Becoming an HVAC technician in Charlottesville, VA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The HVAC industry in Charlottesville has seen a steady increase in employment, with the average weekly wage for HVAC technicians being approximately $400. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the HVAC industry is projected to grow by 6% from 2022 to 2032. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring HVAC technicians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $57,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Cii Service is looking for an experienced Commercial HVAC Service Technician to join our Charlottesville, VA service team! We offer an entrepreneurial culture that promotes from within our organization and provide strong incentives for great performance. If you are comfortable servicing and troubleshooting Commercial HVAC equipment, we would love to hear from you! Primary Responsibilities: • Service, repair, and troubleshoot chillers, boilers, pumps, air handling units, rooftop units, and split systems • Repair and replace defective equipment, components, or wiring of multiple devices • Test pipe or tubing joints and connections for leaks as well as electrical circuits and components for continuity • Constant and professional communication with clients, all team members, and office • Effectively use knowledge of the principles of HVAC equipment Qualifications and preferred experience: • High school diploma or equivalent • Universal Refrigerant Certification • 5+ years of experience in servicing HVAC equipment • Exceptional troubleshooting and customer service skills • Valid driving license and clean driving record, required • Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug screenings during employment • Ability to pass a background check Benefits: • Excellent Hourly Wage • Excellent Bonus Program • Company vehicle, gas card, cell phone, tablet, tools, and uniforms • Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance • 401(k) and Company Match • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay • Flexible Spending Plan • Opportunities for Industry Training and Educational Assistance Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, Cii Service provides HVAC/Mechanical and Energy Management Services to commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings in Central & Southwest Virginia and North Carolina. Our service line offerings include preventive maintenance agreements, commercial service and repair, chiller replacement, cooling tower repairs, energy monitoring and audits, lighting energy solutions, and more. We use decades of professional experience, the latest industry technologies, and a commitment to integrity to deliver superior services that surpass customer expectations.
See More Details >>Join the Leader in Testing and Balancing Services! Palmetto Air & Water Balance is the world's leading Testing and Balancing service company, founded in 1989. With over 200 employees across 22 offices in Arizona, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia, we take pride in having the largest number of Test and Balance Engineers and Certified Technicians in the United States. At Palmetto Air & Water Balance, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your career objectives while making a meaningful impact in the industry. We are currently seeking passionate Test and Balance Assistant Technicians to join our dynamic team. Why Palmetto? • Career Growth: Own your professional development with a company that values growth, fosters learning, and empowers you to thrive. • Unique Ownership Program: After one year of service, employees become eligible to own a portion of the company through our "Own It" program, providing a substantial financial incentive and fostering a sense of commitment. • Industry Leader: Be part of the world's leading Testing and Balancing service company, founded in 1989 • Collaborative Team: Work with a dedicated team of professionals across multiple states. • Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a range of benefits including 100% employee paid medical and dental coverage, vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and more. Position: Test and Balance Assistant Technician Key Responsibilities: • Professional Standards: Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to safety policies at all times. • Coordination: Update project schedules, coordinate technician calendars, and communicate project expectations and commitments. • Communication: Maintain clear communication with clients, teammates, and the Operations Manager regarding project status, scope changes, and manpower needs. • Documentation: Ensure accurate documentation of project statuses, field data, and scope completion. • Technical Proficiency: Assist team members with loading and unloading work vehicles, setting up, assembling, and disassembling equipment required for project tasks. • Engagement: Show engagement with colleagues through active participation in on-the-job training, learning TAB terminology, and proactively assisting with tasks. • Safety: Demonstrate ladder safety, proper use of tools, and adherence to OSHA safety requirements. • Field Expertise: Perform accurate measurements, troubleshoot systems, and ensure proper documentation and sealing of test locations. • Equipment Handling: Know how to use flow hoods, wrist reporters, transducers, and other test instruments. • Data Recording: Read and record CFM, air pressures, velocity, and temperatures accurately. • Mechanical Drawings: Identify common air distribution and mechanical dampers on drawings, and adjust balance dampers accordingly. • Troubleshooting: Understand basic troubleshooting skills and apply them effectively. Qualifications: • High School diploma or higher • Self-motivated, reliable, and punctual • Strong mathematical aptitude and proficient computer skills • Valid license with a clean driving record • Comfortable working independently or in a team • Comply with OSHA safety requirements and complete pre-hire screenings Physical Demands: • Frequent lifting or carrying of 20 to 50 pounds • Extended periods of driving or riding in a vehicle • Exposure to varying temperatures and weather conditions, and distracting or uncomfortable noise levels • Frequent use of hands, sitting, talking, hearing, and standing throughout the day • Climbing, reaching above shoulder height, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling frequently • Occasional lifting of heavy objects (up to 75 pounds) • Working ten-hour shifts, and possibly twelve-hour days based on job/business needs Benefits: • 100% paid base Medical and Dental coverage for employees • Medical coverage includes $30,000 Life Insurance • Vision coverage, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness coverage • 401(k) matching program • Paid Time Off and 7 days of Holiday Pay If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and take on a high level of responsibility, Palmetto Air & Water Balance is the place for you! Apply today and take the next step in your career with us.
See More Details >>Facilities Management’s Health System Physical Plant at the University of Virginia has exciting opportunities for experienced Licensed Tradespeople to fulfill an integral role in serving our UVA hospital, research areas, and related facilities, serving our patients, visitors, and healthcare providers. We are seeking multiple Licensed Trades staff to work on various shifts and schedules. The Tradesperson independently responds to all emergency calls in the Health System Complex and maintains equipment to ensure proper operation during the scheduled shift. The incumbent maintains all systems in an operational condition and provides a safe and comfortable environment. While serving in their specific trade(s), the incumbent will triage and provide initial response to a wide variety of service calls such as in plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fire systems, clinical engineering, pneumatic Tube System, and elevator entrapments. Successful candidates will be customer-oriented with positive communication skills, quick thinking and adaptive to resolve issues, and committed to quality in support the health and wellness of the community. In this role, you will be provided with training to assist you in gaining knowledge and experience across multiple trades. UVA FM invests in professional development, helping you to build a rewarding career and successful future. This position provides a career path for becoming a Senior-level tradesperson and/or Master Maintenance Technicians. We have both part-time and full-time schedules available, roles which are benefits-eligible at a minimum of 20-hours. Evening, night, and weekend hours receive additional compensation through shift differential. The following lists the shifts available. All applicants must be willing and able to work at least one of the below, with some specifics able to be negotiated at the time of hire. Weeknight/Weekend Day Shift: 36-hr Work Week, Built with 3 (three) 12-hour shifts Saturday 7:00am - 7:00pm Sunday 7:00am - 7:00pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday 7:00pm – 7:00am (fixed, determined at time of hire OR rotating) Weeknight/Weekend Day Shift: 40-hr Work Week, Built with 2 (two) 12-hour and 2 (two) 8-hour shifts Saturday 7:00am - 7:00pm Sunday 7:00am - 7:00pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday 11:00pm – 7:00am (fixed, determined at time of hire OR rotating) Weeknight/Weekend Night Shift: 36-hr Work Week, Built with 3 (three) 12-hour shifts Saturday 7:00pm - 7:00am Sunday 7:00pm - 7:00am Monday, Thursday, or Friday 7:00pm – 7:00am (fixed, determined at time of hire OR rotating) Weeknight/Weekend Night Shift: 40-hr Work Week, Built with 2 (two) 12-hour and 2 (two) 8-hour shifts Saturday 7:00pm - 7:00am Sunday 7:00pm - 7:00am Monday, Thursday, or Friday 11pm – 7:00 am Weekday Evening Shift: 40-hr Work Week, Built with 4 (four) 10-hour shifts Monday – Thursday: 3:30pm – 1:30am Tuesday – Friday: 3:30pm – 1:30am Weekday Night Shift: 40-hour Work Week, Built with 4 (four) 10-hour shifts Sunday – Wednesday: 9:00pm -7:00am OR Tuesday – Friday: 9:00pm-7:00am A sign-on bonus of $2,000 for a one-year commitment. Weeknight/Weekend Day Shift (eligible for shift and weekend pay premiums): Duties Include: • Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repair for multiple building trades. • Respond independently to all emergency calls in the Health System Complex. Follow escalation protocols for unique or especially complex needs. • Maintain accurate daily logs of jobs and time tickets. • Ensure all safety equipment and personal protective equipment are used. • Foster a safe work environment by instructing and monitoring compliance of OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations. • Inform customers of job status and reasons for and duration of expected delays. • In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties/shifts may be assigned. Required Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent. • A minimum of four years of experience in the plumbing, electrical, or HVAC trade. Experience in a hospital setting is strongly preferred. • Journeyman or higher license in either HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing. A valid Driver's license. • Use of computers and cell phones and accessories. • Must have Flu shots (Required by the Medical Center). For this position, the selected candidates will need to complete all required background checks, including a Health Screen prior to the start date. Compensation: The Anticipated Hiring Range for this position $24.00 - $29.00 per hour. Shift Differential pay rates to be included with this position (Varies per shift - $2.00 - $4.50/hr). Employees new to UVA are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $2,000 for a one-year commitment. This is a full-time position with UVA benefits. Employee benefits package highlights include: • 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave • Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs • Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System • Tuition and professional development benefits • Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year Physical Demands: The employee must be able to variously sit, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, stoop, bend, squat, lift, pull, and use both hands-on repetitive tasks (including overhead tasks). The employee must have normal vision and hearing (correctable), and for some areas of employment, color vision, and sense of smell. To Apply: Apply online at http://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0069230/Licensed-Tradespeople-HVAC-Electrical-or-Plumbing-Shift-Various-Part-and-Full-Time-Available. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile. Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials: • Resume • * Note: multiple documents can be uploaded in the CV/Resume box. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration. This position is open until filled. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Marcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter at [email protected]. The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
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