Maintenance Engineer I/Heating and A/C

Requisition ID:

47250

Work Location:

Convention & Visitors Bureau - Convention Center

Pay Range:

G.25, $57, $88,358.40

Starting Salary:

Depending upon Qualifications

Work Schedule:

Often Mon. – Fri., 7am – 3:30 pm; schedule varies based upon event activity

Part Time Hours/Wk:

Job Open Date:

Application Deadline:

12/18/25

Job Duties:

Virginia Beach is a diverse, vibrant, appealing community with a dynamic year-round tourism economy that serves the needs of local residents and visitors alike. The Virginia Beach Convention & Visitor's Bureau develops and promotes Virginia Beach as a first-class, year-round destination that contributes to the quality of life and a diverse local economy.

The Virginia Beach Convention Center exists to facilitate successful experiences by offering a full range of high-quality services and amenities for conventions, professional trade shows, consumer shows and community events.

The right candidate for this position will be a self-motivated individual who enjoys a challenging work environment and wants to make a difference in our organization.

Join our Convention Center Maintenance Team as a, Maintenance Engineer I Heating & Air Conditioning technician where you'll have the opportunity to showcase your expertise in maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing a diverse range of systems.

As a Maintenance Engineer I HVAC you would be responsible for the following duties:

• Daily operation of the mechanical plant and associated HVAC systems at the Virginia Beach Convention Center.
• Maintain a valid HVAC Journeyman's License.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs to HVAC equipment and related equipment.
• Perform inspections and provides necessary reporting and recommendations.
• Requisition necessary parts, materials supplies and equipment from Facilities maintenance manager.
• Maintain oversight of related contractors and checks work for compliance.
• Supervises full time and part time assigned personnel when necessary
• Perform other building maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Perform related tasks when needed.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external clients.
• Ability to work Monday -Friday 7:00 AM-3:30 PM with rotating weekend shifts some holidays and schedule adjustments based on schedule of events and emergency needs.

As a City employee, you will enjoy a generous benefits package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental and vision insurance options, a wellness program, retirement, tuition reimbursement and more.

Official City Job Description:

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Working Conditions:

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Minimum Requirements:

MINIMUMS: Requires high school or GED plus five (5) years experience, in fields related to heating and air conditioning which provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, and associated with such positions as Heating and Cooling Plant Operator, Heating/ Air Conditioning/ Refrigeration Mechanic, or HVAC Maintenance Supervisor. Journeyman HVAC license required. Must have a current and valid drivers license.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the Citys operational status. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical. May require a Commercial drivers license.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript: Required

CDL: Not Required

DOT History: Not Required

CPS Check: Not Required

Physical: Required

Respirator: Not Required

Polygraph Review: Not Required

Psychological Screening: Not Required

Attachments Required: Required Attachments:

Resume

Copy of valid Journeyman's License

Preferences:

1. A Master's HVAC license
2. Experience using the Automated Logic's (ALC) Building Automation System (BAS)
3. EPA Section 608 Universal Technician Certification
4. North American Technician Excellence (NATE) Certification or HVAC Excellence Certification
5. Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, and technical manuals
6. OSHA 30 Training (Construction or General Industry)

Special Instructions:

• This position requires a valid HVAC Journeyman's License.
• The application is the primary document used to screen for qualifications and years of experience. Please include entire job history on the application.
• This position is Alpha I and is required to work in excess of the normally scheduled days/hours during inclement weather (hurricanes/snow) and/or in response to short-term department needs, regardless of the City's operational status
• You must be able to work a flexible schedule to include early mornings, days, evenings, overnight, weekends, holidays, extended work shifts and extended number of days as dictated by operational needs.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical.
• This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing as well as an annual physical exam. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination.

• This position may require incumbents to wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel-toed shoes, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves or other safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee's supervisor based on position assigned.

• Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting.

• Your responses to any "Supplemental Questions", if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; or otherwise demonstrated during the hiring process.
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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.