Maintenance Mechanic/Filter Technician

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligibility

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic/Filter Technician for the HVAC Auxiliary Shop. The role focuses on maintaining filters, planning monthly and daily needs, and supporting campus HVAC operations.

This permanent SHRA position requires a valid NC driver's license and commitment to safety and service excellence. The successful candidate will handle preventive maintenance, document activities per university requirements, and assist higher-level mechanics as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; experience in the trade areas may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Filter maintenance and inventory management for HVAC systems.
• Operate a box truck in campus areas and manage the filter warehouse.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks and assist more senior technicians with complex issues.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department:

Bldg Svcs-HVAC-Aux Equip-245101

Career Area:

Facilities and Skilled Trades

Is this an internal only recruitment?:

No

Posting Open Date :

10/23/2026

Application Deadline:

11/05/2026

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title:

Facility Maint Tech - Bldg Trd - Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent:

NC06 / GN06

Working Title:

Maintenance Mechanic/Filter Technician

Position Number:

00030814

Vacancy ID:

P021500

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited:

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Work Location:

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$42,935 - $57,922

Pay Band Information:

To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

Notice to Applicants:

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world‑class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC‑Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

Building Services provide full maintenance and repair services for all UNC facilities and ensure the proper operation of those facilities in support of the UNC mission of teaching, research and public service. Building Services supports more than 300 campus buildings with more than 18 million gross square feet of space. The teams that provide quality maintenance, repair and construction services that support the teaching, research, and public service mission of the University include Campus Maintenance, EMCS, Facilities Operations Support, Housing Support, HVAC Systems, Life Safety Services, and the Office of Waste Reduction and Recycling.

The HVAC Auxiliary Shop is a unit of Building Services that operates, maintains, and improves pumps, fans, compressors, motors, air filtration systems, fume hoods, and air handling systems. These diverse systems serve a variety of facilities including classrooms, auditoriums, offices, kitchen/dining areas, parking decks, arenas/athletic venues, laboratories, clinics, surgery suites, clean rooms, data centers, museums/repositories, residence halls, and vivariums. These customers depend on the Auxiliary shop to provide safe, reliable, comfortable, and efficient HVAC operations to achieve UNC’s many missions.

Position Summary:

A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $4,081 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE: $2,040.50 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $2,040.50 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.

Changes filters for a broad range of HVAC systems, which includes operating a box truck in congested areas of campus, maintaining the filter warehouse, planning monthly and daily filter needs, and properly handling a high volume of both clean and dirty filters. Other responsibilities include taking the lead in modifying established schedules as environmental conditions (e.g., pollen, construction dust) and other issues arise, documenting all activities per university requirements, performing preventive maintenance (PM) checks (e.g., adjust drive belt tension) and cleaning HVAC equipment such as air handlers, exhaust fans, pumps, and air compressors; and performing troubleshooting and making repairs to HVAC equipment, and assisting higher level mechanics and technicians with complex issues.

In performing these duties it is critical the position demonstrates Facilities Services’ TOP SERVICES values of Teamwork, Openness, Professionalism, Stewardship, Excellence, Responsiveness, Versatility, Innovation, Competence, and Efficiency. Position must also contribute to the UNC safety culture and consider safety first always.

* Must possess a valid NC Driver’s License or have the ability to obtain one prior to hire date.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Management Preferences:

• 1. Knowledge of air conditioning, refrigeration, steam, chilled water heat transfer systems.
• 2. Skills in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of air handlers and/or mechanical and electrical equipment.
• 3. Planning and organization skills to ensure that the proper filter sizes and types are available within the shortest lead time possible
• 4. Ability to understand the many types of air filters, HVAC systems, and end users and differing scheduling, coordination, documentation, and planning requirements associated with each.
• 5. Ability to practice excellent communication (both internal and external) and customer service skills.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

Must possess a valid NC Driver’s License or have the ability to obtain one prior to hire date.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements :

Ability to climb ladders and stairs, or use a lift to access equipment; ability to move objects weighing at least 50 lbs; wear a respirator, safety shoes, and other personal protective equipment; and ability to lift, bend, squat, and twist while working in small spaces with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Ability to do extensive walking to transport materials to/from the vehicle driven, to the actual work location with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Ability to serve as a mandatory employee and report to work in support of mandatory University operations, even when adverse weather or other emergency conditions, including but not limited to a public health emergency, require the University to close.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements:

• Evening work occasionally
• Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens
• Exposure to Hazardous Materials
• Night work occasionally
• Non-Healthcare TB exposure
• Overtime occasionally
• Respirator, general use
• Valid NC Driver’s License
• Weekend work occasionally

Special Instructions:

**ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS**

The selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:

To be eligible for a Sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including but not limited to the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system in a position subject to the State Human Resources Act.

A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).

This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy.