Facilities HVAC Operator, 2nd Shift

About the role

Join the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond’s Facilities department as a 2nd‑shift HVAC Operator. You will operate, monitor, repair and maintain the building’s heating, ventilation, air‑conditioning, fire protection and plumbing systems.

Key responsibilities

• Perform scheduled inspections, testing and monitoring of HVAC, fire protection and plumbing systems, and implement corrective actions.
• Complete preventive and urgent maintenance to ensure proper equipment operation.
• Maintain and review boiler and chiller logs to verify inspections of pressure vessels.
• Assist other departments and trades such as cash, carpentry, mechanics and electricians as needed.

Required profile

• 3‑5 years of relevant HVAC experience for an intermediate role or 5‑9 years for a senior role.
• High school diploma; journeyman certification in HVAC, plumbing or a related mechanical field is preferred.
• Willingness to work the 2 pm‑10 pm shift and rotating weekends.

Required skills

• Operation and maintenance of commercial HVAC, fire protection and plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of centrifugal chillers, centrifugal pumps, chemical water treatment, refrigeration systems, direct‑digital‑control (DDC) systems and gas fire‑tube boilers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, HVAC, DDC, electrical, pneumatic and control schematics.
• Fundamental electrical principles and troubleshooting of electrical/electronic controls.

What we offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $56,000 to $88,600 annually.
• Comprehensive medical benefits, pension and 401(k) match.
• Paid time off, tuition reimbursement and paid volunteer leave.
• On‑site amenities and a supportive work environment.