HVAC Chiller Technician
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
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), addresses, 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 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.
Position Information
General Information
| Vacancy Open to |
All Candidates |
| Employment Type |
Permanent - Full-time |
| If time-limited, note appointment end date |
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| Hours per week |
40 |
| Months per year |
12 |
| Position Number |
010004 |
| NC Salary Grade Equivalency |
GN08 |
| Classification Title |
FM Tech Mechanical Trades-Journey |
| Working Title |
HVAC Chiller Technician |
| 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 RUPS |
| Work Schedule |
8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary. |
| 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 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 allow you to perform/learn another trade discipline at the contributing or journey level. Tasks may include maintenance, repair, placement, fabrication, installation, alteration, construction, and design of facility components in assigned 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.
University Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years experience. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. |
| Essential Job Duties |
- Maintain, operate and repair, chillers(air and water cooled) and cooling towers.
- Perform routine maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, efficiently, and the physical condition do no deteriorate.
- Use electrical test devices to troubleshoot and repair chillers and cooling towers.
- Diagnose equipment problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as necessary.
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| Other Work Responsibilities |
- Act as a Journey level worker and assist with other maintenance technicians to Maintain, repair, replace boilers, and pumps on the hydronic system.
- Work with minimal supervision or instruction, and complete work with competence and professionalism in compliance with generally accepted trade practices.
- Communicate effectively with customers, and managers, and provide high-quality customer service based on University policy and procedures.
- Record daily activities in an order tracking system (Archibus).
- Perform other duties as assigned to support all operations
|
| Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education |
- High school diploma or GED equivalency.
- 2-4 years' experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC and refrigeration equipment specializing in chillers/cooling towers.
- Ability to effectively communicate the English language (reading, writing, interpretation, and comprehension) required.
- Effective skills in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.
- Computer literate.
- Knowledge and skill with Google Chrome, and willingness to learn new programs.
|
| 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.
- EPA 608 Universal Certification is REQUIRED for this position.
- Valid driver's license required. The RUP Shop position requires the operation of assigned vehicles on and/or off campus and is required to possess, maintain, or obtain a valid driver's license upon appointment to the position.
|
| Work Location |
Regional Utility Plant Shop |
| Posting date |
05/20/2025 |
| Closing date |
06/03/2025 |
| Proposed Hire Date |
06/23/2025 |
| Contact Information |
Danny Schenk |
| 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), addresses, 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 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. |
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
- 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 valid drivers license?
- *
Do you have a valid EPA 608 Universal Certification which is needed for this position?
- *
How many years of professional HVAC experience do you have? Please ensure that all experience is listed on both your application and resume.
Less than 2 years
2 - 4 years
4 - 6 years
6 - 8 years
8 - 10 years
10 plus years
None
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Optional Documents
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University of North Carolina Charlotte
$42,011 - $57,765
May 20, 2025