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HVAC Field Technician
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Position Number: 5989436
Location: Research Triangle, NC
Position Type: Facilities Management

HVAC Field Technician

100% onsite; Recruitment Salary Range: $68,140 - $74,000

The HVAC Field Technician position requires a technician who can take ownership of over 100 systems statewide, implementing a maintenance schedule and responding to emergency repairs all over the state. The ability to travel statewide, occasionally on short notice, is necessary. The primary purpose of the HVAC Field Technician is to maintain, repair and install the HVAC systems and their associated control systems that provide cooling for approximately 50 broadcast television transmission sites. The transmission sites are located all over North Carolina, some in easily accessible areas and others in remote locations and mountaintops. This position is responsible for scheduling and performing routine maintenance and repairs of HVAC systems that range from 1 ton mini-split systems to 25-ton package units. This position is also responsible for unplanned emergency repairs whenever the need arises. This includes replacement/installation of mini-split systems. Other field staff will be available for assistance as necessary. This position will serve as the working supervisor in the construction, modification, or repairs completed by independent contractors. This position is designated as an Essential position requiring employee to be at work during severe weather and significant events.

UNC System employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station. This HVAC Field Technician services systems across the state of NC and can be based out of the central part of the state; however, the technician must be available for statewide responses, as necessary.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or equivalency, and two years of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Competencies:
*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.
*Valid driver's license
*Working knowledge of refrigeration theory.
*Working knowledge of operating (BAU) building automation systems.
*Working knowledge of troubleshooting (DDC) Direct Digital Controls.
*Basic knowledge of electricity sufficient to troubleshoot and repair complex electrical control circuits.
*Considerable knowledge of the design and operation of centrifugal and reciprocal compressors.
*Considerable knowledge of the design and operation of pneumatic control systems.
*Considerable knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment.
*Ability to train and supervise other workers.
*Ability to design smaller air-conditioning systems or design modifications to larger systems.
*Ability to review and critique plans and specifications for air-conditioning systems.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements:
Work Schedule: 7am - 530pm, M-Th, weekly overnight travel is routinely required.
Occasional overtime and weekend work.
Position drives approx. 800 miles a week
Ability to lift and move heavy equipment and materials.
Willingness to work in various environmental conditions, including heights and confined spaces.

To learn more about PBS NC and to apply for this position, please visit https://www.pbsnc.org/about/employment/ before March 4, 2025. PBS NC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that welcomes all to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Direct apply link: https://northcarolina.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/531?c=northcarolina