HVAC Technician III

HVAC Technician III

Department: Facilities & Campus Operations

Classification: Trades Technician 3

Job Category: Classified Staff

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Pay Band: 03

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience ($84,460)

Criminal Background Check: Yes

Motor Vehicle Records Check: Yes

About the Department: George Mason University Facilities ensures a quality physical environment supporting the mission of the university. We will be the technical and business experts of choice, trusted and confident by our students, faculty, and staff.

About the Position: If you're a skilled technician, then we want to hire you! Best part, you won't have to drive all around the DMV metro area and you'll work a regular, consistent schedule. As a State employee of Virginia, you'll work at our beautiful Fairfax campus with 677 acres of wooded land, and become part of the George Mason University patriot team.

We've got the work. We need an additional team member to help in our busy environment. We want someone reliable, takes pride in their work, and will make a noticeable contribution to the educational facilities at George Mason. Your manager can trust that you will get the job done.

So what's in it for you? Great benefits...

• Lots of leave, including paid annual leave, paid holidays, paid sick leave, paid two-week winter break (please note – the break employees often receive during the holiday season is not regularly guaranteed and is subject to annual approval);
• Free tuition, up to 12 credit hours during the academic year, and professional development. Yes, you can earn a college education while earning a salary;
• Commuter Choice Transit Benefit;
• Virginia Retirement System Hybrid Plan; and
• Patriot Perks discounts to restaurants, events, and more!

For you and your family…

• Health/dental/vision benefits; and
• Tuition dependent benefit (restrictions apply).

Responsibilities: The HVAC Technician III performs a series of skilled tasks in HVAC by assisting more senior-level trades workers, and performs related duties as required or assigned.

Under limited supervision, the employee assists with installation, modification, maintenance, and repair work on University HVAC systems and equipment, including:

• Locates causes of failure or malfunction by observing and testing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic components, and application-specific computer programs;
• Maintains cooling towers, hot water and chilled water piping and controls, direct expansion systems, fans and blowers, starters, pneumatic and electrical controls, condensate drains, domestic and commercial refrigeration, walk-in coolers and freezers, water fountains, and ice machines;
• Installs new motors, pumps, compressors, and other parts as necessary;
• Cleans, repairs, replaces, and/or adjusts pneumatic, electric, and motor controls, and related safety devices;
• Makes initial settings and final adjustments of refrigeration, heating, and air conditioning systems; modifies existing installations to obtain required results;
• Repairs or replaces other functional components of HVAC equipment or systems as necessary;
• Carries out designated preventive maintenance and seasonal start-up and shut-down procedures;
• Analyzes HVAC systems and controls to determine problems, and initiates repairs as directed by the supervisor;
• Drives a vehicle to and from locations, keeps the vehicle supplied with tools and materials, and keeps it maintained and in an orderly, clean condition;
• Performs miscellaneous duties such as cleaning and painting equipment and mechanical areas;
• Picks up materials from suppliers when requested;
• Inspects areas and reports problems to the supervisor;
• Maintains paperwork and electronic communications, including work orders, and recording time;
• Orders, and includes materials for work orders in an expedient manner;
• Follows established university and departmental policies and procedures;
• Follows established safety procedures and reports accidents and problems to the supervisor promptly;
• Performs assigned progressive on-the-job training tasks to develop skills in the HVAC trade;
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including snow removal during inclement weather events; and
• Employee is designated as "Essential Personnel." All essential personnel employees are required to report for snow removal and assist with clearing grounds, roads, pathways, sidewalks or steps.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• EPA-approved universal refrigerant recovery type I, II, & III CFC licenses (required or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire);
• Demonstrated progressive experience (generally 5+ years) in the HVAC trade;
• Demonstrated knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in the HVAC trade;
• Knowledge of common hazards and necessary safety precautions;
• Knowledge of local, state, and national mechanical codes;
• Ability to use necessary hand and power tools and testing equipment;
• Ability to analyze HVAC systems and controls to determine problems and initiate repairs as directed by supervisor; and
• Must currently possess an appropriate, active, valid motor vehicle operator's license that meets all of GMU's requirements for operating state vehicles and equipment under Mason's Vehicle Use Policy 1411 . The Office of Risk Management reserves the right to review the driver's licenses and Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs) of all candidates selected for employment, contingent upon a favorable review.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated progressive experience (generally 6+ years) in commercial HVAC.

Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants must apply for the HVAC Technician III at Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a resume for review.

Posting Open Date: May 21, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by: June 4, 2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer