Support Services HVAC Mechanic (Statewide)

About the role

• Agency
• Adult Correction
• Division
• COO - Administration
• Job Classification Title
• HVAC Mechanic I (S)
• Position Number
• Grade
• NC08

Description of Work

This role supports the operation, maintenance, and repair of air-conditioning and refrigeration systems by applying working knowledge of refrigeration theory, building automation systems, direct digital controls, and related electrical and pneumatic components. The position troubleshoots equipment performance issues, identifies effective repair methods, and uses appropriate tools and materials to restore system functionality within established operational guidelines.

Key Duties Include

• *Diagnose malfunctions in air conditioning, refrigeration, and control systems to determine appropriate repair actions
• *Troubleshoot and repair direct digital control components and building automation system functions
• *Perform maintenance and repair on centrifugal and reciprocating compressors
• *Inspect, adjust, and maintain pneumatic control systems
• *Apply electrical knowledge to resolve issues in complex control circuits
• *Select and use tools, materials, and equipment appropriate for system repair and maintenance
• *Verify proper operation of HVAC and refrigeration systems following repair or adjustment

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

HVAC Mechanic I

Salary Range $39,244 - $68,679

Salary Grade Nc 08

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented experience in HVAC (Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning) Systems.
• Documented knowledge in reading blueprints, schematic and wiring diagrams.

HVAC Mechanic II

Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health Insurance options
• Retirement Plans
• NCFlex Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

This is a Statewide post and supports all locations

• Raleigh Regional Maintenance Yard, Raleigh, NC
• Costal Regional Maintenance Yard, Greenville, NC
• Piedmont Regional Maintenance Yard, Asheboro, NC
• Mountain Regional Maintenance Yard, Lenoir, NC
• DECM Construction Operations, Based out of Raleigh, NC but travels throughout State

*Please note all positions may require travel throughout the region they support.

Application Process

NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

• Applicants must complete the application in full.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application.
• Applications must include:

• Complete education history (including high school)
• Full work experience details
• Certificates and licenses, if applicable
• Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
• Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination.
• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.

If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

Education Equivalency Verification

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.

Veterans' and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

PREA Requirement

The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions

Minimum Education and Experience

• Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience."
• If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.
• See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

All applications received will be reviewed and considered for all levels (I and II) based upon the individual qualifications of each applicant as well as business needs.

HVAC Mechanic I

• High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of progressive experience in the installation, maintenance or repair of air conditioning chillers, air handling, chilled water distribution and control systems
• OR

Necessary Special Qualifications

Requires current certification by the Environmental Protection Agency as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations part 82, subpart F.

HVAC Mechanic II

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four years of progressive experience in the installation, maintenance or repair of air conditioning chillers, air handling, chilled water distribution and control systems including one year at the journey level

OR