electronic components associated with automated building management systems.
Ensures checks on distribution systems for proper velocity, volume, temperature, pressure, etc.
Other duties as assigned *SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES* Supervises HVAC professionals, technicians, journeyman and workers.
*Typical Qualifications* *QUALIFICATIONS *To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
*EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE* Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four year college or university with major work in environmental science, engineering, construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures and/or public health, and five or more years of progressive responsible work experience with complex HVAC systems and equipment including chillers, boilers, package units, VAV systems, direct digital and pneumatic control systems or equivalent combination of education and experience.
*Supplemental Information* *LANGUAGE SKILLS* Ability to read, analyze, and interpret; journals, reports, documents, maps, laws, policies, and regulations.
Ability to keep and maintain detailed and accurate records.
Ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) with management, all levels of employees, and the general public.
Ability to respond appropriately to inquiries and complaints.
*MATHEMATICAL SKILLS* Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as percentages, units of measure, and statistics.
Ability to conduct and apply basic computations and unit conversions.
*REASONING ABILITY* Ability to apply sound professional judgment and practices to solve problems where limited standardization or data exist.
Ability to interpret a variety of technical material, guidance, and/or instructions furnished in written or oral form.
Ability to appropriately assess and respond appropriately to spills, incidents, and other emergencies.
Ability to explain complex technical information to a wide variety of audiences, and to adapt communications style and substance accordingly.
*CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS* Possession of a valid appropriate driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
HVAC Journeyman certification.
*PHYSICAL DEMANDS *The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to walk, stand, and/or sit for prolonged periods, sometimes outdoors and during inclement weather.
The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
The employee may occasionally be required to wear certain basic personal protective equipment.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus in all levels of lighting.
*WORK ENVIRONMENT *The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Some exposure to potentially harmful chemicals or materials may occur.
*This is a job description and not an individualized position description.
A job description defines the general character and scope of duties and responsibilities of all positions in a job classification, but it is not intended to describe and does not necessarily list the essential job functions for a given position in a classification*.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $41,890.
07 - $87,380.
02 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Retirement plan * Tools provided * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Nights as needed * Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate: * Roanoke, VA 24016: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: * HVAC: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * EPA Type II (Preferred) Work Location: In person