HVAC Mechanic

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Building Services provide full maintenance and repair services for all UNC facilities and ensure the proper operation of those facilities in support of the UNC mission of teaching, research and public service. Building Services supports more than 400 campus buildings with approximately 18 million gross square feet of space. The teams that provide quality maintenance, repair and construction services that support the teaching, research, and public service mission of the University include Campus Maintenance, EMCS, Facilities Operations Support, Housing Support, HVAC Systems, Life Safety Services, and the Office of Waste Reduction and Recycling.

The Refrigeration shop is a unit of Building Services that installs, operates, maintains, and improves DX systems, environmental chambers, process chillers, water coolers, freezers, refrigerated air dryers, window air conditioners, refrigerated scientific and food service equipment, and boilers. These diverse systems serve a variety of facilities including classrooms, auditoriums, offices, kitchen/dining areas, parking decks, arenas/athletic venues, laboratories, clinics, surgery suites, clean rooms, data centers, museums/repositories, and vivariums. These customers depend on the Refrigeration shop to achieve UNC's many missions.

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 recruitment is for three (3) Facility Maint Tech - MechTrd - Journey positions (00060647, 00060648, 00061723) . By applying, you will be considered for all three (3) positions.

Supports campus HVAC systems, refrigeration equipment, and complex air drying equipment. Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance on and making repairs to complex refrigerated air drying equipment, DX units, package units, ice machines, Liebert systems, dehumidification systems and small chiller systems; and troubleshooting complex control circuits, replacing compressors, repairing refrigerant leaks, replacing fan/blower motors, change-out of various mechanical and electrical controls, and maintaining EPA refrigerant management log.

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification. Optional Guidelines: xperience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Experience in the HVAC/Refrigeration field and EPA refrigerant certification. Ability to accurately read various types of refrigerant gauges including subheat and supercooling. Ability to accurately and efficiently troubleshoot HVAC/Refrigeration equipment and determine corrective action. Proficiency with a multimeter and knowledge of testing methods for various electronic/electrical components or circuits. Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings. Experience in refrigerant recovery and maintaining a refrigerant log. Ability to use a Windows PC and other devices such as tablets and smartphones to access UNC's computerized maintenance management system (AiM). Excellent customer service skills also required.

May be required to work in active high containment labs, which requires a baseline blood draw, a physical, and vaccines (currently flu, tetanus, and COVID-19) as well as annual medical certification, respirator fit testing, and specialized training. Entry into such labs requires escort from Environment, Health, and Safety department, respirator use, safety attire, and possibly shower in/out.

May also require working in healthcare facilities, with requirements including vaccines (currently varicella or chickenpox, flu, and COVID-19,) tuberculosis testing, and overall medical certification.

Ability to serve as a mandatory employee and report to work in support of essential (mandatory) University operations, even when adverse weather or other emergency conditions may require the University to close.

Ability to serve on-call duty on a rotating basis including nights, weekends, and holidays; and provide emergency response while on call for all Auxiliary and Refrigeration shop equipment.

Must possess a valid North Carolina Driver's License or ability to obtain one prior to start date. EPA refrigerant certification must be obtained within the first year of employment.

Must contribute to the UNC safety culture and always consider safety first. Must also consider energy efficiency and water use to meet UNC's sustainability and energy reduction goals.

Ability to demonstrate teamwork, openness, professionalism, stewardship, excellence, responsiveness, versatility, innovation, competence, and efficiency in the performance of duties.

Ability to accurately troubleshoot and repair large DX units and refrigeration equipment, including variable refrigerant flow systems, DX zone systems and controllers, dehumidification systems, boilers, refrigerators, ice machines, and large capacity air dryers; and experience in electrical, plumbing, fabrication, and equipment installation.

Ability to move objects weighing up to 65 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation and move large equipment with hand trucks or general material handling equipment. Ability to work from ladders for extended periods of time, work outside during adverse weather conditions; and ability to wear a respirator and other required personal protective equipment ( PPE) such as safety shoes, eye protection, and arc flash safety gear.

Not Applicable.

This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy .

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.