HVAC Mechanic I - Central Prison

Adult Correction; North Carolina; On-site; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

NCFlex benefits

Vacation and sick leave

Parental leave

Job summary

Adult Correction in North Carolina is seeking an HVAC Mechanic I to join the COO - OPS - Institutions Operations team. The role focuses on journey-level work in heating, air conditioning and refrigeration, performing repairs and preventive maintenance to keep facilities running smoothly.

You will work from 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday, with potential overtime to meet operational needs; mentoring lower level staff and offenders in hands-on, less technical tasks may be required.

Qualifications

• Documented knowledge of refrigeration theory and electrical control systems.
• Knowledge of centrifugal and reciprocal compressors.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment and controls.

Responsibilities

• Performing repairs and assignments from work orders.
• Performing preventive maintenance per plans and supervising assistants.
• Instructing lower level assistants and offenders in less technical repairs.

Skills

Refrigeration theory

Electrical troubleshooting

AC system diagnostics

HVAC controls

Job description

Job Details

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title

HVAC Mechanic I (S)

Position Number

60060041

Grade

NC08

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

Reporting to the Facility Maintenance Manager I at a multi-custody male correctional facility, this position functions in the Maintenance Department and is primarily responsible for providing journey level work in the areas of heating /air conditioning & refrigeration.

• Performing special repairs and assignments that are received by work orders from authorized personnel.
• Performing preventive maintenance functions as outlined in the preventive maintenance plans while at the same time instructing lower level assistants and offenders in performing less technical repairs.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the Minimum Education and Experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/Management Preferences are not required but applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented working knowledge of refrigeration theory, electricity sufficient to troubleshoot & repair complex electrical control systems.
• Documented knowledge of the design & operation of centrifugal & reciprocal compressors.
• Documented knowledge of the design and operations of pneumatic control systems.
• Documented knowledge of the practices, methods, materials & equipment used in the operation, maintenance & repair of air conditioning & refrigeration systems.
• Documented knowledge of diagnosing equipment malfunctions and prescribing & performing repair procedures.

Compensation and Benefits

• Health Insurance Options
• Retirement Plans
• NCFlex Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.

Salary Range : $39,244 - $68,679

This posting will close at 11:59 p.m. the night BEFORE the end date listed above.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with established working hours of Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm and may require working beyond normal work schedule to meet business needs.

About Central Prison

Central Prison in Raleigh, NC has been in continuous service since 1884. It serves as the admission point into prison for adult male felons sentenced to 20 years or more and is the main medical and mental health center for male offenders. It also houses special populations, including death row and safe-keepers.

While security requires that certain offenders remain in their cells, there are more than 260 offender job assignments that include working in the kitchen, laundry, or canteen. Offenders also work as barbers, janitors, and clerks. Offenders can attend substance abuse group therapy meetings, Bible studies or other worship services.