HVAC Mechanic
About The Position
The HVAC Mechanic performs journey-level construction, maintenance, and repair work on air-conditioning systems and related air-handling equipment, chilled-water distribution systems, and control mechanisms at Johnston Correctional Institution in Johnston County, North Carolina. The role also maintains refrigeration units and their control systems. The employee reports to the Maintenance/Construction Supervisor III and works with limited supervision on moderate to complex repairs. Larger, costlier, exceptional, or more complex work may be reviewed by a technical supervisor. The mechanic may train new mechanics, supervise helpers, and assist with duties throughout the facility.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and three years of progressive experience installing, maintaining, or repairing air-conditioning chillers, air handling, chilled-water distribution, and control systems, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Current EPA certification as a Type I, II, III, or Universal technician, as required by Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 82, Subpart F.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of the practices, methods, materials, and/or equipment used in operating, maintaining, and/or repairing industrial air-conditioning and refrigeration systems.
Responsibilities
- Identify equipment problems, determine the required materials, tools, and repair methods, and independently carry out repair procedures for most jobs.
- Train new mechanics, supervise helpers, and assist with duties throughout the facility as needed.
- Troubleshoot and repair chiller electrical control circuits using electrical test devices.
- Independently overhaul small reciprocating compressors and overhaul reciprocating, absorption, and centrifugal compressors under technical supervision.
- Check the accuracy of and calibrate electrical, pneumatic, and electronic control systems; troubleshoot control circuits and replace faulty thermostats, wiring, and control devices.
- Perform preventive maintenance on air-conditioning and air-handling equipment, log chiller operating characteristics according to schedule, and install air-conditioning units.
- Build and install ductwork and chilled-water piping; adjust chillers and balance distribution systems for energy efficiency; remove and replace joints or lengths of chilled-water distribution pipe.
- Assist with troubleshooting and repairing fire alarm systems.
Benefits
- Health insurance options
- Retirement plans
- NC Flex supplemental benefits
- Paid vacation, sick, and community service leave
- Paid parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
