HVAC Technician

Iredell-County,-Nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Iredell County Department is seeking a skilled HVAC technician to install, inspect, repair and maintain heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems across county facilities. The role includes preventive maintenance, basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks, and coordination with external contractors.

A valid NC driver’s license and safety-conscious approach are required. The position involves on-call rotations and the ability to work on various building systems, with emphasis on

Qualifications

• High School diploma required with 5 years in construction trades or building maintenance focusing on HVAC systems.
• Able to estimate maintenance/repair costs and prepare specifications for new equipment purchases.

Responsibilities

• Install, monitor, service, and repair HVAC systems in county facilities (air handlers, boilers, heat pumps, etc.).
• Perform preventive maintenance on heating and cooling equipment and related electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks.
• Service and repair ice machines, refrigerators, freezers; coordinate with external HVAC contractors.
• Prepare clear reports on maintenance operations and work orders; maintain safety practices and readiness for 24-hour on-call shifts.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Electrical work

Plumbing basics

Carpentry basics

Cost estimation & specs

Report writing

24/7 readiness

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE:

Under limited supervision, performs semi-skilled and skilled work in the maintenance and repair of County buildings and facilities, with particular emphasis on heat, ventilation and air conditioning systems installation and repair. Work involves performing preventive maintenance on all heat and air units, and installing and maintaining new units; and performing or assisting work in such building trades as electrical, plumbing, and/or carpentry. This position is responsible for performing a variety of equipment maintenance tasks for the Department. Employee reports to the Facility Maintenance Field Supervisor

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assumes primary responsibility for installing, monitoring, servicing, and repairing of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems in County buildings and facilities, including air handler units, chillers, air conditioning units, boilers, furnaces, heat pumps, hot water pumps, ventilation equipment etc.; calibrates electronic and pneumatic controls; checks thermostats, changes belts, bearings, motors, filters, air dryers, and compressors; cleans coils; implements and schedules maintenance on heating and cooling equipment; performs electrical work as required, including pulling new wires, rewiring heating and air conditioning systems and thermostat locations. Services, repairs, and maintains ice machines, commercial/residential refrigerators, freezers, etc. Orders and purchases supplies and materials as required by jobs. Works with outside HVAC contractors to facilitate repairs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Has thorough knowledge of the operating principles and maintenance requirements of county property.

Has thorough knowledge of the physical layout of County facilities.

Has thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards of building trades work and the associated safety precautions.

Has considerable knowledge of the practices, procedures, materials and equipment used in HVAC division.

Has considerable knowledge of the current literature, trends, and developments in the HVAC field. Is skilled in the use of a variety of hand and power tools necessary to perform mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and allied building repairs and maintenance work.

Is able to estimate maintenance and repair costs and to prepare specifications for new purchases of equipment and supplies within the HVAC trade.

Is able to prepare clear, concise, and detailed reports on maintenance operations and work orders.

Is able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Is able to maintain readiness to work on a 24-hour, call-in basis.

Is able to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs essential HVAC related work and assist with plumbing, carpentry, and electrical tasks, as assigned.

Performs other related work as required including yard maintenance, storm clean up including the removal of snow and other tasks as needed to assist the department in completing assigned duties.

Performs Road Sign maintenance, as needed

Participates in On-Call (after-hours) rotation, which involves reporting to any emergency calls needed after normal operating hours and weekends, as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE “REQUIREMENTS”:

Graduation from High School and five (5) years of experience in construction trades or building maintenance work, with emphasis on heat, ventilation and air conditioning systems work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

ADDITIONAL “REQUIREMENTS”:

Possession of a valid NC Driver’s License.

Possession of Refrigerant Transition & Recovery Certification required.

Possession of a North Carolina HVAC Contractor’s License is preferred OR must be obtained within one year of employment.

“PREFERRED” QUALIFICATIONS:

NONE