HVAC Specialist Location: Boone, North Carolina | Full-Time | Variable Shifts Why You’ll Love Working Here As an HVAC Specialist at UNC Health Appalachian, you’ll play a critical role in maintaining a safe, comfortable, and efficient environment for patients, visitors, and staff. You’ll work with advanced mechanical systems across hospital facilities, ensuring equipment reliability and regulatory compliance. Join a supportive team that values professionalism, collaboration, and service excellence — all within a mission-driven healthcare system in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. • Compensation: Starting pay begins at $24.69 per hour, with competitive rates based on experience and education. • Schedule: Full-time, variable shifts; may include nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations. • Benefits: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, wellness incentives, and employee discounts. What You’ll Do as an HVAC Specialist • Operate, maintain, and repair HVAC systems including chillers, boilers, air handlers, heat pumps, and ventilation systems. • Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and emergency repairs to ensure optimal system performance. • Install and commission new HVAC equipment in accordance with codes, regulatory standards, and manufacturer specifications. • Assess energy efficiency and recommend improvements to reduce waste and enhance system operation. • Maintain detailed logs and documentation of maintenance, repairs, inspections, and equipment conditions. • Collaborate with facilities, engineering, and clinical teams to support seamless hospital operations. • Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and adherence to UNC Health Appalachian policies, safety standards, and values. Qualifications Education: • High school diploma or GED required. • Vocational or technical training in HVAC systems preferred. Experience: • Progressive HVAC experience in installation, maintenance, and repair preferred; institutional or healthcare setting experience a plus. Licenses/Certifications: • Valid driver’s license required. • HVAC certification preferred. Skills & Abilities: • Proficiency in HVAC diagnostics, troubleshooting, and system maintenance. • Ability to interpret schematics, technical manuals, blueprints, and building codes. • Knowledge of OSHA standards, facility safety practices, and regulatory requirements. • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment. Physical & Work Environment • Lift, push, pull, or carry up to and over 50 lbs. • Frequent standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and reaching. • Manual dexterity and near visual acuity required for equipment repair and inspection. • Exposure to chemicals, electrical and mechanical systems, power tools, and various environmental conditions. • Work in cramped spaces, attics, mechanical rooms, and rooftops for extended periods. • Exposure to bloodborne pathogens, hazardous materials, and hospital environment risks. • Irregular hours including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-ins. What Sets Us Apart • Career Growth: Opportunities for continuing education, HVAC certification support, and advancement within a skilled facilities team. • Impactful Work: Support the comfort, safety, and well-being of patients and staff across multiple hospital and clinic environments. • Community & Lifestyle: Boone offers scenic mountain living, year-round outdoor activities, and a strong sense of community — ranked among America’s best small towns by Forbes and Southern Living. • Inclusive Culture: We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion — fostering a workplace where every team member feels respected, supported, and empowered. Ready to use your HVAC expertise to make a meaningful difference? Apply today to join UNC Health Appalachian and help maintain a safe, efficient environment for our patients and community. About UNC Health Appalachian It's official - UNC Health Appalachian earned an "A" in the fall 2023 Leapfrog Patient Safety Grades! UNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, comprises three hospitals, 13 medical practices, Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian stays committed to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life, and simply “making life better.” About UNC Health UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses and more than 500 clinics along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine (SOM). It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve and to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina SOM. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated or charity care to the citizens of North Carolina. Our hospitals have received numerous awards and recognition for quality care, patient safety and the overall patient experience. For more information, please visit unchealth.org. UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We value a workforce that reflects a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, as it enhances our ability to provide outstanding care. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. UNC Health Appalachian is committed to providing a fair and inclusive hiring process and a workplace where all team members feel respected and empowered. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us. Employment at UNC Health Appalachian is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screen. For accommodations or additional information, contact arhsrecruitment@unchealth.unc.edu. Location: UNC Health Appalachian · Plant Operations Schedule: Full-time, Days, 7:00am - 3:30pm
See More Details >>HVAC Repair Technician Why an HVAC Repair Technician career might be right for you: • You like solving problems – Each repair is different. You enjoy diagnosing problems and figuring out solutions • You like fixing things – Getting things working again is a satisfying outcome. You did that! • You like helping others – You’re the hero of the home like a first responder, lifting the weight off the shoulders of grateful homeowners • You like to be on the move – You’re not stuck at a desk all day – you are welcomed into customers’ homes Why a career with Sears Home Services is right for you: • Great hourly rates – $22 - $36 / hour base rate salary, depending on experience • Benefits – Comprehensive set of medical, dental, and vision benefits, with an additional $4000 annual subsidy for associates with dependents! • 401k match – Opportunity to contribute to 401k plan, with 100% company match up to 3%. More ways to earn –Technicians have the opportunity to earn additional performance bonuses & sales incentives throughout the year. Flexible schedules – Sears techs are NOT on call. • Year-round work – With Sears large scale and wide product range, Sears cross trains techs and keeps them busy year round • Expert training – Best in class training program. Tens of thousands of repair techs trained by Sears Technical Institute in the past 60 years. We will teach you the skills you need to succeed! • Peer mentoring – Onboarding buddy and mentor technicians to help you grow your skills • Career advancement – Many ways to advance and cross-train to keep growing your career. Our average tenure is >12 years! • Easy tools – Sears provides company vehicle, uniforms, specialty tools, mobile phone & industry-leading app that eliminates paperwork and provides technical support Responsibilities/Skills/Experience Requirements Job responsibilities: • Repair appliances with high levels of quality and efficiency • Deliver delightful customer experience that exceed expectations consistently • Provide customers with value-added solutions that help make their home more clean, comfortable & protected • Keep company truck well-maintained & organized, and help manage parts efficiently Requirements: • High school diploma or general education degree • EPA Type II or EPA Universal • Mechanical knowledge, including use of testing & repair tools • Can follow directions and processes for quality workmanship • Can use smartphone, including use for part ordering • Background & drug screen • Valid driver’s license for the state in which you work Years Experience 1 - 2 Years Experience Travel Requirements Road Warrior (75% or more) Country United States Work-In City Boone Work-In State NC Work-In Postal Code 28607 Business Sears Home Services - In Home Job Function Repair/Installation Employment Category Regular, Full-time Compensation Range N/A Additional Compensation Explanation N/A EEO/EOE Footer Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet. Posting Tags #RepairTechnician Company Brand Sears Home Services Location City Louisville Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Description Get Involved! Samaritans Purse is seeking a Senior HVAC Technician at our International Headquarters location in Boone, N.C. As a Senior HVAC Technician you will be responsible for setup, programming, operation and maintenance of heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems at all Samaritan's Purse facilities. You will provide work direction to other HVAC Technicians, and supervise outside HVAC vendors as necessary. Come and use your gifts daily to advance the Gospel!! A day in the life of a Senior HVAC Technician: At Samaritans Purse, the Gospel really is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and spend time praying for each other, our staff and volunteers who serve around the globe. In the role of Senior HVAC Technician you will have the opportunity to: • Maintain your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be an effective witness for Him • Maintain daily operation of all systems of HVAC equipment. • Troubleshoot system failures and make necessary repairs, with a strong emphasis on Preventive Maintenance. • Perform and oversee quarterly inspections of equipment and programming systems, logging scheduled inspection reports as required. Report any deficiencies or concerns to Director of Facilities. Provide hands-on field training for Maintenance staff as assigned. • Make recommendations on equipment purchases and energy-savings strategies. Assist Facilities Manager with inventory start-up and monitoring of necessary inventory to facilitate prompt repairs and maintenance of HVAC equipment. • Maintain a safe work environment. Perform all work in a safe manner and follows all associated safety guidelines. • All other duties as assigned Check out why people love serving with Samaritans Purse: https://bit.ly/2F8Nom5 Qualifications & Experience • HVAC technician certification and at least seven (7) to ten (10) years commercial experience installing, operating, and maintaining HVAC equipment and systems; or at least five (5) years energy management experience installing, operating, and maintaining energy management systems, including thermal operating energy systems; or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Advanced knowledge of HVAC/mechanical maintenance. The work calls for sufficient comprehension and the ability to solve unusual as well as common work problems, to be able to advise on technical matters, and to serve as a resource on the subject for others in the organization. • State of North Carolina HVAC license preferred. • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. • Ability to write simple correspondence. • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group. Job Location: Boone, NC Type: Full-Time Language Requirement: Fluency in English (required) Benefits • Medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Long-term and Short-term disability insurance • Term Life Insurance • 401 (k) retirement savings plan • 10 paid holidays • 12 vacation days • 10 sick/personal days Samaritan's Purse Mission Statement Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. Samaritan's Purse Statement Of Faith • We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God. (1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Timothy 3:15-17) • We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. (Matthew 28:19; John 10:30; Ephesians 4:4-6) • We believe in the deity of the Lord Jesus Christ, in His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in His miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood on the cross, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory. (Matthew 1:23; John 1:1-4 and 1:29; Acts 1:11 and 2:22-24; Romans 8:34; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Philippians 2:5-11; Hebrews 1:1-4 and 4:15) • We believe that all men everywhere are lost and face the judgment of God, that Jesus Christ is the only way of salvation, and that for the salvation of lost and sinful man, repentance of sin and faith in Jesus Christ results in regeneration by the Holy Spirit. (Luke 24:46-47; John 14:6; Acts 4:12; Romans 3:23; 2 Corinthians 5:10-11; Ephesians 1:7 and 2:8-9; Titus 3:4-7) • We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit, whose indwelling enables the Christian to live a godly life. (John 3:5-8; Acts 1:8 and 4:31; Romans 8:9; 1 Corinthians 2:14; Ephesians 6:12; Colossians 2:6-10) • We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; the saved unto the resurrection of eternal life and the lost unto the resurrection of damnation and eternal punishment. (1 Corinthians 15:51-57; Revelation 20:11-15) • We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in the Lord Jesus Christ and that all true believers are members of His body, the church. (1 Corinthians 12:12, 27; Ephesians 1:22-23) • We believe that the ministry of evangelism and discipleship is a responsibility of all followers of Jesus Christ. (Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15; 1 Peter 3:15) • We believe Gods plan for human sexuality is to be expressed only within the context of marriage, that God created man and woman as unique biological persons made to complete each other. God instituted monogamous marriage between male and female as the foundation of the family and the basic structure of human society. For this reason, we believe that marriage is exclusively the union of one genetic male and one genetic female. (Genesis 2:24; Matthew 19:5-6; Mark 10:6-9; Romans 1:26-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9) • We believe that we must dedicate ourselves to prayer, to the service of our Lord, to His authority over our lives, and to the ministry of evangelism. (Matthew 9:35-38; 22:37-39, and 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15 and 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10; Colossians 2:6-10; 1 Peter 3:15) • We believe that human life is sacred from conception to its natural end; and that we must have concern for the physical and spiritual needs of our fellowmen. (Psalm 139:13; Isaiah 49:1; Jeremiah 1:5; Matthew 22:37-39; Romans 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10)
See More Details >>Entering the HVAC trade in Boone, NC, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience and classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 6% job growth for HVAC technicians from 2022 to 2032, with Boone, NC, experiencing a steady demand for skilled technicians. Apprentices in Boone earn an average of $672 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $52,300 annually. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring HVAC technicians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
