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Facilities/Equipment Maintenance Technician

State of West Virginia
Charleston, WV Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
Nature of Work

Participates in Building Equipment Maintenance function using carpentry, electrical, plumbing, roofing, and other maintenance skills. Performs preventative maintenance on heating and cooling equipment such as tightening fan belts, changing filter, etc. Performs routine repairs to equipment by replacing motor, belts, seals, fuses etc. Maintains adequate safety protection and procedures for public and building occupants by ensuring the elimination of dire and other safety hazards. Performs periodic and mandatory environmental testing of lights, sound, and air quality. Performs safety inspections of building equipment such as security systems and mechanical. Assists Administrative Personnel in procurement procedures in obtaining parts and materials necessary to perform maintenance and repairs to building equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Graduation from a standard four-year high school or GED or four year apprenticeship program or two year post secondary technical school.

Substitution: Experience in air-conditioning, heating or refrigeration may be substituted for the required training on a year-for-year basis.

Experience: Four years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in heating, cooling, ventilation or the mechanical or building trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plasterer, painter, welder, machinist, mechanic or masonry work.

Special Requirement: Specific positions may require certification from a federal EPA approved testing organization as a certified technician required by the clean Air Act on refrigerant recycling.

State employment offers a variety of benefits. Click HERE to visit the Division of Personnel's Benefits Page.

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The minimum qualifications for this job title are as follows: Training: Graduation from a standard four (4) year high school or GED or four (4) year apprenticeship program or two (2) year post secondary technical school. Substitution: Experience in air-conditioning, heating or refrigeration may be substituted for the required training on a year-for-year basis. Experience: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in heating, cooling, ventilation or the mechanical or building trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plasterer, painter, welder, machinist, mechanic or masonry work. Special Requirement: Specific positions may require certification from a federal EPA approved testing organization as a certified technician required by the clean Air Act on refrigerant recycling. Job duty descriptions of all experience MUST be included in the Work History section of your online application or be clearly stated on your attached resume in order for them to be considered as qualifying experience toward the minimum qualifications. Please include details of daily job duties on your online application or resume. What qualifying training do you have for this job title?

  • I have graduated from a standard four (4) year high school.
  • I have earned my GED.
  • I have completed a four (4) year apprenticeship program.
  • I have completed a two (2) year post-secondary technical school program.
  • I have not completed any of the above education; however, I do have at least four (4) years of experience in air-conditioning, heating or refrigeration to substitute for the required education.
  • I do not meet any of the above training requirements. Please do not apply.

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How many total years of full-time or part-time paid experience do you have in heating, cooling, ventilation, or the mechanical or building trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plasterer, painter, welder, machinist, mechanic or masonry work? Please note: Job duty descriptions of all experience MUST be included in the Work History section of your online application or detailed in your attached resume in order for it to count as qualifying toward the minimum qualifications.

  • I do not have at least four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in heating, cooling, ventilation, or the mechanical or building trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plasterer, painter, welder, machinist, mechanic or masonry work. Please do not apply.
  • I have four (4) years but less than six (6) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in heating, cooling, ventilation, or the mechanical or building trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plasterer, painter, welder, machinist, mechanic or masonry work.
  • I have six (6) years but less than eight (8) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in heating, cooling, ventilation, or the mechanical or building trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plasterer, painter, welder, machinist, mechanic or masonry work.
  • I have eight (8) or more years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in heating, cooling, ventilation, or the mechanical or building trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, plasterer, painter, welder, machinist, mechanic or masonry work.

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Special Requirement: Specific positions may require certification from a federal EPA approved testing organization as a certified technician required by the Clean Air Act on refrigerant recycling. Please note: if this is required, it will be clearly noted in the language of the PSA. Do you have certification from a federal EPA approved testing organiziation as a certified technician required by the Clean Air Act on refrigerant recycling?

  • Yes, I have certification from a federal EPA approved testing organization as a certified technician required by the Clean Air Act on refrigerant recycling.
  • No, I do not have certification from a federal EPA approved testing organization as a certified technician required by the Clean Air Act on refrigerant recycling.

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AFFIRMATION: I certify under penalty of law and disqualification that all statements are true and complete. I authorize the State of West Virginia and any agent acting on its behalf to conduct an inquiry into any job-related information contained in this application. I release the State of West Virginia and any agent acting on its behalf from any and all liability by reason of the request for such information. I further authorize and request each former employer, educational institution, or organization (including law enforcement agencies) to provide all information that may be sought in connection with this application. WE DO NOT ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION: Unofficial transcripts High school diplomas or transcripts Birth certificates Social Security Cards Driver’s Licenses Passports These documents will be removed from your profile if submitted.

  • I consent to the above statement.
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