Master HVAC Technician *HIRING INCENTIVE*

Salary : $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 Annually
Location : Yorktown, VA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 21MHT-2114
Department: Public Works - Administration
Division: PW-FM/BUILDING SYSTEMS
Opening Date: 04/10/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Description
*Hiring incentive up to $6000, depending on qualifications*

Under minimal supervision, performs highly skilled HVAC work involving the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of HVAC systems and equipment. Develops preventative maintenance programs for all County buildings. Performs scheduled preventive maintenance inspections of equipment and related systems. Estimates time and materials needed for project completion and maintains an inventory of materials and supplies.


Incumbent must be available to respond to calls for service after normal working hours on a rotational basis. This position is considered an essential position which requires the individual to report to work during inclement and extreme weather conditions.


Job responsibilities may include any of the following, depending on the incumbent's functional assignment. This is not meant to be an exhaustive, or exclusive, list of job functions, but a representative sample of the type and level of work that is expected in this position.


Develops and implements preventative maintenance programs for heating and air conditioning equipment in County buildings including changing air filters, belts, lubricating motors and bearings, and making all necessary adjustments.


Monitors building automation control systems to ensure employee comfort.


Responds to HVAC service problems, diagnoses and repairs problems.


Installs, programs and repairs building automation control systems.


Maintains computerized log of repairs and maintenance.


Performs scheduled cleaning and servicing on boilers, heating and air conditioning systems, replacing or repairing parts, as appropriate.


Inspects, maintains, and repairs ice machines, water coolers, refrigerators, freezers, vent and exhaust systems, pumps, clothes washers, dryers, gas and electric ranges, etc.


Fabricates and installs sheet metal transitions and ducts; sizes and locates HVAC systems ducts and registers; calculates and makes adjustments in air balancing; performs necessary repairs to ducts for air balancing such as installing dampers, insulating ducts and adding supply or return registers.

Minimum Qualifications


Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school, supplemented by vocational/technical training in refrigeration and heating trades, and 6 years of experience in residential, commercial, and/or industrial air conditioning and heating work. Successful completion of a 4-year accredited HVAC apprentice program.


Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.


Registered by Commonwealth of Virginia as a Master HVAC Tradesman.


Requires a Master Gas Fitter's Card.


Requires Type I and Type II Refrigerant Certifications.
This job is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment checks to include criminal history, background and DMV record checks.
Supplemental Information


Thorough knowledge of the common methods, tools, and equipment used in HVAC installation and repair work.
Thorough knowledge of applicable codes.
Thorough knowledge of OSHA standards and occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Skill in performing highly skilled HVAC work.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, sketches, and drawings.
Ability to plan for and estimate time and materials needed for various projects.
Basic knowledge and use of networked and portable computers. To include software such as Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, asset management and security software programs.

Physical Demands


Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including heating and air conditioning systems, mechanics tools, sheet metal tools, pneumatic tools, amp meters, volt meters, drills, saws, etc. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Work involves a great deal of bending, stooping, standing, and lifting between 50-75 pounds.
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The County of York offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees to include medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings accounts, VRS retirement, group life insurance, deferred compensation, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, paid holidays and paid leave.
01


Which best describes your level of education?

• No Diploma/GED
• High School/GED
• Some college or technical/vocational training related to HVAC
• College degree or technical/vocational certificate

02


List the name of the certificate program or degree in the HVAC field you have completed. If you have not completed a certificate or degree program, list the number of course hours you have completed as of the date of your application. If this does not apply to your level of education, type "N/A".
03


How many years of experience do you have performing skilled trades work at the master HVAC tradesman level involving heating, ventilation and air conditioning installation, maintenance, and repairs?

• None
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 5 years
• 6 years or more

04


If you are not registered as a Master HVAC Tradesman, how many years of experience do you have performing skilled trades work at the Journeyman HVAC tradesman level involving heating, ventilation and air conditioning installation, maintenance, and repairs?

• None
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 4 or more years

05


Select the valid certifications or licenses you currently hold from the choices below. (Check all that apply)

• Journeyman HVAC Tradesman issued by the Commonwealth of VA
• Master HVAC Tradesman issued by the Commonwealth of VA
• Master Gas Fitter's Card
• EPA 608 Type I Refrigerant Certification
• EPA 608 Type II Refrigerant Certification
• EPA Universal Certification
• I do not have these certifications/registrations

06


Which of the following best describes your experience installing, using and programming Direct Digital Controls and/or Building Automation Systems?

• No Experience
• Some Experience
• Experienced
• Expert

07


How many years of experience do you have working with Staefa and/or Tridium controls?

• None
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 4 years
• 5 or more years

08


List the specific types of HVAC equipment you have maintained and repaired?
09


How many years of training and/or experience do you have reading and interpreting plans, specifications and blueprints?

• None
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 4 years
• 5 years or more

10


Have you developed or assisted in developing preventive maintenance programs for heating and air conditioning equipment?

• Yes
• No

11


Which of the following best describes your experience using computerized work order/asset management systems?

• No experience
• Some experience
• Experienced
• Expert

12


Do you have a valid driver's license from the Commonwealth of Virginia?

• Yes
• No

13


If selected for this position, you will be considered an essential employee (County designation as ALPHA) and will be required to report to work during inclement and extreme weather conditions, often outside normally scheduled work hours. Additionally, you will be required to be on the division's on-call rotation list. Are you able to comply with this provision?

• Yes
• No

14


Were you encouraged to apply for this particular position by a current York County government employee? If so, please write their full name and the department or division they work in below. Otherwise, write N/A.
15


Are you a current York County government employee? (This does not include the employment with the Offices of General District Court, York-Poquoson Social Services, Colonial Behavioral Health, or York County Schools)

• Yes
• No

Required Question