HVAC Mechanic

About the role

A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $4,668 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE: $2,334 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $2,334 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.

This position, assigned to the Housing Support HVAC Group, ensures the proper maintenance and operation for all Housing’s Residential Dorms, Apartments, Offices and Associated buildings. Responsibilities include but are not limited to operating and performing preventive/predictive/reactive maintenance and repairs on commercial, industrial and residential HVAC DX, electrical and Hydronic based HVAC systems. Tasks include, but are not limited to the installation, maintenance and repair of Split/Package AC Systems, Furnaces, Heat Pumps, Ice Machines, FCU, VAV, AHU, Bearings, Pumps, Motors, Direct Digital and Pneumatic controls, as well as monitoring the Building Automation System via laptop. Systems supported include heat pumps, furnaces, split/package ac units, mini-splits, VRF systems, ice machines, air compressors, air dryers, FCU, VAV systems with reheat, boilers, dehumidification systems, direct digital controls, Pneumatic controls, 24-volt controls, air handling units, Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems, hydronic pumps, exhaust fans, and single and three phase motors.

Responsibilities

• Operating and performing preventive/predictive/reactive maintenance and repairs on commercial, industrial and residential HVAC DX, electrical and Hydronic based HVAC systems.
• Installation, maintenance and repair of Split/Package AC Systems, Furnaces, Heat Pumps, Ice Machines, FCU, VAV, AHU, Bearings, Pumps, Motors, Direct Digital and Pneumatic controls.
• Maintenance and repair of Building Automation Systems via laptop.
• Supporting the operation and maintenance of a wide range of complex commercial, industrial and residential style HVAC systems.
• Ensuring the safety and security of the 9000 students living in 37 residence halls and 700 apartments.
• Completing minor renovations via Housing Support’s internal shops, other Facilities Services units, and private contractors.
• Providing 24-hour customer service to resident students and Department of Housing and Residential Education staff.
• Conducting all scheduled facility maintenance inspections within Housing Support’s own facilities.

Requirements

• A valid North Carolina Driver’s License or ability to obtain one prior to start date.
• Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Experience in HVAC trades.
• EPA 608 certification.
• Great teamwork and communication skills with co-workers and Housing staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Skills

• Building Automation Controls and Software for Schneider and Johnson (Ex: Metasys, TAC Tridium, Structureware, Circon).

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

$47,263 - $63,438

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., or Four days per week, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.