Lead HVAC Air-Side Technician for Critical Facilities

The University of North Carolina; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is seeking a skilled HVAC technician to support the FM HVAC Shop. The role focuses on maintaining air-side systems, troubleshooting, and ensuring operational readiness for critical facilities on campus.

Responsibilities include mentoring junior staff, responding to after-hours calls, coordinating with contractors, and performing repairs to campus HVAC infrastructure. A high school diploma and hands-on HVAC experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required with 2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair HVAC air side systems including air supply, return, and exhaust equipment.
• Identify problems with HVAC systems using computerized Building automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and lead junior technicians in the HVAC shop.
• Respond to after-hours trouble calls for problems relating to critical facilities as required.
• Work with contractors and maintenance personnel to perform repairs and improvements to existing campus HVAC systems.
• Perform work independently or in teams to accomplish daily tasks.
• Lift a minimum of 25 pounds and climb ladders as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor to support the work unit.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Google Chrome

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is seeking a skilled HVAC technician to support the FM HVAC Shop. The role focuses on maintaining air-side systems, troubleshooting, and ensuring operational readiness for critical facilities on campus.

Responsibilities include mentoring junior staff, responding to after-hours calls, coordinating with contractors, and performing repairs to campus HVAC infrastructure. A high school diploma and hands-on HVAC experience are required.