HVAC intern

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

When you join the Federal Reserve—the nation's central bank—you’ll play a key role, collaborating with a dynamic and diverse team of mission-driven professionals to strengthen and protect our economy and our communities.

Bring your passion and expertise, and we’ll provide the opportunities that will challenge you and propel your growth—along with a wide range of benefits and perks that support your health, wealth, and life

The Facilities Management Team is hiring a temporary part-time intern who will be assigned to observe, assist and receive training in a broad range of activities in the Facilities Department in the HVAC trades.

This will be an eight-month immersive job experience where the intern will work directly with HVAC plant operators.

Specific duties and job schedule will be created for the position to meet the specific needs of the Bank.

All work performed by the intern will be supervised by local Facilities Management staff. 



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*        Work consists of up to 20 hours per week



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*        Rate offered will be $21.50/hr
 

Key Responsibilities:


* HVAC/Mechanical – General assistance such as replacing filters in VAV boxes throughout the building.
+ Assist in maintaining AC units, fan units, chillers, boilers, and other facility equipment as needed
+ Assist in maintenance and demonstrate a basic understanding of operating procedures and proper chemical treatment levels for boilers and cooling towers

Knowledge and Skills:


* Ability to work independently and safely.


* HVAC
+ Understanding of HVAC systems and a strong mechanical aptitude
+ Entry level knowledge and skill in the operation and maintenance of commercial mechanical, HVAC, fire protection and plumbing systems including advanced knowledge of several components such as centrifugal chillers, centrifugal pumps, chemical water treatment, refrigeration systems, direct digital control systems, or gas fire tube boilers

Education and Experience:


* High School Diploma or GED and aptitude of building trades required.


* Must be enrolled in a HVAC trade school


* Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint along with computerized building automation systems

 Other/Physical Requirements:


* Candidate must be willing and able to:
+ Lift up to 25 pounds
+ Reach and grasp with hands
+ Tolerate a work environment with moderate to excessive noise from equipment
+ Work in both an indoor office environment and outdoor conditions, including hot and cold temperatures, wind, and light rain.

Full Time / Part Time

Part time

Regular / Temporary

Temporary

Job Exempt (Yes / No)

No

Job Category

Internship

Work Shift

First (United States of America)

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