Campus Facilities Mechanic: HVAC, Plumbing & More

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare benefits

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

NC State University seeks a Facilities Maintenance Technician – Journey Level to perform skilled maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC, piping, insulation, plumbing, steam, and related systems on campus.

You will work with domestic and chilled water, steam, gas, and waste systems, supporting controls and electrical systems. This role emphasizes problem‑solving, teamwork, and hands‑on repair of complex building systems on a large university campus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some positions may require licenses.
• Experience in the trade areas related to the assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on domestic water, chilled water, hot water, steam piping, and ductwork insulation.
• Perform preventive maintenance on plumbing and building systems, including air, gas, water, and waste systems.
• Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems and fixtures, including lab drainage, sinks, toilets, valves, and piping.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and plumbing issues, including complex repairs, and develop effective solutions.
• Assist with HVAC preventive maintenance and repairs, including temperature controls, thermostats, humidity sensors, and regulators.
• Troubleshoot and repair steam systems and related equipment, including boilers, pumps, turbines, condensate systems, and air compressors.

Skills

HVAC systems

Plumbing

Electrical systems

Mechanical trades

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NC Driver's License

Job description

NC State University seeks a Facilities Maintenance Technician – Journey Level to perform skilled maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC, piping, insulation, plumbing, steam, and related systems on campus.

You will work with domestic and chilled water, steam, gas, and waste systems, supporting controls and electrical systems. This role emphasizes problem‑solving, teamwork, and hands‑on repair of complex building systems on a large university campus.