Building Maintenance Mechanic II or III Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/charlottesville/jobs/newprint/4545521) Apply  Building Maintenance Mechanic II or III Salary $39,520.00 - $49,920.00 Annually Location Charlottesville, VA Job Type Regular Full-Time Job Number 240600009 Department Public Works Department Opening Date 06/18/2024 Closing Date Continuous Bargaining Unit N/A + Description + Benefits + Questions General Summary Support the Department of Public Works in their mission to provide professional public works services to manage natural and built systems, and foster community health, safety, and sustainability. This position is in the Facilities Maintenance Division and may be assigned to either a HVAC or Electrical Crew. This position may be filled as a Building Maintenance Mechanic II or as a Building Maintenance Mechanic III depending on qualifications. The preferred hiring range for a Building Maintenance Mechanic II or III is between $19.00 - $24.00 Hourly ($39,520.00 - $49,920.00 Annually) . As of March 28, 2024, this position is in the Labor and Trades bargaining unit in accordance with the City’s Collective Bargaining Ordinance (Ordinance No. 22-128 (https://www.charlottesville.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9482/Collective-Bargaining-Ordinance-PDF) ). Starting pay for this position is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. Future wage adjustments are subject to terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement between the City and the exclusive bargaining representative. The parties are in the process of negotiating the collective bargaining agreement, which will take effect on July 1, 2025. This is a full-time, non-exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities. + For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the 'benefits' tab on this posting, or visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits. + The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462. Building Maintenance Mechanic II or III performs responsible skilled work in the maintenance and installation of mechanical fixtures and equipment for City and School facilities. Reports to the assigned Building Maintenance Supervisor (HVAC or Electrical). Essential Responsibilities and Duties Building Maintenance Mechanic II Typical Tasks Include: + Inspecting HVAC equipment and facilities to find the source of a problem and making required corrections and tests for satisfactory and safe operation; + Inspecting building systems such as HVAC and electrical equipment; + Installing, maintaining and making general repairs to mechanical equipment on an emergency or scheduled basis; + Installing and maintaining electronic control systems; participating in approved training programs to develop skill sets for advancement to higher or improved levels of competency; + Maintaining records of work performed; + Performing related tasks as required. Position requires comprehensive knowledge of methods, materials, equipment and tools of mechanical repairs and pertinent safety requirements; general knowledge of HVAC systems usually found in office buildings and schools; general knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment operation, and general knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions associated with equipment maintenance work. Also requires demonstrated ability to: perform general field and shop repairs on HVAC equipment; follow written and oral instructions; and, ability to read and work from engineered plans and specifications. Building Maintenance Mechanic III Typical tasks include: + Inspecting mechanical equipment and facilities to find the source of a problem and making required corrections and tests for satisfactory and safe operation; + Inspecting building systems such as HVAC and electrical equipment; + Installing, maintaining and making general repairs to mechanical equipment on an emergency or scheduled basis; + Installing and maintaining electronic control systems; + Participating in approved training programs to develop skill sets for advancement to higher or improved levels of competency; + Maintaining records of work performed; and + Performing related tasks as required. Position requires comprehensive knowledge of methods, materials, equipment and tools of mechanical repairs and pertinent safety requirements; general knowledge of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems usually found in office buildings and schools; general knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment operation, and general knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions associated with equipment maintenance work. Also requires demonstrated ability to: perform general field and shop repairs on mechanical equipment; follow written and oral instructions; and, ability to read and work from engineered plans and specifications. Education, Experience and Skills Building Maintenance Mechanic II Minimum Qualifications: + Completion of high school, vocational school or GED required; + A minimum of 2 years experience as an Electrician or HVAC Technician is required. + A valid Virginia driver's license is required. (To view our driving eligibility requirements, visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/faq.aspx?qid=166 ) + Satisfactory health condition in order to meet the physical requirements of the job. + Completion of a vocational training program in the Electrical/HVAC trade with demonstrated ability in servicing, maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment is strongly preferred. Skill: Extensive knowledge of the maintenance, repair and of the use of common hand and specialized power tools required in the work; comprehensive knowledge of the safe use and operation and mechanical equipment required in the work. Building Maintenance Mechanic III Minimum Qualifications: + Completion of high school, vocational school or GED required. + Extensive experience as a HVAC technician or Electrician, supplemented by course work in the field also required. + Completion of a vocational training program in the HVAC or Electrical trade with demonstrated ability in servicing, maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment is required. + A Master license in HVAC or Electrical is required OR a minimum 4 years experience as a HVAC Technician or as an Electrician. + A valid Virginia driver's license is required. (To view our driving eligibility requirements, visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/faq.aspx?qid=166 ) + Depending on placement, requires EPA Refrigerant Certification by employment start date. + Satisfactory health condition in order to meet the physical requirements of the job. Skill: Extensive knowledge of the maintenance, repair and of the use of common hand and specialized power tools required in the work; comprehensive knowledge of the safe use and operation and mechanical equipment required in the work. Physical Conditions & Additional Information Physical tasks may include walking on uneven or rough surfaces; bending or stooping; working in confined spaces; working on roof tops; climbing a 10 foot ladder; performing repairs and maintenance from a 10 foot ladder; lifting and carrying items weighing 20-50 pounds, with occasional lifting of items weighing over 50 pounds. Position may require employees to work a flexible schedule including evening and weekends. This position is subject to supporting weather and/or other emergency events and performing stand-by or on-call. A pre-hire background check will be conducted on all candidates who are selected for employment with the Department of Public Works. Please note: The Facilities Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department is unable to hire any applicant, intern, or volunteer if the criminal record check reveals a conviction for a barrier crime as set forth in § 22.1-296.1 of the Code of Virginia for any positions that work in Charlottesville City School Facilities. Please click here for the list of barrier crimes https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title19.2/chapter23/section19.2-392.02/ NOTE: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications will be evaluated on a continuous basis. Interviews will be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. Applications may no longer be considered once a candidate to fill the position is identified. This job announcement will close when the position(s) have been filled and may close at any time. The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment. Requests for reasonable accommodation by individuals with disabilities may be requested by contacting Human Resources at (434) 970-3490 or hr@charlottesville.gov. The City of Charlottesville conducts job related background checks, reference checks, and pre-employment drug tests, in accordance with federal, state, and local law, of applicants who reach the final stages of the employment selection process. The City’s policy has not changed because of the decriminalization of marijuana in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Marijuana remains an illegal drug under federal law, and it continues to be a violation of the US Department of Transportation regulations and the City’s policy prohibiting employees from testing positive for marijuana. SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Updated July 1, 2022 Benefits cited represent those for regular 40-hour employees and may differ for Management Level, Part-Time, and/or Library positions. Long-term temporary employees are eligible for all benefits except retirement. Interns, temporary, seasonal, substitute, and relief employees are not eligible for benefits. 1. LEAVE: + Vacation: + 3.09 hours accrued biweekly -- 0 - <3 years + 3.85 hours accrued biweekly -- 3 - <5 years + 4.62 hours accrued biweekly -- 5 - <10 years + 5.40 hours accrued biweekly -- 10 - <15 years + 6.16 hours accrued biweekly -- 15 - <20 years + 6.93 hours accrued biweekly -- 20 - <25 years + 7.70 hours accrued biweekly -- 25+ years + Sick: + 4.62 hours per biweekly pay period, approximately 120 hours a years, no limit on accumulation + Holidays: + 14 paid holidays per calendar year (13 observed and 1 floating) 2. INSURANCE: + Aetna Medical – + Choose from three options with different premiums and levels of coverage and coverage is effective on the first of the month following date of hire: + HMO: $0 premium for employee only coverage + POS 1: Employee-only premium of $36.28 per biweekly pay + POS 2: Employee-only premium of $13.02 per biweekly pay + (Dependent coverage is available but the cost of the premium is not subsidized.) + Prescription Card ($10 generic, $30 lower cost name brand, $55 higher cost name brand) + Mail Order Maintenance Prescription Drug Program ($20 generic, $60 lower cost name brand, $110 higher cost brand) + Dental (Delta Dental) + No cost for employee only coverage. Dependent coverage is available but the cost of the premium is not subsidized. + Diagnosis and Preventive -- 100% of allowable charge; Basic Dental Care - 80%; Major Dental Care - 50% + Primary -- $50 deductible, 80/20 + Prosthetic & Complex Restorative -- $50 deductible, 50/50 + $1,500 maximum annual benefit + $1,000 Orthodontic Benefit + MetLife Vision Plan: Optional + Employee only coverage: $2.50 bi-weekly; Dependent coverage also available at differing rates. + Eye health exam, dilatation, prescription and refraction of glasses covered after $10 co-pay; + $130 allowance for frames, after co-pay, plus additional discounts where accepted. + Life: + Two times annual salary (paid by the City) + Optional supplemental life available for employee, spouse, dependents (paid by employee) + AFLAC: Optional + Cancer/accident/short term disability/intensive care insurance (paid by employee) + Long Term Disability + Protection from income loss due to long-term illness or injury (paid by the City) 3. RETIREMENT: The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS. There are certain provisions that must be met and the portability request must be executed within 18 months of vesting in the City's Plan. + Pension: + Choose from two options: + A Defined Benefit Pension plan pays a monthly benefit in retirement using a defined formula based on the employee's earnings history, tenure of service, and age. Our plan has a 5 year vesting period and an employee contribution of 5% of salary. + A Defined Contribution 401a plan in which fixed contributions are paid into an individual's account by the employer, the contributions are invested, returns (positive or negative) are credited to the account, and the account balance is used to provide retirement benefits. The vesting schedule for our 401a plan is 33% after one year of service, 67% after two years of service, and 100% after three years of service. There is no required contribution from salary. (Note that: the Defined Contribution retirement plan is the only plan available for Library employees) + Supplemental: + Deferred Compensation (457) - employee contribution 4. OTHER BENEFITS: + Flexible Spending Accounts: + Health Care Expenses + Dependent Care Expenses + Parking/Mass Transit Expenses + Parking Subsidy of $50 per month + Wellness Programs: + Gym Reimbursement Program + Monthly On-Site Nurse and Annual Flu Shots + Health Screenings and Fairs, Education Sessions, & Weekly Fitness Classes + Weight Watchers at Work + Bike Commuter Program: + Reimbursement of up to $20 per month for reasonable bike commuting expenses + Employee Assistance Program: + A variety of confidential, personal professional services for you and your family available 24 hours a day. + Tuition Reimbursement Program: + Up to $1,500 for undergraduate OR Up to $3,000 for graduate level tuition per fiscal year per employee. 01 Do you have a high school or vocational school diploma, or GED equivalency? + Yes + No 02 How many years of experience as an Electrician or HVAC Technician? (Must be verifiable in reference to the Work History section on your online application) + Less than two years + Two to less than three years + Three to less than five years + Five years or greater 03 This position requires driving to perform essential job duties and requires a valid driver's license. The candidate selected for this position must meet the driver eligibility requirements of the City and must provide a certified copy of their DMV driving record. Do you possess a valid driver's license and are you willing to provide a certified copy of your DMV driving record, if selected as a finalist, for the City to confirm your driving eligibility? + Yes; I possess a valid driver's license and am willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record. + No; However, I am willing and able to obtain a valid driver's license and am willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record. + No; I do not have a valid driver's license, nor am I willing or able to obtain one, and/or am not willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record. 04 To be considered, qualifying education and experience, including City of Charlottesville employment, must be clearly documented in the education, work history, and additional information sections of the employment application. Resumes can be attached but should not be used as a substitute for the required information on the application. I understand that an attached resume may not be accepted in place of a completed employment application and that my qualifications should be stated on the employment application itself. + Yes + No 05 I certify that the information above is true and correct, and I certify that it can be verified with reference to the information in my basic application. I understand that my application may be rejected if the responses to supplemental questions do not match my basic application. + Yes + No Required Question Agency City of Charlottesville Address P. O. Box 911 605 East Main Street Charlottesville, Virginia, 22902 Phone (434) 970-3490 Website http://www.charlottesville.gov/jobs