HVAC Technician 1

October 11, 2024

University of North Carolina at Charlotte


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 010025
NC Salary Grade Equivalency GN05
Classification Title FM Tech Mechanical Trades – Contributing
Working Title HVAC Technician 1
Salary Range $33,390 – $40,810
Anticipate Hiring Range $33,390 – $39,000
FLSA Status Non Exempt
Division Business Affairs
Department Facilities Management (Adm)
Work Unit FM HVAC Shop
Work Schedule 8:00 am – 4:30 pm; Monday – Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours
required, as necessary.
Mandatory Position
This position is designated as ‘mandatory’ and, when contacted to report to work, its incumbent is expected to reach the building as expeditiously as possible using normal precautions as dictated by the adverse weather conditions.
Primary Purpose of Position The Facility Maintenance (FM) Technician Mechanical Trades position at the Contributing level is established to provide assistance to Journey level Facility Maintenance Technicians and Supervisors and to work toward independence in carrying out assigned work orders and project assignments. The position may be supported at the semiskilled level and functions well in general maintenance. The incumbent will continue to build skills in this area toward the Journey level but may also be given the opportunity to learn other trade skills from higher-level FM Technicians. This position may be used as an Apprentice.
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. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position’s role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Essential Job Duties The FM Tech Mechanical Trades performs under the direction of the HVAC
Shop Supervisor.
Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Performing routine maintenance of HVAC systems to ensure that building systems are operating efficiently.
  • Assist in diagnosing mechanical problems and determine how to correct them by checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.
  • Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
Other Work Responsibilities
  • Act as a contributing worker and provide assistance to other facility maintenance technicians such as HVAC and Utility Plant Operations.
  • Work with supervision or instruction, and complete work with competence and professionalism in compliance with generally accepted trade practices.
  • Communicate effectively with customers, and managers, and provide high-quality customer service based on University policy and procedures.
  • Record daily activities in an order tracking system (Archibus).
  • Perform other duties as assigned and/or delegated to support all operations.
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
  • High school diploma or GED equivalency.
  • Basic knowledge of mechanical aptitude.
  • Ability to effectively communicate the English language (reading, writing, interpretation, and comprehension) required.
  • Effective skills in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.
  • Computer literate.
  • Ability to effectively work/interact with persons from different backgrounds and cultures.
  • Ability to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork.
  • Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications
  • Valid driver’s license required. The Maintenance Operations positions require the operation of assigned vehicles on and/or off campus and are required to possess, maintain, or obtain a valid driver’s license upon appointment to the position.
  • 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 – HVAC Shop
Posting date 10/15/2022
Closing date 11/14/2022
Proposed Hire Date 11/28/2022
Contact Information
Special Notes to Applicants UNC Charlotte 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.
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* 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.
This posting will be for three positions: #010025; #010075; #010529

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