Boiler Technician

Summary

VCU's Facilities Management Department is seeking to hire a Trades Specialist-Boiler Technician for Facilities Operations.

The Boiler Technician utilizes knowledge of the mechanical trade to perform preventive maintenance, repair and installation of Boiler/Hydronic systems ensuring efficient operation of Zone facilities; provides exemplary customer service to all faculty, staff and students supporting the University's mission of teaching, high-impact research and creative expression; identifies and documents system deficiencies using diagnostic tools and advise management of tasks requiring priority attention; and provides quality workmanship and service to maximize system availability and minimize unscheduled downtime.

Benefits include:

• 28 days of annual paid leave (University Leave)

• 16 days of annual holiday leave

• Competitive health benefits package commences within 30 days of employment

• Paid training

• Retirement offered through Virginia Retirement System

• Tuition waiver with up to 2 classes per semester (6 credits)

• Parental and Care Giver Leave

Minimum Hiring Standards

• Several years' experience working with commercial/institutional Boilers

• Ability to diagnose, repair, service and install a wide variety of Boiler/ Hydronic systems

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to supervision, other employees, and customers

• Knowledge of appropriate building codes

• Ability to read/interpret drawings, plans, specifications, and scopes

• Ability to use a wide variety of hand tools and power equipment

• Basic and advanced training or equivalent combination of experience and trade/craft training

• Virginia Driver's License required

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent

• Ability to be on-call required

• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU

Required Licensure/Certifications

• State of Virginia Driver's license

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

Physical Demands & Activities

Light Lifting ( Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs): Essential

Heavy Lifting (>50 lbs): Essential

Pushing/Pulling: Essential

Standing: Essential

Sitting: Marginal

Repetitive Motion: Essential

Walking: Essential

Climbing: Essential

Reaching: Essential

Bending: Essential

Environmental Conditions

Extreme heat/cold: Essential

Extreme Noise: Essential

Vibrations: Essential

Fumes: Marginal

Mists/gases: Marginal

Emotional Demands

Fast pace: Essential

Average Pace: Essential

Multiple Stimuli: Essential

Intense Customer Interaction: Essential

Frequent Change: Essential

Mental/Sensory Demands

Memory: Essential

Reasoning: Essential

Hearing: Essential

Reading: Essential

Analyzing: Essential

Logic: Essential

Verbal Communication: Essential

Written Communication: Essential

Salary Range: $55,000 - $70,000 ($26.44/hr - $33.65/hr) + up to $5,000 Sign-on Bonus

Workdays/Hours: M-F, 7:30am-4:00pm

ORP Eligible: No

VCU Job Code Slotting: HVAC FM 1-3 (17051-17053)

Closing Date: May 28, 2024