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HVAC Technician

University of North Carolina Charlotte
$42,011 - $52,514
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Mar 04, 2026
HVAC Technician
Position Information
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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 010527
NC Salary Grade Equivalency NC10
Classification Title FM Tech Mechanical Trades - Journey
Working Title HVAC Technician
Salary Range $42,011 - $52,514
Anticipate Hiring Range $42,011 - $51,555
FLSA Status Non Exempt
Division Business Affairs
Department Facilities Management (Adm)
Work Unit FM HVAC Shop
Work Schedule
8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary, and with 'on-call' designation.

This position is designated as 'mandatory' and, when contacted to report to work, its incumbent is expected to reach the campus as expeditiously as possible using normal precautions as dictated by the adverse weather conditions.

This recruitment is to fill two vacant positions #010527 and #010535
Primary Purpose of Position
Apply methods and general procedures of applicable trade and maintenance techniques. Develop skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment appropriate to trade.
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
This is a Facility Maintenance Technician (Mechanical Trades) at the Journey level with a specialty in HVAC. The position is to be a fully functioning in a particular trade area and expected 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.

  • Performs maintenance, repair, placement, fabrication, installation, alteration, construction and design of facility components in assigned zone or core maintenance.
  • Provides general repair to residential and commercial HVAC systems.
  • Repairs to include general repair, belt replacement, hot water systems and ice machine repair. Respond to repairs from the general work order system for a dispersed work site.


The Housing Shop HVAC work orders account for approximately 1000 calls for service per year. HVAC Services responds to hot/cold calls, system malfunctions, software issues, and commercial and residential service calls.

  • Performs preventative maintenance inspections and procedures for commercial and residential systems. These inspections are to provide feedback to supervisors and result in the safest and cleanest environments possible for the student and guest populations.
  • Where applicable, assesses any charges for damages to students and guest populations found on these inspections.
  • Performs a leadership role for the Housing Shop's HVAC shop. Department responsibility for compliance with University Safety, State, EPA and OSHA requirements as related to the HVAC functions.

Other Work Responsibilities

  • Function as a lead worker, and be called upon to provide technical assistance and mentor other facility maintenance technicians as required.
  • Demonstrate a solid knowledge of fire, building, electrical, and mechanical codes to maintain compliance with State, Federal and University regulations and standards.
  • Work with minimal supervision or instruction to complete work with a high level of competence and professionalism in compliance with generally accepted trade practices.
  • Record daily activities into order tracking system (Archibus) using a tablet.
  • Perform other duties as assigned and/or delegated to support all operations.

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

  • Experience working with HVAC systems, trouble shooting and repair of both commercial and residential systems.
  • Experience with preventative maintenance inspections and procedures.
  • Experience with State, EPA and OSHA requirements as related to the HVAC functions; University experience and compliance preferred.

  • EPA 608 Universal Certification.
  • Computer knowledge and experience Microsoft Office and Google Suite; intermediate experience preferred.

Necessary Licenses or Certifications

  • Valid driver's license required. The HVAC 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.


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 Building
Posting date 03/04/2026
Closing date 03/18/2026
Proposed Hire Date 04/03/2026
Contact Information
Special Notes to Applicants

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).



  1. *
    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



  2. Where did you learn about this posting?

    (Open Ended Question)


  3. *
    Do you have a valid drivers license?

    • Yes
    • No


  4. *
    Do you have experience working with HVAC systems, trouble shooting and repair of both commercial and residential systems? If so, please explain you experience as it relates to the position you are applying to.

    (Open Ended Question)


  5. *
    Do you have experience performing preventative maintenance inspections and procedures?

    • Yes - I have experience performing preventative maintenance inspections and procedures
    • No - I do not have individual experience but I have knowledge of process and procedures involved and have assisted performing them
    • No - I do not have any experience performing preventative maintenance inspections and procedures


  6. *
    Do you have experience with State, EPA and OSHA requirements as related to the HVAC functions?

    • Yes - I have experience with State, EPA and OSHA requirements as related to the HVAC functions
    • No - I do not have experience with State, EPA and OSHA requirements as related to the HVAC functions


  7. *
    Do you currently hold a EPA 608 Universal Certification?

    • Yes - I have my current EPA 608 Universal Certification
    • No - I am currently in the process of obtaining my EPA 608 Universal Certification
    • No - I do not have a EPA 608 Universal Certification




Applicant Documents
Required Documents

  1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae
  2. Contact Information for References


Optional Documents

  1. Military Service Record (DD-214)

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