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HVAC Technician 3

University of North Carolina Charlotte
$50,751 - $63,439
life insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Nov 20, 2024
HVAC Technician 3
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
UNC Charlotte offers a variety of benefits which include, but are not limited to:
* Health and Life Insurance
* Retirement Programs
* Vacation Leave
* Sick Leave
* Community Service Leave
* Paid Parental Leave
* 12 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
* Professional Development Opportunities
* Tuition Waiver Program
* University Recreation Membership Discount
To learn more about our Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits
The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.
Please upload reference information including names, position titles and company/institutions, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least two current/previous supervisors.
* The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application.
* Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers (see the job duties section of previous employment).
* Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.
* These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.
Position Information
General Information


Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Employment Type Permanent - Full-time
If time-limited, note appointment end date
Hours per week 40
Months per year 12
Position Number 010850
NC Salary Grade Equivalency GN10
Classification Title Facilities Maintenance Technician Mechanical Trades - Advanced
Working Title HVAC Technician 3
Salary Range $50,751 - $63,439
Anticipate Hiring Range $57,765 - $62,142
FLSA Status Non Exempt
Division Business Affairs
Department Facilities Management (Adm)
Work Unit FM Maintenance Operations
Work Schedule
8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Monday - Friday with 'on-call' designation.

This position is designated as 'mandatory' and, when contacted to report to work, its incumbent is expected to reach the campus as expeditiously as possible using normal precautions as dictated by the adverse weather conditions.
Primary Purpose of Position
Provide general repair to residential, Heat Pump, Mini Split units, and commercial HVAC systems (ranging from 150 -350 ton Chillers) with the associated cooling towers. Repairs to include general repair, belt replacement, hot water systems, and ice machine repair. Respond to repairs from the general work order system for a dispersed work site. The HVAC work orders account for approximately 1000 calls for service per year. HVAC Services responds to hot/cold calls, system malfunctions, software issues, and commercial and residential service calls. Performs preventative maintenance inspections and procedures for commercial and residential systems. These inspections are to provide feedback to supervisors and result in the safest and cleanest environments possible for the student and guest populations. Where applicable, assess any charges for damages to students and guest populations found on these inspections. Performs a leadership role for the Housing Shop's HVAC team. Shares in the responsibility for compliance with University Safety, State, EPA, and OSHA requirements as related to the HVAC function. Is mandatory for personnel with on-call responsibility.
Minimum Education/Experience
Required Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

University Preferred Qualifications:


Graduation from high school or equivalent and four years experience. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Essential Job Duties

  • Provide general repair to residential and commercial HVAC systems.
  • Repairs include general repair, belt replacement, hot water systems, and ice machine repair.
  • Respond to repairs from the general work order system for a dispersed work site.
  • The Housing Shop HVAC work orders account for approximately 1000 calls for service per year.

  • HVAC Services responds to hot/cold calls, system malfunctions, software issues, and commercial and residential service calls.
  • Performs preventative maintenance inspections and procedures for commercial and residential systems. These inspections are to provide feedback to supervisors and result in the safest and cleanest environments possible for the student and guest populations. Where applicable, assesses any charges for damages to students and guest populations found on these inspections.
  • Performs a leadership role for the Housing Shop's HVAC shop.
  • Department responsibility for compliance with University Safety, State, EPA and OSHA requirements as related to the HVAC functions.

Other Work Responsibilities

  • Function as a lead worker, and be called upon to provide technical assistance and mentor other facility maintenance technicians as required.
  • Demonstrate a solid knowledge of fire, building, electrical, and mechanical codes to maintain compliance with State, Federal, and University regulations and standards.
  • Work with minimal supervision or instruction to complete work with a high level of competence and professionalism in compliance with generally accepted trade practices.
  • Record daily activities into an order tracking system (Archibus) using a tablet.
  • Perform other duties as assigned and/or delegated to support all operations.

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

  • Graduation from a 2-year technical college or equivalent and four years experience. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • Proven ability to diagnose and repair HVAC systems, including belts, hot water systems, and ice machines in residential and commercial settings.
  • Previous experience on a University Campus. (Preferred)
  • Experience handling a high volume of work orders using order tracking software (e.g., Archibus) and a tablet for recording daily activities and work orders along with Google products, and Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to effectively communicate the English language (reading, writing, interpretation, and comprehension).
  • Proven experience as a lead worker with the ability to provide technical guidance and mentorship to facility maintenance technicians.
  • Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned to support the full range of campus housing operations.
  • Skilled in conducting safety-focused preventative maintenance inspections and assessing damages for charges where needed.
  • Ability to lead, provide technical assistance, and mentor other HVAC technicians in the team.
  • Knowledge of relevant building, fire, electrical, and mechanical codes and ability to ensure work meets university, state, federal, EPA, and OSHA standards.
  • Strong ability to work independently, professionally, and in line with standard trade practices.
  • Ability to work/interact with persons from different backgrounds.
  • Ability to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork with co-workers, visitors, building occupants, and the entire campus community.
  • The selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Necessary Licenses or Certifications

  • Valid Driver's License.

  • EPA 608 Universal Certification


Positions may be required to possess and maintain required certification, licensure, educational level, and/or experience criteria as applicable to the tasks being performed and follow applicable building codes.
Work Location FM Building
Posting date 11/04/2024
Closing date 12/05/2024
Proposed Hire Date 12/16/2024
Contact Information
Special Notes to Applicants
UNC Charlotte offers a variety of benefits which include, but are not limited to:
* Health and Life Insurance
* Retirement Programs
* Vacation Leave
* Sick Leave
* Community Service Leave
* Paid Parental Leave
* 12 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
* Professional Development Opportunities
* Tuition Waiver Program
* University Recreation Membership Discount
To learn more about our Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits
The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.
Please upload reference information including names, position titles and company/institutions, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least two current/previous supervisors.
* The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application.
* Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers (see the job duties section of previous employment).
* Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.
* These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).




  1. Where did you learn about this posting?

    (Open Ended Question)


  2. *
    How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

    • UNC Charlotte Website
    • HERC Job Board
    • Inside Higher Education
    • Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
    • Another Website
    • Agency Referral
    • Advertisement/Publication
    • Personal Referral
    • Other


  3. *
    Do you have a valid driver's license?

    • No
    • Yes


  4. *
    Do You have your EPA 608 Certification?

    • Yes
    • No
    • In Process



  5. Do you have any professional experience installing, servicing, repairing or maintaining HVAC systems?

    • No
    • Yes




Applicant Documents
Required Documents


Optional Documents

  1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
  3. Contact Information for References

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