HVAC Mechanic

PG195296SP

No

HVAC Mechanic

$50,000 - $53,000

Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Raleigh, NC

Building Maintenance & Operations

The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, build and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:

• Design & Construction
• Business Operations
• Campus Operations and Maintenance
• Campus Planning and Strategic Investment

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!
  
  

We are seeking a highly skilled HVAC Mechanic to join our dynamic team. The primary purpose of this role is to expertly maintain, repair, and operate heating, cooling, steam/hot water boilers, and boiler auxiliary equipment, all falling under the HVAC category. In addition, this position involves performing electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance within our service zone. If you are passionate about HVAC systems and enjoy a variety of maintenance tasks, we invite you to apply and become a valued member of our team.

Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain, repair, and install plumbing systems and associated equipment/fixtures, including cutting, threading, assembling, and installing pipe; connecting valves, caulking joints, and testing jobs; and installing gas, water, and sanitary fixtures/equipment with their supports, hangers, and foundations
• Perform journey-level work up to 600 vac in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of secondary electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures, including conduit wire, electrical panels, breakers, switchgear, magnetic starters, disconnects, motors, light fixtures, ballasts, switches, and receptacles
• Correct and repair control system faults, adjust or replace temperature controls, regulators, humidity controllers, and sensors; repair or adjust pneumatic control valves and regulators; and perform preventive maintenance on refrigeration and air conditioning equipment per manufacturer’s instructions
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair boilers, fan turbines, pumps, condensate receivers, steam lines, expansion joints, strainers, pressure-reducing stations, piping, insulation, air compressors, water softeners, and other equipment for generating and controlling steam, requiring pipefitting and other skills
• Lift and transport materials weighing up to 60 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations and perform a wide range of physically demanding tasks in varied environments, ensuring safe handling practices and maintaining productivity.
• Perform tasks requiring standing for extended periods, working in confined spaces, and utilizing various tools. Safely climb and work from different types of ladders to access elevated or below-grade areas (such as roofs, above-ceiling spaces, and utility pits). All essential tasks must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Participate in the quarterly on-call rotation, carrying a pager for one week approximately every 10–14 weeks.
• This position is designated as essential personnel and may be required to report to work during adverse weather or University schedule changes.
• May assist with snow and ice removal and other emergency response tasks as directed by a supervisor.

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification(s).

Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with pneumatic and DOC-type control systems.
• Ability to communicate clearly with supervisors, coworkers, and the public, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Experience in HVAC trades, including plumbing, electrical, and boiler systems.
• CFC Universal Certification is preferred.

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.

Yes

No

11/11/2026

11/18/2026

Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume”.

Please include as attachments a resume/CV and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

00044083

SHRA

Facility Maintenance Technician - Mechanical Trades

Journey

$ 35,099 - $ 74,402

NC10

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.

1.00

12 Month Recurring

Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure

No

445030 - Building Maintenance & Operations

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.