HVAC TECHNICIAN

Scotland County Schools - NC; Laurinburg (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotland County Schools Maintenance in Laurinburg, North Carolina, is seeking an HVAC Technician to independently follow established procedures for installing, operating, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing HVAC and electrical systems across district sites. The role requires five years’ experience, NC refrigerant recovery certification and electrical licensure, with strong safety and time-management standards.

Starting date is immediate; 12-month terms and a state salary schedule apply.

Qualifications

• Commercial NC refrigerant recovery certification or ability to obtain immediately.
• Electrical certification/licensure required or ability to obtain immediately.
• At least five years' experience as commercial/institutional HVAC technician or electrician.
• High school diploma or equivalent; basic education required.
• Strong workmanship, safety, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems in schools.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical systems in schools.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections on electrical, mechanical and controls systems.
• Maintain stock of repair parts and equipment.
• Keep tools and safety equipment in good working condition.
• Read work orders and document all information.

Skills

HVAC installation

Electrical installation

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Safety procedures

Refrigerant recovery certification

Electrical certification/licensure

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Testing equipment

Power tools

Job description

HVAC TECHNICIAN

Scotland County Schools Maintenance - Laurinburg, North Carolina

Job Details

Job ID: 5862667

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title:

HVAC Technician

Reports to:

Maintenance Director

Terms of Employment:

12 Months

Salary:

NC State Salary Schedule

The employee's primary function is to independently follow established procedures and schedules for installing, operating, maintaining, trouble‑shooting and repairing the HVAC and electrical systems, fixtures, equipment, wiring, and control devices at Scotland County schools and departmental sites.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities etc.:

The employee must be skilled in all facets of HVAC and electrical installation, maintenance, trouble‑shooting and repair with a skilled level of expertise/competence. He/she must hold (or immediately obtain) commercial NC refrigerant recovery certification and electrical certification/licensure. He/she must have at least five years prior successful experience as a commercial or institutional HVAC technician I electrician. He/she must demonstrate an appreciation for good workmanship, craftsmanship and safety in order to properly use and care for materials, tools, and equipment. A basic education and high school diploma (or the equivalent) is necessary. He/she will be required to:

Read and comprehend work orders, instruction manuals, schematic drawings, building codes, etc. Document all information relating to work orders and required reports.

Use basic mathematical calculations to estimate and purchase materials, and to measure and layout work.

He/she will independently analyze situations arising during the work day and will be expected to use good judgment to prioritize and complete work assignments safely and expeditiously. He/she will be expected to use good oral communication skills and interact professionally with administrators, other school employees, students, and the general public. He/she must also be punctual and adhere to established working hours, attend work regularly without undue absenteeism, be productive and effectively manage time, and demonstrate a cheerful and cooperative attitude.

Physical Requirements:

The employee must lift, maneuver and carry medium to heavy objects (i.e., 50- 75 lbs); climb ladders and scaffolds (2 story structures); operate hand tools, power tools, mechanical equipment, vehicles, etc. Good manual dexterity, good hand/eye coordination and good visual acuity are required.

Driving Requirements:

The employee will be assigned a vehicle for all necessary work related travel. A good/safe driving record and valid North Carolina driver's license are required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The employee will be subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions typical to Scotland County along with occasional exposure to fumes, odors, dusts, mists, oils, chemicals, equipment noise, etc. He/she will be required to function occasionally in close quarters (i.e., small enclosed rooms, narrow aisles, mechanical lofts, crawl spaces, man holes, etc.) and in proximity to hazardous moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, ladders, scaffolds, power tools, mechanical equipment, tractors, forklifts, etc.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

The employee will.........

• Install, maintain, trouble‑shoot and repair all components of the HVAC systems and equipment in the schools and departmental sites (i.e. air‑to‑air heat pumps, water‑to‑air heat pumps and other forced air distribution systems and equipment; steam and/or hot water boilers and radiation devices; energy management and control devices, etc.)
• Install, maintain, trouble‑shoot and repair all components of the electrical systems and equipment in the schools and departmental sites (i.e. main service entrance wiring and equipment, main distribution panels, sub‑panels, wiring and conduit, fixtures, control devices, etc.)
• Perform regularly scheduled preventive maintenance inspections/repairs for the electrical, mechanical and controls systems and equipment.
• Maintain an adequate stock of routine repair and preventive maintenance parts and equipment.
• Maintain (in good working condition) an adequate supply of hand tools, wrenches, safety equipment, power tools, testing equipment, etc.

Assist other mechanics and perform other routine duties as assigned by the maintenance director or superintendent.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Tommy , Zydor
• Maintenance
• Email: [e-mail]