The University of North Carolina at Charlotte Hiring for HVAC-R Technician I at FM – Facilities Maintenance Full Time

Vacancy Open to:

All Candidates

Employment Type:

Permanent – Full-time

Hours per week:

40

Months per year:

12

Position Number:

013155

NC Salary Grade Equivalency:

GN05

Classification Title:

FM Tech Mechanical Trades – ContributinG

Working Title:

HVAC-R Technician I

Salary Range:

$33,390 – $39,000

Anticipate Hiring Range:

$33,390 – $39,000

FLSA Status:

Non Exempt

Division:

Business Affairs

Department:

Facilities Management (Adm)

Work Unit:

FM Dining Crew

Work Schedule:

7:00 am – 3:30 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 Technician Mechanical Trades will be responsible for performing routine maintenance of the Commercial Kitchen, HVAC, and refrigeration equipment to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly

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 University of North Carolina at Charlotte Facilities Management Department is seeking an outgoing motivated person to join our staff.

Duties Include:

1. Responsible for performing routine maintenance of Commercial Kitchen, HVAC, and refrigeration equipment to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and/or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
2. Use electrical test devices to troubleshoot and repair chiller electrical control circuits.
3. Independently overhaul small reciprocal compressors, and larger reciprocal, absorption, and centrifugal compressors.
4. Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary.
5. 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:

1. Possess knowledge of fire, building, electrical, and mechanical codes to maintain compliance with State, Federal, and University regulations and standards.
2. Work with minimal supervision or instruction, and is expected to complete work with a high level of competence and professionalism, in compliance with generally accepted trade practices.
3. Communicate effectively with customers, managers, and provide high-quality customer service based on our University SOP policy.
4. Use an IPad to navigate the work order management system (Archibus) to accept and complete work orders.
5. Perform other duties as assigned and/or delegated to support all operations

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:

1. High school diploma or GED Equivalency.
2. Three years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of Commercial Kitchen, HVAC, and refrigeration equipment preferred.
3. Proven track record in facilities preferred.
4. EPA 608 Refrigerant certification preferred.
5. Ability to effectively communicate the English language (reading, writing, interpretation, and comprehension) required.
6. Effective skills in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.
7. Computer literate. Knowledge and skill with Google Chrome, Microsoft Word, and Excel, and willingness to learn new programs.
8. Ability to effectively work/interact with persons from different backgrounds.
9. Ability to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork.
10. Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Necessary Licenses or Certifications:

Valid driver’s license. The FM Tech Mechanical Trades operates assigned vehicles on and/or off campus.

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 – Facilities Maintenance

Posting date:

08/18/2023

Closing date:

09/28/2023

Proposed Hire Date:

09/18/2023

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.

If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers (see the job duties section of previous employment).

* 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.