HVAC Mechanic

As the largest department within the Facilities Division, Facilities Operations services the University's 10 million square feet of teaching, research and administrative space and 2,440 acres of Ground and Transportation infrastructure.

Using 803 budgeted positions and an annual budget of $57,000,000, Facilities Operations provides maintenance, custodial, landscape, solid waste removal, utility, mail, and motor pool services for most of the University.

Essential Job Duties This is a highly skilled worker with proficiency in the maintenance, repair and operation of heating, cooling, steam/hot water boilers and boiler auxiliary equipment (generally falling under the heading of (HVAC), electrical, plumbing and general building maintenance within the maintenance service zone.

This position will maintain, repair, and install plumbing systems and associated equipment/fixtures; i.e., cut thread, assemble and install pipe; connect valves, caulk joints, test jobs: install gas, water and sanitary fixtures/equipment with their supports, hangers and foundations.

Journey level work up to 600 vac in the construction, installation, maintenance and repair of secondary electrical systems, equipment and fixtures; i.e., conduit wire, electrical panels, breakers, switch gear, magnetic starters disconnects, motors, light fixtures, ballast, switches, receptacles control system faults and correct, repair/adjust; replace temperature controls, regulators, humidity controllers and sensors; repair/adjust/replace pneumatic control valves and regulators; preventative maintenance on refrigeration/air conditioning equipment per manufacturer's instructions.

This position will also diagnose/troubleshoot and repair boilers, fan turbines, pumps, condensate receivers, steam lines, expansion joints, strainers, pressure reducing stations; piping, insulation air compressors, water softeners and other equipment for generating/controlling steam which requires pipe fitting and other skills.

Other Responsibilities This position has designated as Essential Personnel for the University and may be required to report to work during adverse weather conditions even though the University may be operating on an alternate schedule.

This position may assist with snow and ice removal under the direction of a supervisor.

Qualifications Minimum Experience/Education High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Some positions may require special licenses or certification(s). Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Other Required Qualifications * Demonstrate through work, a depth of knowledge and skills for pneumatic controls, as well as DOC type of controls * Must be able to communicate effectively verbally with supervisors and the general public and understand verbal and written instructions and other communications regarding work assignments and other matters.

* Diagnose/troubleshoot/repair boilers, fan turbines, pumps, condensate receivers, steam lines, expansion joints, strainers, pressure reducing stations; piping, insulation air compressors.

water softeners and other equipment for generating/controlling steam which requires pipe fitting and other skills.

* Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds frequently and up to 90 pounds occasionally.

Preferred Qualifications * CFC Universal Certification.

Required License or Certification * Valid Driver's License required.

* Valid NC Driver's License required within 60 days of hire.

Valid NC Driver's License required Yes Commercial Driver's License Required?

No