Working Title: HVAC Technician Assistant

State Role Title: Trades Technician II

Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Business Services

Department: 300131 - Trades/Shop AUX

Pay Rate: Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $37,500-$40,500 / $17.79-$19.47

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Beginning Review Date: 1/24/2025

About JMU:

James Madison University is a publicly funded university with a beautiful campus and a supportive community that is committed to preparing students for the future. The university offers excellent comprehensive benefits which include paid vacation, sick, parental, and community service leave in addition to 19 paid holidays a year; affordable health insurance; retirement through the Virginia Retirement System. We also offer a work-life balance and integration program, Balanced Dukes, that is designed to support the overall wellbeing of our employees and a Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.

Visit our Prospective Employee site to learn more about what makes JMU a great place to work: bit.ly/JMUEmployment

General Information:

James Madison University Facilities Management Department is currently accepting applications for an HVAC Technician Assistant. This person will assist with repairs and maintenance on all HVAC and related equipment on the campus of James Madison University.

Duties and Responsibilities:

-Assists with repairs and maintenance of HVAC equipment
-Assists with seasonal maintenance of HVAC systems to provide reliable and efficient operation.
-Works safely, as well as correcting and reporting safety issues
-Orders needed parts and materials for jobs.
-Keeps tools and test equipment in good working condition
-Maintains truck and helps with shop housekeeping
-Follows written and verbal instructions and provides clear communication with customers, supervisors, and associates
-Provides input for replacement of HVAC and related systems

Qualifications:

*Entry level Knowledge of HVAC and related equipment
*Moderate computer skills
*Knowledge and ability to work with hand tools
*Knowledge and ability to work safely with ladders and power tools
*Must have a valid driver's license

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment:  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and an acceptable MVR.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.