Maintenance Specialist (HVAC)

Alamance County Government; Greensboro, Winston-Salem, High Point (NC, NC, NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamance County Government is seeking a Maintenance Specialist (HVAC) to maintain and repair electrical, mechanical, and building systems in a Greensboro, NC setting. The role emphasizes HVAC and plumbing, with supervision of staff as needed.

Work is reviewed by the Maintenance Supervisor and Facilities Management Director based on work orders and equipment condition. The position requires on-call coverage roughly one week per month, with typical hours 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 4 years of commercial/industrial HVAC maintenance experience.
• EPA Section 608 Certification preferred.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license and safe driving history.
• Computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain varied HVAC systems.
• Perform general and preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Calibrate thermostats and system controls.
• Respond to on-call rotations for emergencies.
• Assist with purchasing and inventory of HVAC supplies.
• Ensure compliance with established standards.
• Support lifecycle assessment of HVAC systems.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical skills

On-call readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EPA Section 608 Certification

North Carolina Driver's License

Job description

The Maintenance Specialist (HVAC) performs skilled work involving the maintenance and repair of electrical, mechanical, and building systems. This position requires knowledge across multiple building trade skills, with a focus on heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and plumbing systems. Work may include independent task performance as well as supervision of semi-skilled, unskilled, or skilled employees. The role is evaluated by the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Facilities Management Director based on work order completion and equipment condition.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

On-Call Duties:

Requires participation in a team on-call rotation for evening and weekend emergency coverage, typically averaging one week per month.

Hours:

The regular work hours are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, five days a week (Monday through Friday). Night and weekend work may be required in the event of maintenance needs.

Compensation:

The starting salary will be dependent upon experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities:

• Installs and maintains varied heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• Performs general and preventative maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Ensure that all installations are done in accordance with set standards.
• Make sure calibration of thermostats and other system controls are accurately set.
• Performs checks on motors and belts.
• Change filters and replace worn out parts.
• Repairs motors and services to hot water boilers.
• Maintains consistent chemical compositions in equipment.
• Assists in ordering supplies or equipment needed for HVAC maintenance or installation as needed.
• Ensures availability of all necessary items for HVAC related projects.
• Responds to emergency situations on a timely basis.
• Assists with inventory and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Assists in determining condition & lifecycle of HVAC systems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience: High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED), and four (4) years of experience in commercial/industrial HVAC maintenance; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications: EPA Section 608 Certification is preferred. Must have a valid North Carolina Driver's License and maintain a safe driving history as defined by Alamance County Vehicle Use Policy.

Computer Skills: Having functional knowledge of computers is preferred.