HVAC Mechanic I - Anson Correctional Institution

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 37,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking state agency dedicated to public safety and correctional services. This full-time role offers the chance to apply your expertise in HVAC and plumbing within a multi-custody correctional facility. You will be responsible for journey-level work, ensuring the proper maintenance and repair of essential systems. With a competitive salary range and a $7,000 sign-on bonus, this position is ideal for skilled professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact. Enjoy comprehensive state benefits while contributing to the safety and rehabilitation of individuals in custody.

Benefits

State Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in air conditioning and refrigeration maintenance.
• Knowledge of plumbing and food service equipment repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on HVAC systems and plumbing.
• Supervise offender workers during maintenance tasks.

Skills

Air Conditioning Systems

Refrigeration Systems

Plumbing

Preventative Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

This position has required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). Please review them carefully. If you have the required KSAsfor this position, enter a detailed description in the WORK EXPERIENCE section of your application. Remember to SAVEeach job entry and be thorough.

NOW ELIGIBLE FOR A $7,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must NOT have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee subject to the State Human Resources Act.

**This is a REPOST.Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered.**

Reporting to the Maintenance/Construction Supervisor II, this position is primarily responsible for providing journey level work in the areas of Heating/Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, Hot Water Supply, Plumbing and Food Service Equipment at a multi-custody female correctional facility. Other responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Completing special repairs and assignments that are received by work orders from authorized personnel.
2. Identifying the cause of a problem and determining materials and tools and method of repair.
3. Carrying out repair procedures independently on most jobs.
4. Performing preventative maintenance functions as required and outlined in the preventative maintenance plans.
5. Training and/or supervising the work of offender workers as needed.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) withState Benefitswith established working hours of Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pmand may require working beyond normal work schedule to meet business need.

As of January 1, 2025, there are new increase adjustments to the state pay plan which were approved by the State Human Resources Commission, effective January 1, 2025. The new salary range will be $37,782 - $66,120.

Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position isNC08(Salary Range: $37,782 - $66,120). State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

About Anson Correctional Institution:
Anson Correctional Institution houses female offenders in medium and close custody housing units. Anson CI offers a wide variety of educational, vocational, and training programs. Correction Enterprises operates the offender packaging operation at Anson, a partnership with Union Supply Direct through the Prison Industry Enhancement Program (PIE). Family and friends can order a package of goods from a pre-approved shopping list to send to an offender. Orders are packaged by offenders and shipped quarterly.

TheKnowledge, Skills and Abilitieslisted below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. (We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application.)If you would like more information on how to apply for our jobs through the state application and/or more information on Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs), click on the following resource links:Introduction to the State Government Job Application and/orKnowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs).

To qualify for this position, applicants must document in the work experience section of the application that they possess ALL of the following:

Documented knowledge of practices, methods, materials and equipment used in the operation, maintenance, and repair of air-conditioning and refrigeration systems.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See https://oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma ANDthree 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: REQUIREScurrent 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.

Come Join Us To Make A Difference!

TheNorth Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC)is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes Institutions with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff in state prisons as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry.

TheDivision of Institutionsis one of the divisions in DAC andemploys over 19,000 staff, operates 56 institutions and is responsible for the care and custody of approximately 30,000 incarcerated individuals across North Carolina. Our division categorizes the institutions into 3 custody levels, which include minimum, medium, and close. The Division of Institutions has a duty to provide a secure and safe environment along with the proper care and supervision for every individual, in our custody.

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB-23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD-256 or NGB-22.
• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
• If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements: Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification.
• The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape”. Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction:PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions(Download PDF reader).
• PerNC General Statute 143B-972.1(Download PDF reader), applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in theFBI’s Next Generation Identification System: Criminal Justice Record of Arrest and Prosecution Background Service (“RAP Back”). This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status. "If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help-Line at 855-524-5627.

If there are any questions about this postingother than your application status, please contact Celeste Robinson by phone at 919-582-6116 or by email [e-mail].