Maintenance Mechanic 4 (HVAC Supervisor)

The Opportunity:In our contemporary world an HVAC supervisor performs arguably the most essential functions of trades work; ensuring all building spaces are properly and adequately conditioned. This position performs critical diagnostics repair and maintenance and is also involved in forward-thinking capital project planning. The skillsets required for this position are a complex blend of educational and vocational training combined with soft skills such as cross-departmental planning and communication. This position also serves as the primary lead and trainer of lower-level maintenance mechanics ensuring the desired knowledge skills and traits are taught to employees.

This is a full-time benefits-eligible position working 40 hours per week onsite at the Mount Vernon campus.

The Location:Skagit Valley College is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples especially on Swinomish Indian Tribal Community Upper Skagit Indian Tribe Samish Indian Nation Nooksack Indian Tribe and Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe. Located in a geographically diverse region between the dynamic metropolitan hubs of Seattle and Vancouver BC SVC is never far from world-class outdoor recreation urban arts scenes and local cultural events. SVC serves our local communities with a campus in Mount Vernon Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island and centers in Friday Harbor a Marine Technology Center in Anacortes and a Brewing Academy in Burlington.

Mission:Skagit Valley College cultivates student learning and achievement; contributes to the educational personal and economic success of students; and promotes equitable and thriving communities.

Vision:The primary focus of Skagit Valley College is student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to:

• Equitable student outcomes in access achievement and community;
• Our Guiding Principles;
• Decisions based on strategy and evidence;
• The development of our employees;
• A diverse and inclusive college community where everyone belongs.

• An unrelenting focus on our mission to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our diverse for innovative teaching learning and scholarship.
• Exciting opportunities for personal and career growth.
• Diverse cultural and environmental benefits of rural suburban and urban lifestyles.
• Friendly supportive and diverse work environments.
• Excellent benefits include competitive leave packages and an array of health dental vision and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs.

Maintenance Supervision

• Plans organizes and directs the work of maintenance mechanics engaged in the installation maintenance and repair of plumbing heating water cooling refrigeration sewer and fire suppression systems steam distribution systems commercial air-conditioning (environmental) equipment air handling units and pneumatic/electronic/electrical or mechanical control systems;
• Performs trains guides and directs skilled HVAC work on such plant equipment as boilers chillers pumps and controls.

• Review specifications blueprints and submittals for capital planning and projects;
• Provide meaningful input and feedback for all capital planning documentation to align with sustainable and resiliency at the District level.

Preventive Maintenance Program

• Develops conducts and leads a preventative maintenance program for assigned machinery and equipment
• Continuous review of daily weekly monthly annual and biannual preventative maintenance tasks within the work order management system;
• Update fixed assets to reflect accurate information at all times.

• Consults with appropriate resources to plan estimate and execute projects; requisitions materials and equipment;
• Creating estimates for building improvement requests the repairs modifications and additions of equipment.

• Assist with planning organizing and direction of training for assigned personnel;
• Review and recommend routine safety training utilizing multiple platforms;
• Assist in demonstrating and presenting safety materials to the team.

• Thorough knowledge of WISHA and OSHA regulations pertaining to the HVAC trade National Electric Code and local jurisdictional codes;
• Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in the theory principles methods and techniques used in the installation repair and maintenance of HVAC equipment;
• Demonstrated computer skills in email Microsoft Office Suite applications and work order management systems;
• Demonstrated knowledge in the utilization of a DDC control system;
• Ability to communicate effectively and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Ability to read interpret and work from blueprints schematics drawings specifications and construction documents;
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose HVAC problems communicate findings procure appropriate components and make timely repairs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in refrigeration or steamfitter trades andfive (5) years of experience as an HVAC technician;

• Seven (7) years of applicable experience in performing the work in refrigeration or the steamfitter trade or a combination of the two (2). Vocational or trade school training as an HVAC technician or refrigeration mechanic will substitute year for year for work experience up to a maximum of two (2) years;

• Completion of a recognized program for heating ventilation and air conditioning andthree (3) years of journey-level experience as an HVAC technician.

AND

• Valid Washington State drivers license;
• Possession or ability to possess within 6 months of hire an EPA 608 Universal Certification.

• Five (5) or more years of journey-level experience in HVAC and/or refrigeration trades.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary is based on Range 54G Step G $5928 per month with periodic increments to $6708 per month.Starting salary may be dependent on education qualifications and experience. Salary and benefits are subject to change in accordance with legislative mandates and collective bargaining agreements.
• This position is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and is dependent upon continued grant funding.
• This is a union-represented position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.
• Retirement medical and insurance benefits are provided in accordance with state regulations. Additional information on benefits can be found at Deadline:Priority screening will begin after September 20 2026. Applications received on or before this date will receive first consideration. Applications received after the screening date may beconsidered until the position is filled.
  
  
  Priority Screening Date: September 20 2026
  Interviews with Committee: Week of September 27th
  Finalist Interviews: Week of December 26 2026
  Anticipated Start Date: December 16 2026 or January 4 2027
  
  Please be aware that the College hiring authorities reserve the right to hire one or more candidates and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process. Only candidates selected to interview will be contacted.
  
  Application Procedure:
  To be considered for this position applicants must:
  1. Meet the minimum qualifications and;
  2. Submit a complete application to the online recruitment system at includes the following:
     • The online application which includes answers to all supplemental questions and contact information for at least three (3) professional references;
     • A current resume; (Attachment: Resume);
     • A letter of interest addressing the minimum desired qualifications and your education and experience as it supports the responsibilities of this position; (Attachment: Cover Letter).
  In order to be considered for the position you must complete the online application in full and attach the required supplemental documents. Failure to provide this information may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
  
  Conditions of Employment:
  • Prior to employment a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
    
    Additionally pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for or have left a position during an investigation into a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicants current or past employer. By law post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or non-existence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute.
  • In the interest of providing a healthy safe and secure educational and work environment and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation it is the policy of Skagit Valley College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
  • If hired you will be required to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.
  • This classification is included in the classified staff bargaining unit represented by the Washington Public Employees Association WPEA.
  
  Application Assistance:If you have questions about the position or require special accommodation you may contact Human Resources at Monday through Thursday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. SVC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may leave a TDD/TTY message at by the application closing date.
  
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  Skagit Valley College provides a drug-free environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race color creed religion national origin sex sexual orientation and/or gender identity pregnancy genetic information age marital status disability honorably discharged veteran or military status in its programs and employment. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies contact Carolyn Tucker Vice President of Human Resources/EEO 360.416.7794 or . For inquiries regarding sexual misconduct compliance contact Title IX Coordinator Sandy Jordan 360.416.7923 or . Mailing address: 2405 E. College Way Mount Vernon WA 98273.