HVAC Mechanic

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University (ECU) is seeking a Journeyman HVAC Mechanic to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and replace heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment across campus facilities. The role emphasizes building automation systems, pneumatic controls, and related instrumentation.

The position requires a valid NC driver’s license; on-site work with standard hours, plus after-hours when necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
• License or Certification required by statute or regulation: None
• Candidates must have a valid NC driver’s license and be eligible to operate a state-owned vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and replaces HVAC equipment and pneumatic controls in campus buildings.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC and refrigeration systems and related controls.
• Inspects buildings and equipment and keeps maintenance records; assists with training and training records.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Troubleshooting

Refrigeration systems

Pneumatic controls

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Classification Title 17423 Facility Maintenance Tech Mech Trades

Competency Level 2 - Journey

Working Title

Working Title HVAC Mechanic

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE)

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.00

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Recruitment Range

Recruitment Range $35,099 - $58,291

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range $44,964 - $49,961

Salary Grade Equivalency

Salary Grade Equivalency NC10

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Monday - Friday, Rotating On Call

Work Hours

Work Hours 8:00am - 5:00pm After hours and weekend work when necessary

Position Location (City)

Job Category

Job Category Staff

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East Carolina University ( ECU ) is consistently ranked among the nation’s top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C. , which is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU’s commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university’s leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The Administration & Finance Division encompasses a broad range of operational, financial, technological, safety, administrative and people-focused units that support the daily functions and long-term success of the university.

Campus Operations includes Facilities Engineering & Architectural Services, Facilities Services, and Housekeeping Services. Campus Operations is responsible for the support of all university real property including buildings, infrastructure, and grounds. Responsibilities on the university’s Main, Health Sciences, and West Research Campuses, and satellite locations associated with ECU programs include major and minor renovations and construction; corrective and preventive maintenance and repairs by utilities services (controls, electrical, HVAC , life safety, plumbing, central steam and chilled water operations), building services (carpentry, locksmith, masonry, paint, roofing), and automotive services; maintenance of grounds by grounds services, recycling, refuse removal, sustainability; and moving services and housekeeping services support of academic, administrative, athletic, classroom, clinical, dining, laboratory, library, performing arts, and residence life spaces.
HVAC shop in Utilities Services, a unit in Facilities Services responsible for corrective and preventive maintenance and repairs by utilities services (controls, electrical, HVAC , life safety, plumbing, central steam and chilled water operations), on the university’s Main, Health Sciences, and West Research Campuses, and satellite locations.

Primary Purpose of Position

This position is responsible for performing the full range of journey work duties in the HVAC trade i.e., maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and replace the heating, ventilation, air conditioning equipment, and refrigeration equipment and pneumatic control systems on all campus buildings. Reporting to the HVAC supervisor, the position has primary responsibility for installation, modification, adjustment, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC , refrigeration, and pneumatic instrumentation used in building automation systems. The position may also service equipment such as solid state motor starters, variable speed drives, and electronic controls.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and operational support for HVAC systems and equipment while ensuring safe and efficient operation. (60%)
• Performs skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of HVAC and refrigeration systems and related controls. (33%)
• Inspects campus buildings and equipment, performs repairs, and maintains operational records. (5%)
• Assists with training mechanics and maintains training records and documentation. (2%)

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification.

License or Certification required by statute or regulation

None

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

License or Certification required by the Department

Candidates must have a valid NC driver’s license and be eligible to operate a state-owned vehicle in accordance with the ECU property policy.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/14/2026

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA ) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/ TTY ) or ADA [e-mail].

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

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