Museum Technician/HVAC

Title: Museum Technician/HVAC

State Role Title: Museum Technician/HVAC

Hiring Range: $25.00/hour

Pay Band: 2

Agency: VA Museum of Natural History

Location:HEADQUARTERS

Agency Website:www.vmnh.net

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

An exceptional job opportunity for the role of Museum Technician at the Virginia Museum of Natural History (VMNH) is now available. This is a part-time, hourly position. This position will work no more than 24 hours per week. The normal work hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with workdays fluctuating between Monday-Saturday (Sundays from 12 to 5 p.m. from Memorial Day Weekend thru Labor Day Weekend only). Applications must be submitted by Friday, September 6.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience with HVAC Systems.
Must have computer skills to navigate the analytical aspects of the system.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Must have the ability to work with little or no supervision and within a team atmosphere
Must be available to work museum events, which may include evening, weekend, and holiday hours.
Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license are needed.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Monitor, diagnose, and repair HVAC operating systems to include air handlers, motors, and fans
Perform necessary systems checks and balances of everyday HVAC operations to include Compass operating systems.
Assist in other areas of the museum's day to day operations to include cleanliness and maintenance of general areas of the museum inside and outside.
Other duties as assigned.

Additional Considerations

Museum Technician/HVAC

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Candidates must submit a resume and three references. Applications must be submitted by Friday, September 6.

For questions, please email Lynette Perkins or contact her via phone at 276-403-8522. Candidates may also reach out to the supervisor of the position, Tim King, at tim.king@vmnh.virginia.gov or by phone at 276-403-8557.

The Virginia Museum of Natural History complies with E-Verify which is an internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are afforded equal opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability.

The successful applicant must furnish proof of identity and employment eligibility and is subject to a background check.

Contact Information

Name: Lynette Perkins

Phone: 276-403-8522

Email: lynette.perkins@vmnh.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.