Mecklenburg County, Virginia
Salary: $62,500.00 annually (candidates with exceptional experience or certifications may be considered for a higher rate)
Classification: E4
Do you enjoy solving complex building systems challenges and ensuring critical public safety infrastructure remains fully operational?
Mecklenburg County is seeking a highly skilled Facilities Technician II to oversee the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and optimization of the County's new Public Safety Building and the mid-life Hudgins Court Building. This position will serve as the primary facilities professional assigned to one of the County's most technologically advanced facilities, supporting the building's mechanical, HVAC, electrical, electronic, security, and automated building systems.
During the construction and commissioning phases of the Public Safety Building, the Facilities Technician II will work alongside contractors, engineers, architects, vendors, and County staff to develop a comprehensive understanding of the facility's infrastructure, building automation systems, warranties, maintenance requirements, and operational components. This early involvement will ensure continuity of operations and long-term stewardship of the County's investment. The position will also assume primary management for the existing Hudgins Court Building, which dates to the early 2000s.
Although primarily assigned to the Public Safety Building and Hudgins Court Building, this position may provide maintenance and technical support to other County facilities as operational needs require.
Why Join Us?
· Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) and comprehensive health insurance, with Mecklenburg County paying 100% of employee-only premiums and 85% of dependent coverage premiums.
· Generous annual leave, sick leave, paid holidays, and a strong commitment to work-life balance.
· Opportunities for specialized technical training, certification renewal, and professional development.
· Play a key role in the operation and long-term success of Mecklenburg County's state-of-the-art Public Safety Building.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Participate in the construction, commissioning, and occupancy phases of the Public Safety Building to develop expertise in all major building systems.
· Serve as the primary facilities professional responsible for the Public Safety Building, the Public Safety Building Auxiliary Building, and the Hudgins Court Building.
· Recommend capital improvements and operational efficiencies that improve facility performance.
· Monitor, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and building automation systems.
· Coordinate preventive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability and extend asset life.
· Monitor security gates, emergency generators, backup power systems, fire alarm systems, electronic access control, and security camera systems.
· Complete and manage maintenance work orders and maintain accurate maintenance records.
· Coordinate warranty work, service contracts, vendors, and outside contractors.
· Read and interpret blueprints, equipment manuals, schematics, and technical documentation.
· Conduct routine inspections to identify maintenance deficiencies and safety concerns.
· Respond to urgent maintenance issues and support emergency operations when necessary.
· Provide technical maintenance support to other County facilities as operational needs require.
Minimum Qualifications
· High school diploma or GED required; technical school or associate degree in HVAC, electrical technology, industrial maintenance, or a related field preferred.
· Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in commercial facilities maintenance, building systems, or industrial maintenance.
· Demonstrated experience with commercial HVAC systems and mechanical equipment.
· Technical aptitude to understand and troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and automated building systems.
· Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
· EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Certification.
· Experience with access control, security, fire alarm, and emergency power systems.
Preferred Qualifications
· Journeyman or Master HVAC license preferred.
· Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS).
· Experience in municipal, public-sector, healthcare, educational, or public safety facilities.
· Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
· Advanced knowledge of commercial HVAC and mechanical systems.
· Working knowledge of commercial electrical systems and electronic building controls.
· Ability to diagnose complex facility issues independently.
· Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
· Strong organizational, project management, and vendor coordination skills.
· Excellent communication and customer service skills.
· Ability to prioritize multiple assignments while supporting critical public safety operations and judicial administration.
Work Environment
Work is performed primarily within the Public Safety Building and Hudgins Court Facility and includes mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, equipment spaces, and other technical areas supporting critical public safety operations. The position requires regular interaction with contractors, engineers, vendors, and County staff during construction and after occupancy. Duties involve travel to other County facilities as needed, exposure to varying weather conditions, use of specialized tools and equipment, and occasional after-hours or emergency response to critical building system failures.
How to Apply
To be considered, applicants must submit a completed Mecklenburg County application (available at https://www.mecklenburgva.com/DocumentCenter/View/428/Mecklenburg-County-Employment-Application-PDF) along with a resume to [email protected] or by mail to:
Mecklenburg County Administrator’s Office
P.O. Box 307
Boydton, VA 23917
This position is open until filled.
Mecklenburg County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: From $62,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
