HVAC Mechanic I

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The NC Department of Administration is seeking an HVAC Mechanic I for its Facility Management division to maintain state facilities with safe, energy-efficient operations. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance and repair of HVAC, refrigeration, and related systems, and on-call rotation for emergencies.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with 3 years of HVAC experience and EPA certification (Type I/II/III or Universal).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 3 years of progressive experience in HVAC installation, maintenance or repair.
• EPA technician certification (Type I/II/III or Universal) required by Title 40 CFR part 82.
• Experience with air conditioning chillers, air handling and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance and repair of Downtown Complex HVAC equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, digital and pneumatic controls and diagnose malfunctions.
• Operate and maintain air-conditioning and refrigeration systems and related equipment.
• Be available on a rotating basis for emergency call back.

Skills

Refrigeration theory

Building automation systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Air-conditioning systems

Diagnose equipment malfunctions

Tools for HVAC repair

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA technician certification (Type I/II/III or Universal)

Tools

DDC automation systems

Electrical test instruments

HVAC repair tools

Job description

About Us

The NC Department of Administration is the business manager for North Carolina state government. The department oversees Government Operations such as building construction, purchasing and contracting for goods and services, maintaining facilities, managing state vehicles, acquiring and disposing of real property, and operating auxiliary services such as courier mail delivery and the sale of state and federal surplus property. Additionally, the department manages many of the state's advocacy programs that provide assistance and services to diverse segments of the state's population that have been traditionally underserved.

Description of Work

The North Carolina Department of Administration is seeking applicants for an HVAC Mechanic I for our Facility Management division. The primary mission of Facility Management is to provide a safe and healthful work environment for employees and the public in a cost effective and energy efficient manner. This mission is accomplished by performing routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance to state facilities owned by and allocated to the Department of Administration.

This position will perform tasks of installation, operation, preventive maintenance and repair of Downtown Complex heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment. May also entail troubleshooting and testing of electrical, digital, and pneumatic controls. Primarily performs preventive maintenance actions as required on HVAC and refrigeration equipment, ice machines, water coolers, water pumps, and air compressors. The individual in this position must be available on a rotating basis for emergency call back. Individual should have some knowledge in the use of a personal computer. Additional duties as assigned. The work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

This is a repost. Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply .

This posting will close at 11:59pm the night before the end date.

Sign-on bonus now being offered

Sign-on bonus of $5,000 for the successful applicant of this posting. See eligibility for Sign-on Bonus below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section.

Maximum Salary for this position: $52,566

Recruitment Range: $39,244-$52,566

NOTE: "See Resume" is not acceptable to show work history.

Key Responsibilities

• Working knowledge of refrigeration theory.
• Working knowledge of operating (BAU) building automation systems.
• Basic knowledge of electricity sufficient to troubleshoot and repair complex electrical control systems.
• Working knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, and equipment used in the operation, maintenance, and repair of air-conditioning and refrigeration systems.
• Ability to diagnose equipment malfunctions and to prescribe and perform repair procedures.
• Skill in the use of tools and equipment utilized in the repair of air-conditioning systems.

Management Preferences

• Knowledge of chilled water distribution systems and the ability to troubleshoot and repair
• Operational knowledge of DDC automation systems and the ability to use these systems to diagnose mechanical, electrical or control issues and to prescribe or perform repair procedures.
• Experience in reading and comprehending blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Experience servicing and repairing computer room air conditioning systems.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of progressive experience in the installation, maintenance or repair of air conditioning chillers, air handling, chilled water distribution and control systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualifications Requires current certification by the Environmental Protection Agency as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations part 82, subpart F.

Employment Incentives with NC State Government

We value our employees and offer a variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits including:

• 12 annual paid holidays
• Health Insurance and Supplemental Benefits including Dental and Vision.
• NC State Retirement Plan

Click more about employee perks and benefits at https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits.

Contact NCDOA and follow us on social media at https://ncadmin.nc.gov/contact.