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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 009478 NC Salary Grade Equivalency NC10 Classification Title FM Tech Mechanical Trades - Journey Working Title HVAC Technician 2 Salary Range $42,011 - $57,765 Anticipate Hiring Range $42,011 - $52,514 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
This is a Facility Maintenance Technician (Mechanical Trades) at the Journey level. The position is considered to be fully functioning in the HVAC trade area. Additionally, this position is expected to be able to perform hydronic piping repair and replacement of control valves in systems with copper and steel pipe. Tasks may include maintenance, repair, placement, fabrication, installation, alteration, construction, and design of facility components in the HVAC Shop.
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.
Note: Some state job postings state you can qualify by an 'equivalent combination of education and experience.' If that language appears above, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.
Essential Job Duties
The FM Tech Mechanical Trades performs under the direction of the Facilities Management HVAC Shop Supervisor.
Duties include:
- Responsible for performing routine maintenance of HVAC equipment to ensure that equipment continues to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and/or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
- Use electrical test devices to troubleshoot and repair primary and control circuits..
- Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them by checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.
- Use standard HVAC tools. This includes precision measuring instruments, electrical devices, and electronic testing devices.
- Using knowledge and skill with Building Automation Systems (BAS) to complete tasks as needed.
- The ability to look up and order parts.
- E.P.A. 608 Refrigerant certification universal
- Valid driver's license. The selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the position's essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Other Work Responsibilities
- Work with minimal supervision or instruction and complete work with high competence and professionalism in compliance with generally accepted trade practices.
- Communicate effectively with customers and managers to provide high-quality customer service based on university policy and procedures.
- Record daily activities using a tablet in the work order tracking system (Archibus).
- Perform other duties as assigned and delegated, dependent on HVAC Shop needs.
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
- Professional HVAC experience, including experience with HVAC controls for Building Automation Systems experience
- Basic electrical and plumbing knowledge.
- Ability to effectively communicate the English language (reading, writing, interpretation, and comprehension) and to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork.
- Effective skills in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.
- Computer literacy required. Knowledge and skill with Google Systems, and willingness to learn new programs.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications
Valid driver's license needed for the position
EPA 608 Universal certification is needed for 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 06/01/2026 Closing date 06/30/2026 Proposed Hire Date 07/20/2026 Contact Information Special Notes to Applicants
- The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
- The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
- Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
- Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
- UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
UNC Charlotte Website
HERC Job Board
Inside Higher Education
Mitratech Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
Another Website
Agency Referral
Advertisement/Publication
Personal Referral
Other
Where did you learn about this posting?
(Open Ended Question)
- Do you have a high school diploma or GED? Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Yes
No
- Do you have professional mechanical trades and HVAC field experience as well as experience with HVAC controls for Building Automation Systems experience with basic electrical and plumbing knowledge? If so, please explain you experience.
(Open Ended Question)
- Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one before the first day of hire?
No
Yes
- Do You have your EPA 608 Certification?
Yes
No
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- Contact Information for References
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter / Letter of Interest