Embarking on a career in the HVAC trade in Chapel Hill, NC, typically begins with a comprehensive apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the region last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the HVAC industry employs approximately 4860 technicians in Chapel Hill, with an average weekly wage of approximately $840.25. The industry projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring HVAC technicians in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $924 annually for experienced professionals.
Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: Performs skilled work in the repair, construction, and maintenance of various refrigeration and air conditioning systems, including associated air handling, control devices and equipment, heating, ventilation, chilled water distribution systems, chillers and energy management control systems. Work is performed on rotating shifts and/or set day/evening/night work schedules as required. Responsibilities: 1. Analyze building heating and cooling systems and recommend modifications to achieve better operation and energy efficiency 2. Completes required documentation for records and reports in a timely and complete fashion. 3. Conduct repairs and operations of all systems on an emergency basis when working the rotating shifts 4. Install, repair and maintain various HVAC and refrigeration systems. Install, repair and maintain pneumatic control systems and associated components and equipment installed and used in the HVAC, chilled water, refrigeration systems and medical air systems. 5. Perform maintenance and operational tests on HVAC and refrigeration system devices, using equipment such as refrigerant recovery systems and refrigerant pressure gauges. Perform all required tests and maintain the HVAC systems to meet Infection Control requirements and respond to patient and staff complaints regarding heating and cooling problems. 6. Perform system troubleshooting and repair of HVAC and refrigeration control circuits and equipment properly using a variety of electronics and electrical test equipment, system and device drawings and air monitor output and reports. Perform preventative maintenance and repair of refrigeration, air conditioning and air handling equipment. Perform computerized energy system monitoring. Record, analyze and use operational data of chillers in accordance with preset parameters. 7. Provide first response fire brigade and disaster relief and support as required or requested. 8. Schedules and completes work assignments received at level of independence defined for job level Other Information Other information: Education Requirements: ● High School diploma or GED Licensure/Certification Requirements: ● Must obtain Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) certification within 12 months of hire. ● If a Driver: Valid NC Driver's license. Professional Experience Requirements: ● Three (3) years direct experience installing, maintaining and repairing air conditioning, heating, ventilation, chillers, chilled water distribution, refrigeration and control systems. Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements: Job Details Legal Employer: NCHEALTH Entity: Shared Services Organization Unit: UNCMC Facilities Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 Salary Range: $23.01 - $33.07 per hour (Hiring Range) Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Day Job Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Health Care System, in a department that provides shared services to operations across UNC Health Care; except that, if you are currently a UNCHCS State employee already working in a designated shared services department, you may remain a UNCHCS State employee if selected for this job. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email [email protected] if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
See More Details >>Carolina Meadows, located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is one of the nation's foremost continuing-care retirement communities. Our mission is to enrich and improve the lives of residents and those connected to our community. We do this by continuously striving to be the best place to live and work. The HVAC Technician position is primarily responsible for providing technical troubleshooting and programming building automation systems, schedules, system program language for proper sequences of control on HVAC systems. The scope of the work includes residential HVAC repairs and replacements as needed, as well as maintaining and auditing Plant Operations energy management systems. Additional duties include various maintenance person duties throughout the community. · High school diploma or general education degree (GED), eight (8) to ten (10) years of general maintenance and multiple phases of HVAC experience. · North Carolina Freon certification required; or equivalent combination of education and experience. · Experience as a skilled refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic. · Successful completion of maintenance and/or trade school training classes on digital control systems. · Preferred six years’ experience with at least three of the following control system brands: Allerton, KMC, Johnson, Honeywell, Trane Tracer, Carrier and Delta. · Incumbent should be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form. · Possess high-quality verbal and written communication ability, strong customer service and interpersonal skills. · Must be proficient in the use of power and hand tools and be knowledgeable on state and federal building codes. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Referral program • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday Experience: • HVAC: 3 years (Required) Ability to Commute: • Chapel Hill, NC 27517 (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Are you an Entry-Level HVAC Install who is passionate about problem solving and customer service? Looking to accelerate your career (and income!) with an organization who values its people? Come see why so many of our team members and customers recommend Horizon Services! Who are we? We are Horizon Services. Since 1987, we've been the trusted name in plumbing, heating, and air conditioning, offering an unmatched level of customer service and technical expertise. Behind that outstanding customer service and technical expertise sits our people. Our employees are the core of our business, and our people-first culture ensures that we can deliver on the Horizon guarantee with each and every employee and customer we service. We believe that happy employees = happy customers! What do our HVAC Install Mechanics do? Our technicians go into clients' homes to install their Residential heating and air conditioning systems. What do we offer? Competitive Compensation: • With our tools, resources, and training, our technicians are able to make over $100,000 per year we offer a very competitive base salary and a bonus program that rewards you for your hard work and customer service! Consistency: • We offer consistent and reliable full-time year-round work. • Flexible scheduling Professional and Personal Growth • Robust Paid Training and Professional Development Path 150 hours of training per year! • Opportunity to grow we love to promote from within! Most of our leaders started in the truck! • Qualified technicians will be sponsored for Journeyman license and NATE certification. Wellness: • Health benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance • Access to Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts for Health or Dependent Care expense • Short-Term Disability • Long-Term Disability • Wellness Reimbursement Program • Employee Assistance Program that offers services such as free counseling services, will preparation, and other benefits • Company-paid PTO and Paid National Holidays • 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions • Employee Discounts What do you need? • Tech School Graduate or 1 year of field experience as a Residential Installation Mechanic • Required licenses and certifications • Valid driver's license and clean driving record • Clean and neat appearance • Strong customer service and communication skills • Hard-working and motivated attitude Are you ready to join our team? We understand your time is valuable and that's why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be a good fit for this Entry-Level HVAC Install position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!
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