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Aerotek Entry Level HVAC Technician in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Entry-Level Facilities Technician / HVAC Technician
Contract-to-Hire | On-site | Virginia Beach, VA
trade school completer, or early‑career technician looking to get your foot in the door with hands-on experience? This is a great entry-level opportunity to build real-world skills working with HVAC, power, and mechanical equipment while receiving strong training and long-term growth potential.
We are seeking a Facilities Technician / HVAC Technician to support equipment maintenance and operations at a local shop in Virginia Beach, with future work at a major industrial site nearby. This role is ideal for candidates eager to learn, gain experience, and grow into a long-term technical career.
What You’ll Do
Load and unload HVAC, power, and mechanical equipment safely
Perform basic preventative maintenance to keep equipment running efficiently
Assist with minor repairs on HVAC, generators, compressors, pumps, and related equipment
Troubleshoot basic mechanical issues under guidance from experienced technicians
Follow safety procedures and operational processes
Help reduce equipment downtime through proactive maintenance
Why This Is a Great Entry-Level Opportunity
Ideal for newer graduates or early-career technicians
On-the-job training provided
Exposure to HVAC, generators, diesel-driven equipment, and facilities maintenance
Hands-on learning in both shop and field environments
Contract-to-hire with potential for long-term placement
Opportunity to work on equipment supporting large-scale industrial operations
What We’re Looking For
Minimum Qualifications
1–3 years of experience OR recent education/training in HVAC, mechanical, or facilities maintenance
EPA Universal Certification (required)
Basic understanding of:
HVAC systems (A/C, heat, ventilation)
Generators and power distribution
Diesel-driven pumps and equipment
Willingness to learn troubleshooting and preventative maintenance
Nice to Have (Not Required)
Exposure to hydraulics or electronics
Facilities or industrial maintenance experience
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Start in a Virginia Beach shop environment
Transition to supporting equipment at a nearby industrial worksite
Work performed indoors and outdoors
Must be able to bend, squat, crouch, reach, and lift 25 lbs or more
Safety-focused environment with established procedures
Position Details
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Schedule: Full-time
Placement Type: Contract to Hire
Duration: 6 months
Pay Rate: $20.00 – $22.00/hour
Overtime: Paid at 1.5x
Start Date: ASAP
Benefits May Include (Eligibility Applies)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan options
Short- and long-term disability
Life and accident insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off options
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Virginia Beach, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Virginia Beach,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.