Posting Details

Classification Information

Position/Classification Title
Facility Maint Tech - Mech Trades

Classification Type
SHRA

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies:
A - All Emergency and Pandemic On SIte

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.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Associate's Degree in Air Conditioning, Heating and Cooling or completion of trade school course of study in industrial/commercial HVAC equipment, controls and operations.
Proficient in PC operations, air compressors, steam/hot water central valves and pneumatic controls and control systems or six (6) years of progressive experience in industrial/commercial HVAC activities.

Required License or Certification

CFC certification - TYPE I, II, III

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

HVAC Technician troubleshoots, calibrates, repairs, maintains and operates the DDC BAS (Direct Digital Control Building Automation System), pneumatic and electro-pneumatic systems, central HVAC equipment including pumps, chillers, condensers, air handling units and miscellaneous control elements.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Office of Facilities is responsible for providing services relative to building and grounds maintenance, utilities, transportation, trash removal, central receiving, recycling, disposition of surplus property and moving and hauling. In addition, Facilities has expanding responsibilities that includes providing support services for the instruction and research programs to achieve the University's mission, goals and objectives. Maintains and improves and expands all campus buildings, campus image and education opportunities for all people. More specifically, the functions involve energy conservation, building renovation/repair, occupational safety and health, landscape design, event planning, vehicle and equipment maintenance/repair, motor pool and housekeeping services to 40 academic buildings, 14 residence halls and 19 farm buildings (15 research and 21 support facilities). Moreover, the Skilled Trades Department is responsible for operation, repair, maintenance and preventive maintenance of campus facilities. The HVAC Shop troubleshoots, calibrates, repairs, maintains and operates the DDC BAS (Building Automation Systems), pneumatic and electro-pneumatic systems, central HVAC equipment including pumps, chillers, condensers, AHU's and miscellaneous control elements.

Work Hours
7am - 4 pm Mon-Fri; required to rotate working on-call, respond to call backs, and report during adverse weather and other emergencies

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Key Responsibilities and Related Competencies

Required Competency
Knowledge - Technical (Mechanical)

Duties

Diagnoses and troubleshoots problems with HVAC equipment and DDC BAS systems and recommends repairs; identifies equipment and/or systems repair and/or replacement needs.
Repairs or replaces defective equipment, components, or wiring on HVAC equipment.
Carries out preventative maintenance tasks and inspections on HVAC equipment.
Coordinates with assigned foreman and/or other trades for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently.
Fabricates equipment parts for the purpose of meeting specialty needs and/or replacing unavailable parts.
Informs personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and/or complying with building and safety regulations.
Inspects HVAC systems and their components (e.g. heating units, building exhaust fans, ventilation units, etc.) for the purpose of evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs and recommending preventive maintenance.
Installs heating and air conditioning equipment and systems for the purpose of providing enhanced and/or upgraded capabilities.
Operates, maintains and repairs DDC BAS and mechanical systems.
Operates, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and adjusts various components and sub-systems of overall HVAC systems including but not limited to electric/electronic speed controllers, pneumatic sensors, electric/pneumatic valves, motors, humidistats, thermostats, electronic/pneumatic amplifiers, air handlers, and VAV boxes etc.
Maintains, troubleshoots and repairs reciprocating and centrifugal chillers, chilled water pumps associated controls, motors air handling devices/equipment.
Operates, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs vapor compression chillers, gas fired boiler, chilled and hot water pumps associated with controls.

Required Competency
Safety and Health Compliance

Duties

Performs tasks and duties safely to avoid danger to self and other; identifies and informs supervisors of potential safety problems.
Uses appropriate protective equipment.

Follow lockout/tag out procedures for personal as well as safety of others

Required Competency
Problem Solving

Duties

Identifies facilities-related maintenance problems that require in depth analysis and identifies options for solving the problems.
Solves unusual facility maintenance problems that requires the application of journey level trades knowledge and determines the most effective and efficient course of action.

Required Competency
Client/Customer Service

Duties

Promptly and attentively responds to customer requests within established parameters and time frames.
Performs work in the last disruptive manner possible to customers.
Demonstrates courteous actions and follows the organizations established protocol.

Required Competency
Coordination - Work

Duties

Determines project/assignment by breaking them down into tasks.
Understands objectives and prioritizes related to activities and tasks in order to follow plans and scheduled projects.
Recognizes and obtains required equipment, materials, and tools that are needed to do the job.

Required Competency
Attention to Detail

Duties

Follows instructions through standard work orders for assigned tasks.
Performs routine or repetitious tasks completely and accurately.
Checks work for mistakes before completion of tasks.
Uses appropriate recordkeeping methods.

Required Competency
Communication

Duties

Clarifies the purpose and importance of directives, instructions, and messages; presents information in a clear and concise manner.
Seeks input, listens, and checks for mutual understanding; asks for and provides clarification as needed.

Position Information

Working Title
HVAC Technician

Competency Level
Advanced

Position Number
004225

Recruitment Range
$50,753 - 56,395

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Appointment Type
Permanent - Full-time

FTE

If Time Limited, Appointment Length

Organizational Division
Asst VC Bus & Fin/Facilities

Organizational Location
VC for Business & Finance

Organizational Unit
HVAC

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
SHRA2571

Open Date
04/12/2024

Close Date
04/26/2024

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more:

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
Community Service Leave
Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC - Health Benefits
NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
12 Paid Holidays
Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Campus Recreation Center Discount
University Bookstore Discount

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

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