<p>Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been rated a top place to live, work, play, and raise a family by numerous publications. Working for the City of Norfolk is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others.  With our commitment to competitive pay and a strong retirement package, you can do good for your community and do well for yourself.   Join a caring workplace that proudly celebrates uniqueness, authenticity, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of our residents.</p> <p>General Services Facilities Maintenance Division is responsible for the repair and maintenance of over 250 city government facilities including: City Hall, Public Safety Building (Jail), Norfolk Consolidated Courts Complex, entertainment venues such as the Scope Arena, Chrysler Hall, Attucks Theater, the Virginia Zoo; a cruise terminal, all police and fire stations, recreation centers; pools and numerous city office buildings. The Division is staffed with 98 employees responsible for carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, HVAC, carpentry, elevators, roofing, moves and relocations of city employees, finance, and administrative functions.</p> <p>The Department of General Services is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic II for the Facility Maintenance Division. The Maintenance Mechanic II will perform preventative maintenance on HVAC system components including commercial boilers, chillers, and air handler units along with making small repairs to building components and fixtures.Essential functions include but are not limited to:</p> <p>Inspect and perform preventative maintenance on air handler units, roof top units, split AC units, and all associated equipment:</p> <ul> <li>change filters and belts </li><li>check bolts, pulleys, motors, and pumps </li><li>lubricate bearings </li><li>clean equipment and clear drain lines and pans </li></ul> <p>Repair and/or replace HVAC system components pertaining to commercial boilers, chillers, and air handler units:  </p> <ul> <li>pumps </li><li>motors </li><li>valves </li><li>switches </li></ul> <p>Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational and technical processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.</p> <p>Required:</p> <ul> <li>Two years of experience as maintenance mechanic.  </li></ul> <p>Preferred:</p> <ul> <li>Experience performing preventative maintenance on commercial HVAC systems. </li><li>Valid Driver's License required.  A DMV transcript dated within 30 days will be required if selected for hire. </li></ul> <p>Work Schedule: </p> <ul> <li> <p>Tuesday-Saturday 3:00pm - 11:30pm </p> </li><li> <p>This position is designated as Essential and will be required to report to work during City closures due to inclement weather and other emergencies. </p> </li></ul> <p>Signing Bonus:</p> <ul> <li>This position is eligible for a $5,000 signing bonus. </li></ul>