Craftsman

Full Time
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
$21.27 - $31.01 an hour
Posted Just posted
Job description

Perform skilled work in the installation, maintenance, modification, and repair of boilers and cold/hot water loop systems in school buildings and facilities.

ESSENTIAL TASKS

  • Evaluate projects, determine feasibility, scope of work, estimates material, and personnel requirements.
  • Inspect work performed by contractors and internal staff; evaluate and make recommendations to supervisor.
  • Manage the maintenance requirements of assigned schools/facilities in a geographic zone through work orders, preventative maintenance requirements, emergency calls, etc.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, plans, specifications and drawings to determine job requirements.
  • Operate work truck and supervise accompanying personnel.
  • Communicates with dispatch, other craftsmen, supervisor, and administrative staff.
  • Communicate and coordinate work with other trades as necessary.
  • Collaborate with school personnel regarding job requests and outcomes.
  • Operate tools and equipment associated with the trade.
  • Maintain accurate work order records and parts inventory.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
  • Evaluate equipment and building systems.
  • Procure parts and services with vendors.
  • Coordinate warranty repairs.
  • Perform related work as required.

DUTIES ASSIGNED TO SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Install, maintain, and replace gas-fired boilers, water heaters, gas-fired roof top equipment, hot/chill water pumps, hot/cold-water loop systems, cooling towers, and associated equipment.
  • Ensure proper maintenance and preventative maintenance requirement for assigned schools/facilities.
  • Respond to emergency calls associated with related equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of the common practices, tools, terminology and safety precautions of a trade; knowledge of the use and characteristics of common building materials; ability to use and operate tools and machinery associate with trade; thorough knowledge of hazards and safe precautions associated with the trade; ability to plan, organize and successfully complete multiple, unrelated simultaneous projects; ability to provide and follow oral and written instructions; demonstrate leadership and organizational skills; ability to estimate material and time required for various jobs; ability to interpret technical documents, drawings, blueprints, etc.; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates. Proficient in the use of computers and job-related software.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required: High School Diploma, GED, or completion of a vocational program. Minimum five (5) years of experience in the trade. C.F.C (chlorofluorocarbon) License.

Preferred: Journeyman Mechanical and/or Gas-Fitter License.

A comparable amount of training and experience maybe substituted for the minimum qualifications.

HOW TO APPLY

All applicants, both internal and external, must attach a current detailed resume to your electronic application.


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Reports To
Director/Designee

Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time

Job Posting Link
https://vbschoolscom.finalsite.com/fs/resource-manager/view/d5caf161-946f-4f67-80c9-40e088649583

Salary Range: From/To

Hourly rate range: $21.27-$31.01

Compensation will be based on job-related creditable years of full-time, verified work experience. The entry-level rate will be awarded at the time of hire. Upon the return of employment verification forms from the candidate's current and previous employers, the rate will be adjusted if creditable full-time experience is confirmed.

VBCPS offers a full range of benefits including health insurance, paid life insurance, paid sick/annual leave, tuition reimbursement, professional development and membership in the Virginia Retirement System.

Unified Pay Scale - U13



FTE
1.000

Start Date
2022-2023 School Yr

Additional Job Information
A minimum of three references are required in the reference section of your application. One of the three must be a current or most recent former supervisor.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, disability, marital status, age, genetic information or veteran status in its programs and activities. (Reference: School Board Policies 2-33,4-4,4-6)

To seek resolution of grievances resulting from alleged discrimination or to report violations of these policies, please contact the Chief Human Resources Officer at (757) 263-1133,2512 George Mason Drive, Municipal Center, Building 6, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456.

Alternative formats of this application which may include taped, Braille, or large print materials are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Call or write the Department of Human Resources, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, 2512 George Mason Drive, P.O. Box 6038, Virginia Beach, VA 23456-0038. Telephone: (757) 263-1133 (voice); (757) 263-1240 (TDD) or email at: vbcpshr@vbschools.com.

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