HVAC Installation and Repair Assistant

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title
HVAC Installation and Repair Assistant 00123

Role Title
Trades Technician III

Position Number
00123

FLSA
Non Exempt

Appointment Type
Full Time

Type of Posting
General Public

Is Sensitive Position?
No

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Designated Personnel
Yes

Responsible Employee

This position is designated as a "responsible employee" who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

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This position is a "designated position" meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

Statement of Economic Interest
No

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Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?
No

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Departmental Objective

Facilities Management is responsible for maintaining campus buildings utilizing the carpentry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC trades as well as housekeeping and floor maintenance.

Purpose of the Position

This position will assist the HVAC Installation and Repair Technicians in repair of HVAC systems with emphasis on performing preventative maintenance on all systems. Additionally, it will look for and report any unsafe conditions to the Supervisor and perform all work in a safe and conscientious manner. This position performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position

• Knowledge of the use of tools associated with the HVAC trade
• Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to keep adequate records
• Proficient in computer applications
• Ability to obtain a Universal EPA License within 1 year of employment
• Ability to abide by all safety policies and wear personal protective equipment as required
• Understanding of OSHA and VOSH regulations.
• Ability to be on-call on a rotational basis
• Ability to maintain a valid driver's license

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
• Valid Driver's License

Experience:

• Experience in mechanical repair

Additional Consideration(s)

Education:

• Training in mechanical repair service work related to HVAC systems
• Universal EPA License

Experience:

• Experience working in a college or university setting

Salary Information
Starting at $36,552, Commensurate with Education and Experience.

CNU Information

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.

Role Code
79033

Conditions of Employment

• This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period.
• Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.

• Ability to be on-call on a rotational basis
• Ability to maintain a valid driver's license

Is this position telework eligible?
No

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Physical/Cognitive Requirements

Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.)
Essential

Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.)
Essential

Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.)
Essential

Pushing/Pulling
Essential

Standing
Essential

Sitting
Essential

Bending
Essential

Walking
Essential

Climbing
Essential

Reaching
Essential

Repetitive Motion
Essential

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Emotional Demands

Fast Pace
Essential

Average Pace
Essential

Multiple Priorities
Essential

Intense Customer Interaction
Essential

Multiple Stimuli
Essential

Frequency Changes
Essential

Mental/Sensory Demands

Memory
Essential

Reasoning
Essential

Hearing
Essential

Reading
Essential

Analyzing
Essential

Logic
Essential

Verbal Communication
Essential

Written Communication
Essential

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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
PS1213P

Number of Vacancies

Posting Date
04/28/2026

Closing Date
05/12/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicants

CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North - 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).

In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/20689

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EEO/Diversity Statement(s)

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.

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Reasonable Accommodation Request

Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to upload an approved AHP Letter received from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI) to their applications.
Note: Certificates of Disability provided by DARS or DBVI dated April 1, 2022, through February 29, 2024, will still be accepted as applicable for the AHP. The name change to AHP Letter became effective March 1, 2024.

Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their AHP Letter.

Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letteror by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Background Check

Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.