Maintenance-HVAC Mechanic II-40 Hours Weekly-2 Positions available-Available 06/30/2025

Davidson County Schools; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Davidson County Schools is seeking an experienced HVAC Mechanic II for Lexington, NC. The role involves leading crews on preventive maintenance, installation and repair of HVAC systems, and coordinating with the Director of Maintenance.

The position requires a high school diploma with technical coursework, 3–5 years of related experience, and licenses including NC CDL, HVAC, and Refrigerant Handling. Applicants must work in varied environments and adhere to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with technical coursework; 3–5 years related experience.
• Valid North Carolina CDL driver’s license required; 12 months to obtain if not on hand.
• North Carolina heating and air conditioning license required.
• Refrigerant Handling Certificate required.
• Thorough knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and building trades; safety first.

Responsibilities

• Perform journey- and lead-level HVAC work including installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment and controls.
• Install and repair HVAC systems such as VAVs, heat pumps, air conditioners and related devices.
• Perform electrical repair and installation on thermostats and related components.
• Work safely and follow OSHA guidelines; lead crews on projects as needed.
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules and coordinate with supervisory staff.
• Duties may include related trades such as electrical, carpentry and plumbing.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Leadership / lead worker

Problem diagnosis

Education

High school diploma with technical coursework

Tools

Job description

Maintenance-HVAC Mechanic II-40 Hours Weekly-2 Positions available-Available 06/30/2025

Davidson County Schools Central Office - Lexington, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5261827

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Apr 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Maintenance-HVAC Mechanic II-Weekly-Available 06/26/2025

$3788.73 Monthly

Title: HVAC Mechanic II

Reports to: Director of Maintenance

Terms of Employment: 12 Months

Salary: Pay Grade -67

An employee in this class performs lead worker, journey-level mechanical work installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and performing preventative maintenance to heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) equipment, controls and devices. The employee works independently and directs subordinate helpers and crews during projects. The employee is expected to have advanced knowledge and experience in HVAC work, and serve as the department's subject matter expert in HVAC repair and installation projects. The employee is responsible for designing and maintaining a preventative maintenance schedule for equipment, and make suggestions regarding replacements. Duties may also include work in other trades areas such as building trades, electrical, carpentry, and plumbing fields. Work assignments are received through supervisory personnel and established work order processes, and completion of work is performed independently and with the expectation that a broad knowledge of the trade field is applied. Employees are subject to working in inside and outside environments, extreme temperatures, and hazards in the work including exposures to loud noises, vibrations, proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working in high places, exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and oils. Duties may expose employees to human body fluids and thus they are subject to the OSHA requirements on bloodborne pathogens. Workers are also subject to work in close quarters such as crawl spaces and small rooms. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed for lasting quality, effectiveness, appearance, and functionality through conference, inspection, and a review of records.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Works as a senior member or member of a crew to perform journey and advanced level HVAC work in the installation, repair, maintenance and troubleshooting of HVAC equipment, controls and devices.
• Installs, maintains and repairs HVAC equipment, controls and devices such as variable air volume units, heat-pumps, air conditioning units, air flow systems, refrigeration systems and related control devices
• Performs electrical repair and installation work on appliances, timing devices, electric heating units, exhaust systems, and thermostats.
• Isolates and corrects malfunctions in equipment a routine recurring nature; uses basic electronic and specialized diagnostic equipment.
• Disassembles, cleans, repairs, and reassembles HVAC equipment, controls and devices.
• Tests, maintains, and repairs all emergency and back-up equipment.
• Follows a predetermined schedule of preventive maintenance on equipment to check for proper operation.
• Performs manual labor tasks including material and equipment handling, maintaining shop area, stocking and organizing supplies and tools.
• Evaluates job requests, prioritizes requests, determines equipment, materials and labor requirements, completes assignments and installs as required.
• Performs work in other trades areas such as electrical, carpentry, plumbing andor building trades fields.
• Develops and maintains a working knowledge of existing and proposed school buildings and facilities.
• Provides lead worker functions for crew; organizing workflow, equipment and diagnosing difficult situations.
• Performs preventive maintenance monitoring and preventive repairs.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs other related work as required

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from high school supplemented by course work in technical or trade skills. 3 to 5 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession of valid North Carolina CDL driver’s license is required. If you do not have a valid North Carolina CDL driver’s license at the time of employment, you will have twelve months to obtain the North Carolina CDL driver’s license.
• Possession of a North Carolina heating and air conditioning license.
• Possession of an approved Refrigerate Handling Certificate
• Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in the HVAC and electrical trades.
• Thorough knowledge of safety regulations, occupational hazards and related safety precautions in the work.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and techniques of related building, plumbing, carpentry and mechanical trades.
• Skill in the use and care of assigned tools and equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair problems and plan and organize appropriate corrective action.
• Ability to direct the work of subordinate staff and crews.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to exercise independent initiative.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the general public.

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS

Must be able to physically perform the basic life functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, and hearing. Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently; and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must possess the visual acuity to operate equipment and distinguish details, read and interpret manuals and guidelines relating to HVAC equipment, use measuring and testing devices, assemble and fabricate parts, and prepare simple records.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted

as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

Updated 06/27/2019

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Maintenance

Contact Information

• Joe Tysinger
• Central Office
• Email: [e-mail]