HVAC Technician

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Building Services provide full maintenance and repair services for all UNC facilities and ensure the proper operation of those facilities in support of the UNC mission of teaching, research and public service. Building Services supports more than 400 campus buildings with approximately 18 million gross square feet of space. The teams that provide quality maintenance, repair and construction services that support the teaching, research, and public service mission of the University include Campus Maintenance, EMCS, Facilities Operations Support, Housing Support, HVAC Systems, and Life Safety Services.

The Refrigeration shop is a unit of Building Services that installs, operates, maintains, and improves DX systems, environmental chambers, process chillers, water coolers, freezers, refrigerated air dryers, window air conditioners, refrigerated scientific and food service equipment, and boilers. These diverse systems serve a variety of facilities including classrooms, auditoriums, offices, kitchen/dining areas, parking decks, arenas/athletic venues, laboratories, clinics, surgery suites, clean rooms, data centers, museums/repositories, and vivariums. These customers depend on the Refrigeration shop to achieve UNC's many missions.

A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $5,639 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE:
$2,819.50 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $2,819.50 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.

Performs preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance on complex refrigeration equipment supporting an invensive biotechnology/life sciences research and health care campus. Systems supported include DX units, environmental chambers, walk-in coolers and freezers, air dryers, ice machines, packaged units, CRAC units, dehumidification systems, refrigerated scientific equipment, ultra-low and cryogenic equipment, small chillers, and hot water and steam boiler systems. Tasks include troubleshooting complex control circuits, replacing compressors, repairing refrigerant leaks, replacing fan/blower motors, changing out various refrigeration mechanical and electrical controls, and maintaining EPA refrigerant management logs. Additional work includes maintaining and repairing complex boiler systems, calibrating boilers to run efficiently, and preparing boilers for state inspections. Performs some equipment replacements and installations, and may work on construction or renovation projects, providing written comments that may not meet plans, specifications, codes, or guidelines.

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification. Optional Guidelines: experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Skills in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair complex environmental chambers and systems, variable refrigerant flow equipment, boilers, chillers, large DX systems, mission critical cooling equipment, and general industrial HVAC equipment; ability to diagnose complex system-wide issues affecting critical research, health care, teaching, and public service operations; and clean coils (including mold and algae,) recover refrigerant, change refrigerant compressors, replace belts and motors, replace electronic refrigerant metering equipment and associated PLCs, and diagnose equipment problems with minimal down time.

Knowledge of air conditioning, refrigeration, steam, chilled water, lubricants, natural gas and propane fueled equipment, compressed air and air drying equipment, single and three phase electrical power, air handling and distribution, fluid flow, heat transfer, sound and vibration, thermal comfort, indoor environmental health, air contaminants and odors, energy use, and duct and pipe design and sizing is required. Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical diagrams. Must possess computer skills to operate the Computerized Maintenance Management System.

Ability to serve as a mandatory employee and report to work in support of essential University operations, even when adverse weather or other emergency conditions may require the University to close.

Ability to work in active high containment labs which requires a baseline blood draw, a physical, and vaccines as well as annual medical certification, respirator fit testing, and training. Entry into such labs requires escort from Environment, Health, & Safety, respirator use, safety attire, and possibly shower in/out.

Ability to work in health care facilities, with requirements including vaccines (currently varicella or chickenpox, influenza, and COVID-19,) tuberculosis testing, and overall medical certification.

Ability to serve on-call duty on a rotating basis, including nights, weekends, and holidays. While on call, this position will be responsible for more equipment.

A valid North Carolina Drivers License is required.

Requires EPA universal refrigerant certification.

Ability to contribute to the UNC safety culture and always consider safety first, and to consider energy efficiency and water use to meet UNC's sustainability and energy reduction goals. Must demonstrate the Facilities Services TOP SERVICE values of Teamwork, Openness, Professionalism, Stewardship, Excellence, Responsiveness, Versatility, Innovation, Competence, and Efficiency.

Experience in troubleshooting and repair of large DX and refrigeration equipment preferred. Experience in variable refrigerant flow systems, environmental chambers, DX zone systems and controllers, dehumidification systems, boilers, refrigerators, ice machines, and large capacity air dryers is also preferred. Knowledge in electrical, plumbing, and equipment installation. Licensure as a refrigeration contractor, heating contractor, certifications in ultra-low temperature refrigeration equipment, and/or a diploma in industrial or HVAC technical trades also preferred. A minimum of five years of experience in HVAC-Refrigeration.

Ability to move objects weighing up to 65 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation, and large equipment with hand trucks or general material handling equipment. Ability to work from ladders for extended periods of time, work outside during adverse weather conditions, and wear a respirator and other required PPE such as safety shoes, eye protection, and arc flash safety gear.

Not Applicable.

A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).

This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy .

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.