Maintenance Specialist (HVAC)

Alamance County Government; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamance County Government seeks a Maintenance Specialist (HVAC) to maintain and repair HVAC, electrical and building systems across county facilities. The role involves independent work and supervising semi-skilled staff, under the Maintenance Supervisor or Facilities Management Director.

On-call rotations are required for evening and weekend emergencies; regular hours are 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday through Friday with occasional night work. EPA 608 preferred and NC Driver's license required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; four years of experience in commercial/industrial HVAC maintenance.
• 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.

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.
• Repairs motors and services to hot water boilers.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

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.

Competency Statements

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Concentration, Ability to concentrate on tasks through many distractions.
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful, maintain high level of confidentiality and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Judgment Ability to use good judgment and discretion as it relates to interpreting policies and procedures.
• Multitasker Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Safety-Minded Creating a safe work environment; managing risks; reducing exposure liabilities.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines

Physical Demands

• N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
• O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day)
• F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)
• C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)

Physical Demands

• Stand F
• Walk F
• Sit O
• Manually Manipulate F
• Reach Outward F
• Reach Above Shoulder F
• Climb O
• Crawl O
• Squat or Kneel O
• Bend F
• Talk/Hear C
• See C
• Taste/Smell O

Lift/Carry

• 10 lbs. or less F
• 11-20 lbs. F
• 21-50 lbs. F
• 51-100 lbs. O
• Over 100 lbs. O

Push/Pull

• 12 lbs. or less F
• 13-25 lbs. F
• 6-40 lbs. F
• 41-100 lbs. O

Other Physical Requirements

Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral)

Work Environment

Maintenance Garage, Office Environment, Warehouse Environments and Outdoor Environments