• Charlotte, NC
  • $47,263–$57,765 Per Year
1 day ago

Job Description

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 009665 NC Salary Grade Equivalency NC10 Classification Title FM Tech Mechanical Trades - Journey Working Title HVAC Technician 2 Salary Range $47,263 - $57,765 Anticipate Hiring Range $47,263 - $52,514 FLSA Status Non Exempt Division Business Affairs Department Facilities Management (Adm) Work Unit FM HVAC Shop Work Schedule

8:00 am - 4:30pm; 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 a fully functioning in a particular trade area. Additionally, this position is expected to be able to perform all general maintenance work at the contributing level. This position may also be given the opportunity to perform/learn another trade discipline either at the contributing or journey level. Tasks may include maintenance, repair, placement, fabrication, installation, alteration, construction and design of facility components in assigned zone.

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 Supervisor.

Duties include:

  • Performing routine maintenance on HVAC and refrigeration equipment ensuring that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
  • Using electrical test devices to troubleshoot and repair.
  • Diagnosing mechanical problems and determine how to correct them by checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.
  • Using tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches to precision measuring instruments and electrical testing devices.
  • Using knowledge and skill with Building Automation Systems (BAS) to complete tasks as needed.
  • Looking up and ordering parts.

Other Work Responsibilities

Other Work Responsibilities Include:

  • Working with minimal supervision or instruction, and completing work with a high level of competence and professionalism in compliance with generally accepted trade practices.
  • Communicating effectively with customers, managers, and providing high quality customer service based on University policy and procedures.
  • Recording daily activities into order tracking system (Archibus) using a tablet.
  • Performing other duties as assigned and/or delegated, dependent on HVAC needs.

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

  • Basic electrical and plumbing knowledge; professional HVAC experience preferred.
  • Ability to effectively communicate (reading, writing, interpretation and comprehension) Effective skills in verbal, written and interpersonal communications.
  • Computer literacy to include knowledge and skill with Google Systems, Microsoft Word and Excel, and willingness to learn new programs.
  • Ability to effectively work/interact with persons from different backgrounds; Ability to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork.
  • Experience with HVAC controls for Building Automation Systems

Necessary Licenses or Certifications

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.

  • E.P.A. 608 Refrigerant certification
  • Valid driver's license

Work Location FM - HVAC Shop Posting date 10/15/2026 Closing date 10/29/2026 Proposed Hire Date 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 (*).

    • Do you meet the education and experience requirement for this position: High school diploma/GED or a year-for-year substitution of relevant trade experience?
  • Yes, I have a high school diploma or equivalent.

  • Yes, I have relevant trade experience that substitutes for the high school diploma/equivalent on a year-for-year basis.

  • No

    • 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)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume / Curriculum Vitae
  • Contact Information for References

Optional Documents

  • Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
  • Military Service Record (DD-214)

Numbers & Facts

LocationCharlotte, NC
Salary$47,263–$57,765 Per Year

Skills

  • Automation Systemsunmatched
  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • Building Systemsunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Computer Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Electrical Componentsunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Facilities Managementunmatched
  • HVACunmatched
  • Hand Toolsunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Higher Educationunmatched
  • Home Automationunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Maintenance - HVACunmatched
  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • Mechanical Maintenanceunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Microsoft Wordunmatched
  • Militaryunmatched
  • Plumbingunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Refrigerationunmatched
  • System Operationsunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Testingunmatched
  • University/School Policiesunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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