HVAC Technician

UNC Finance and Operations; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job description

a Sign-on Bonus Of $5,639 Is Available For The Successful Applicant Of This Position Paid In 2 Installments Within 12 Months Of Hire

$2,819.50 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $2,819.50 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.

Performs preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance on complex refrigeration equipment supporting an invensive biotechnology/life sciences research and health care campus. Systems supported include direct expansion (DX) units, environmental chambers, walk-in coolers and freezers, air dryers, ice machines, packaged units, computer room air conditioning (CRAC) units, dehumidification systems, refrigerated scientific equipment, ultra-low and cryogenic equipment, small chillers, and hot water and steam boiler systems. Tasks include troubleshooting complex control circuits, replacing compressors, repairing refrigerant leaks, replacing fan/blower motors, changing out various refrigeration mechanical and electrical controls, and maintaining EPA refrigerant management logs. Additional work includes maintaining and repairing complex boiler systems, calibrating boilers to run efficiently, and preparing boilers for state inspections. Performs some equipment replacements and installations, and may work on construction or renovation projects, providing written comments that may not meet plans, specifications, codes, or guidelines.

• Must possess a valid North Carolina Driver's License or have the ability to obtain one prior to hire date.
• Requires EPA 608 universal refrigerant certification.