HVAC Mechanic - Dan River Prison Work Farm

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - OPS - Institutions Operations Job Classification Title HVAC Mechanic I (S) Position Number 60061751 Grade NC08 About Us The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who super­vise sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters. Description of Work Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the vacancy announcement should be used as management preferences and be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants. This position is HVAC Mechanic I located at the Dan River Prison Work Farm in Blanch, NC. This facility houses approximately 640 minimum, male offenders. Reporting to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor, the HVAC Mechanic I will perform tasks of installation, operation, preventive maintenance and repair of three facilities’ heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment. May also entail troubleshooting and testing of electrical, digital, and pneumatic controls. Primarily performs preventive maintenance actions as required on HVAC and refrigeration equipment, ice machines, water coolers, water pumps, and air compressors. Instruct lower‑level assistants and offenders in performing technical repairs. Will work with minimum‑custody offenders and have frequent contact with offenders. The individual in this position must be available on a rotating basis for emergency call back. Individual should have some knowledge in the use of a personal computer. Additional duties as assigned. Management Preferences Documented experience in HVAC (Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning) Systems. Documented knowledge in reading blueprints, schematic and wiring diagrams. Salary Range $39,244.00 - $68,679.00 Location Dan River Prison Work Farm in Blanch, NC. The facility sits on a 187.5‑acre site in the north‑central area of Caswell County and houses felon and misdemeanant minimum custody adult male offenders. Work assignments include food service, maintenance, janitorial and other institutional jobs. Other assignments include maintenance work at Caswell Correctional Center and the offender construction program. Work Schedule This is a full‑time position (40 hours per week). The selected candidate will work Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. Hours may vary at times depending on the business needs of the facility. Compensation and Benefits The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NC Flex program. Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Minimum Education and Experience High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of progressive experience in the installation, maintenance or repair of air conditioning chillers, air handling, chilled water distribution and control systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Qualifications Current certification by the Environmental Protection Agency as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations part 82, subpart F. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter and Contact Recruiter: Ingrid Watson Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr AgHires