Air Quality Technician
Job Description
Reporting to the Air Quality Supervisor, the Air Quality Technician performs specialized intensive cleaning and decontamination of mechanical/electrical equipment and rooms, ducts and air distribution devices to improve and maintain air quality in campus buildings. Performs carpentry, sheet metal, insulation and painting tasks in the course of the cleaning/treatment process. Makes repairs to air handling units, duct work, turning vanes, install new filter racks, and replaces fans and motors in fan coil units and performs routine filter changes and service on building equipment. Stops, starts, disassembles and reassembles mechanical and electrical equipment in preparation for and during cleaning operations. Maintains and repairs all tools and safety equipment. Use/wearing of a respirator will be required. Responds to emergency callbacks after normal business hours as required.
Required Qualifications
• Industrial cleaning knowledge and/or mechanical/HVAC experience.
• Ability to safely and frequently move and handle heavy objects weighing 60 pounds or more; ability to maneuver materials up and down stairs; ability to climb and work from elevated workstations such as ladders and scaffolds; ability to work for long periods of time standing, walking, reaching, bending, pushing/pulling; ability to communicate effectively, have good teamwork skills, and be able to understand, comprehend and follow directions in the workplace.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions, including extreme temperatures.
• May be required to work additional hours/shifts to meet the needs of the department.
• Use/wearing of a respirator will be required.
• This is a designated emergency personnel position.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience cleaning and decontaminating mechanical/ electrical equipment and rooms.
• Previous carpentry, sheet metal, insulation or painting experience.
• HVAC experience such as repairing air handling units, duct work, turning vanes, installing new filter racks, replacing fans and motors in fan coil units or performing routine filter changes and service on building equipment.
• Experience in following safety procedures and using safety equipment.
• Previous experience working with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) or computerized work order system.
Pay Band
3
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Salary Range $30,000-$35,000
Review Date
August 7, 2020
Additional Information
Ability to safely and frequently move and handle heavy objects weighing 60 pounds or more; ability to maneuver materials up and down stairs; ability to climb and work from elevated workstations such as ladders and scaffolds; ability to work for long periods of time standing, walking, reaching, bending, pushing/pulling; ability to communicate effectively, have good teamwork skills, and be able to understand, comprehend and follow directions in the workplace.
Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions, including extreme temperatures.
Must have an acceptable and safe driving record.
Must have a driver's license check.
Emergency Personnel health &; safety related.
Work hours are normally Monday Friday 7 a.m. 3:30 p.m.
This position is designated as “Emergency Personnel.”
Must be available twenty-four hours per day, seven days a week to provide support during planned events or emergency situations (such as inclement weather) to include being physically on site if deemed necessary.
During periods of inclement weather, emergency situations or for special projects may work a modified schedule and additional hours to meet the needs of the department.
This position meets the criteria for issuance of a mobile communication device (such as radio, cellphone, Ipad, Ipod, pager, etc.). Devices issued are the responsibility of the employee and are to be returned in satisfactory condition upon separation of employment. Devices are to be used according to supervisor instruction and according to relevant policies.
As situation dictates, must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Must wear employer-provided uniforms as instructed by supervisor or lead.
Use/wearing of a respirator will be required.
Must have annual health and safety medical check.
The successful Candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
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