HVAC Mechanic

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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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.

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 400 campus buildings with approximately 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, and Life Safety Services.

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.

This recruitment is for six (6) Facility Maint Tech - MechTrd - Journey positions (00009891, 00020269, 00056426, 00061825, 20051812, 00053517) . By applying, you will be considered for all six (6) positions.

A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $4,668 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE:
$2,334 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $2,334 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.

Operates and performs preventive/predictive/condition-based maintenance and repairs on commercial/industrial building mechanical and associated electrical systems. Tasks include troubleshooting motor controls and starters, maintaining vacuum and hydronic pumps, repairing oilless air compressors, resolving condensate and other leaks, diagnosing and replacing single and three phase motors, performing laser alignment for couplings and sheaves, properly tensioning synchronous drive belts, cleaning coils and air handlers, maintaining and replacing bearings and fan wheels, analyzing vibration in rotating machinery, and measuring and adjusting laboratory fume hood airflows. Additional responsibilities include mentoring other staff.

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

Requires skills in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and rebuilding for air handlers, exhaust fans (general and fume hood,) hot water pumps, air compressors, fan coil units, vacuum pumps, motor controls and electrical safety devices. Also requires the ability to diagnose complex system-wide issues affecting critical research, health care, teaching, and public service operations; and safely clean coils and air handlers (including mold and algae,) modify fan speeds, replace belts and bearings, align couplings, and diagnose motor and starter problems with minimal down time. Knowledge of air conditioning, refrigeration, steam, chilled water, lubricants, compressed air, vacuum systems, single and three phase electrical power, air handling and distribution, fluid flow, heat transfer, sound and vibration, thermal comfort, indoor environmental health, air contaminants and odors, energy use, and duct and pipe design and sizing, is required.

Ability to serve as a mandatory employee and report to work in support of essential (mandatory) University operations, even when adverse weather or other emergency conditions may require the University to close.

May require working in active BSL3 labs, which requires a baseline blood draw, a physical, and vaccines as well as annual medical certification, respirator fit testing, and training. Entry into such labs requires escort from the Environment, Health, & Safety Department, respirator use, safety attire, and possibly shower in/out.

Requires working in health care facilities, which requires vaccines, tuberculosis testing, and overall medical certification.

Also requires periodically serving on-call duty including nights, weekends, and holidays. While on call, position will be responsible for emergency response for all Auxiliary and Refrigeration shop equipment.

A valid North Carolina Drivers License is required. Must have EPA universal refrigerant certification or ability to obtain with one year of starting the position.

Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical diagrams; demonstrated experience in a commercial or industrial environment performing mechanical and HVAC equipment maintenance and repair (air handlers, exhaust fans, air compressors, etc.).

Ability to find improved and more efficient ways to accomplish work tasks, willingness to perform any duty assigned, and a desire to develop skills and abilities by learning from other technicians.

EPA universal refrigerant certification or ability to obtain with one year of starting the position.

Ability to climb ladders; move objects weighing at least 50 lbs; wear a respirator and other required Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE) such as safety shoes, eye protection, a Tyvek suit, gloves, mask, goggles, and arc flash safety gear.

Not Applicable.

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 without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system.

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 .

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.