HVAC Maintenance Technician

Forsyth Technical Comunity Clg; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 37,521 - 46,902; Full time

Job summary

Forsyth Technical Community Clg is seeking an HVAC Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance on HVAC equipment. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing HVAC systems, working collaboratively with staff and students to resolve issues, and assisting in design plans for upgrades.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, along with HVAC experience and CFC certification. A valid driver's license is also required.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of experience with HVAC and building equipment.
• CFC certification is required.
• Current valid North Carolina driver's license and driving record.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
• Work with faculty and staff to resolve HVAC complaints.
• Assist in design plans and specifications for remodels.

Skills

HVAC experience

Troubleshooting skills

Knowledge of computer operated controls

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

HVAC or BMS Vocational diploma or certificate

Tools

Automated computerized control system

Forklift

Job description

Position Details

Job Title: HVAC Maintenance Technician

Posting Number: 2602

Job Schedule: Full Time

Job Shift: Varied

Classification: 7 - Maintenance Services & Police

Salary: $37,521 – $46,902

Work Location: Main Campus

Job Description Summary

The HVAC Maintenance Technician will perform duties necessary to properly maintain all HVAC equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent and HVAC or BMS Vocational diploma or certificate; or High School diploma or GED equivalent and apprentice experience.
• Two to five years of experience with HVAC and building equipment.
• CFC certification.
• Current valid North Carolina driver’s license and driving record in good standing.
• Various computer program knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of computer operated controls.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC and refrigeration equipment to include: rotary screw and reciprocating chillers up to 200 ton; direct expansion split systems; large gas fired boilers; commercial refrigeration equipment including refrigerators, freezers and ice makers; and other appliances and equipment as needed.
• Work with faculty, staff, and students to resolve HVAC complaints or problems.
• Become familiar with and participate in the refrigerant recovery program and the preventive maintenance program.
• Assist in preliminary design plans and specifications for remodels, upgrades to new HVAC constructions. Assist controls team and Department Supervisor when directed.
• Install power supply wiring and conduit for newly installed equipment.
• Operate and troubleshoot automated computerized control system.
• Operate and troubleshoot pneumatic, electric, and electronic control systems.
• Inventory and maintain stock of HVAC and electrical items.
• Complete and or update work orders through automated system daily.
• Diagnose malfunctioning equipment such as computer control boards, transformers, motors, compressors, variable speed drives, gas burners, VAV boxes, air handlers, and replace damaged or broken wire and cables.
• Assist other trades as necessary.
• Operate a forklift when necessary, with training.
• Subject to be on call for emergency items.
• Assist with snow removal.
• Attend classes/training when offered to further knowledge within field.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee will need to regularly operate and use computers, phones and other electronic equipment.
• The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
• The employee may need to move around their office and/or campus to attend meetings/ classes and to access files, machinery or other job‑related tools.
• The employee may need to lift and/or move equipment, tools or paperwork up to 75 pounds.
• The employee may need to position themselves by reaching, stooping, kneeling or crouching in order to adjust or collect equipment and/or supplies.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places; and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.

Work Environment

• Encounters low to moderate noise levels in the work environment.

Open Date

08/07/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes