What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC Technician position at University of North Carolina at Greensboro and Careers?
Position Type
Staff
University Information
Located in North Carolina’s third-largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
Facilities Operations has the responsibility of providing a wide range of services to all administrative departments, student programs, and all academic schools and departments. Services include all aspects of corrective and preventive maintenance, operations, grounds maintenance, housekeeping, utility infrastructure maintenance and operations, business operations, safety, regulator compliance, project management, and renovations. These duties are conducted for a campus consisting of 100 buildings totaling 6 million gross square feet on over 275 acres.
Position Summary
The primary purpose of this position is the responsibility for the daily operation and maintenance of all HVAC & Refrigeration equipment in assigned areas of the campus, including the repair, replacement, installation and maintenance of air conditioning equipment ranging from 1875-ton centrifugal chillers to window air conditioning units. This position is also responsible for the scheduling of preventive and corrective maintenance in all areas of campus. This is a position with full responsibility for the operation and maintenance of all HVAC and refrigeration equipment on campus. Supervisor may assign other job related duties not specifically listed under essential tasks.
25% Maintenance and Operation of Chillers
25% Preventive and Corrective Maintenance
10% Calibration, Operation and Maintenance of Controls
10% Pumps, Air Handlers and Air Compressors
10% Refrigeration System Maintenance Repair
10% Safety
5% Filters and Lubrication
5% Renovation and New Construction
This position is a mandatory position as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy.
This position requires working an emergency call-back rotation and may be called in for emergency response during nights, weekends, and holidays.
25% Maintenance and Operation of Chillers
25% Preventive and Corrective Maintenance
10% Calibration, Operation and Maintenance of Controls
10% Pumps, Air Handlers and Air Compressors
10% Refrigeration System Maintenance Repair
10% Safety
5% Filters and Lubrication
5% Renovation and New Construction
This position is a mandatory position as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy.
This position requires working an emergency call-back rotation and may be called in for emergency response during nights, weekends, and holidays.
Minimum Qualifications
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 AREA RELATED TO THE AREA OF ASSIGNMENT MAY BE SUBSTITUTED ON A YEAR-FOR-YEAR BASIS.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Valid driver’s license.
Universal CFC Certification.
Universal CFC Certification.
Preferred Qualifications
- Five (5) to seven (7) years of directly related experience.
- Universal CFC Certification.
- HVAC Degree or Certification.
- Chiller experience is a plus.
- BAS Control experience is a plus.
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:
- Name,
- Company Name,
- Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
- Email Address
- Contact Phone Number
Recruitment Range
$57,095 - $63,439
Org #-Department
Utility Operations - 56406
Work Hours of Position
8:00 am - 4:30 pm, M-F and rotating callback
Number of Months per Year
12
Posting Requirements
Job Family
Operations and Skilled Trades
Career Banded Title
Facility Maint Mech Tradesman
Open Date
01/20/2026
Close Date
02/20/2026
FTE
1.000
FLSA
Non-Exempt
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Salary Grade Equivalency
Salary : $57,095 - $63,439