Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
HVAC Mechanic I
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Non Instructional/Operations - HVAC Craftsman
Job Number 4600311196
Start Date
Open Date 07/10/2025
Closing Date 08/15/2025
General Definition of Work
The HVAC mechanic I, under general supervision, performs entry-level semi-skilled and technical work with minimal decision-making discretion related to the installation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration, heating, ventilation, evaporative cooling and air conditioning equipment and systems. As this position is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience. Employee performs both school-based and district-level work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the maintenance operations supervisor or HVAC assistant supervisor.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary/Status
Hourly NC 10/ Full-time, 12 months
Reports To
Maintenance Operations Supervisor
Place of Work
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
Essential Functions
Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures Assist in repair and maintenance of heating, ventilation, evaporative cooling and air conditioning tasks involved in the replacement and repair of valves, fans, motors, gaskets, filters, belts, fuses, controls, switches, gauges, tubing and pipes Assist in the inspection and testing of heating, refrigeration, evaporative cooling and air conditioning equipment and systems to ensure proper functioning Participate in adjusting and installing valves, thermostats, fans, pressure regulators and pumps Insulate heating, refrigeration and air conditioning system pipes; cut, bend and join tubing and pipes. Repair condensate piping for various air conditioning units Participate in the repair and installation of duct work and chassis covers Participate in the inspection and repair of hot water and forced air heating and ventilation equipment Cut threads and assemble pipe and tubing to other components of air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment Perform preventative maintenance on equipment including vacuum pumps, gas detectors, air compressors, meters gauges and torches Perform related work as assigned or required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the heating, ventilation and air conditioning trade Knowledge of proper use and care of heating, ventilation and air conditioning tools and equipment Knowledge of basic refrigeration, heating, ventilation, evaporative cooling and air conditioning principles Knowledge of safe work practices Ability to learn to perform skilled heating, ventilation, evaporative cooling and air conditioning tasks Ability to learn to operate and maintain a variety of heating, ventilation and air conditioning hand tools and power equipment Ability to learn to install, maintain and repair a variety of refrigeration, heating, ventilation and cooling systems Ability to learn to identify and correct refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning problems Ability to learn to work independently in absence of supervision Ability to lift heavy objects and perform heavy manual labor Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Education and Experience
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent HVAC diploma, certificate or equivalent preferred HVAC system monitoring and controls experience, as well as PC skills preferred Equivalent combination of education and experience # of Jobs 2.00
Salary: From 21.63
Teacher Scale N
Minimum Educational Requirements HS diploma
Term 12 Month
Additional Job Information
Special Requirements
N.A.T.E certification (HVAC Support Technician Certification) or ability to obtain within 6 months of starting the position Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job Work can be physically demanding and often requires the ability to climb and maneuver on ladders, scaffolding and/or in tight spaces, bend and kneel and stand for long hours The worker is subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions Work is generally in a moderately noisy to loud environment. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to occasionally shout to be heard above the ambient noise level Work regularly requires the exchange of accurate and detailed information through verbal and written communication Ability to move to other work locations Requires the ability to interact with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
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Job Number 4600311196
Start Date
Open Date 07/10/2025
Closing Date 08/15/2025
General Definition of Work
The HVAC mechanic I, under general supervision, performs entry-level semi-skilled and technical work with minimal decision-making discretion related to the installation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration, heating, ventilation, evaporative cooling and air conditioning equipment and systems. As this position is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience. Employee performs both school-based and district-level work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the maintenance operations supervisor or HVAC assistant supervisor.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary/Status
Hourly NC 10/ Full-time, 12 months
Reports To
Maintenance Operations Supervisor
Place of Work
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
Essential Functions
Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures Assist in repair and maintenance of heating, ventilation, evaporative cooling and air conditioning tasks involved in the replacement and repair of valves, fans, motors, gaskets, filters, belts, fuses, controls, switches, gauges, tubing and pipes Assist in the inspection and testing of heating, refrigeration, evaporative cooling and air conditioning equipment and systems to ensure proper functioning Participate in adjusting and installing valves, thermostats, fans, pressure regulators and pumps Insulate heating, refrigeration and air conditioning system pipes; cut, bend and join tubing and pipes. Repair condensate piping for various air conditioning units Participate in the repair and installation of duct work and chassis covers Participate in the inspection and repair of hot water and forced air heating and ventilation equipment Cut threads and assemble pipe and tubing to other components of air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment Perform preventative maintenance on equipment including vacuum pumps, gas detectors, air compressors, meters gauges and torches Perform related work as assigned or required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of basic methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the heating, ventilation and air conditioning trade Knowledge of proper use and care of heating, ventilation and air conditioning tools and equipment Knowledge of basic refrigeration, heating, ventilation, evaporative cooling and air conditioning principles Knowledge of safe work practices Ability to learn to perform skilled heating, ventilation, evaporative cooling and air conditioning tasks Ability to learn to operate and maintain a variety of heating, ventilation and air conditioning hand tools and power equipment Ability to learn to install, maintain and repair a variety of refrigeration, heating, ventilation and cooling systems Ability to learn to identify and correct refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning problems Ability to learn to work independently in absence of supervision Ability to lift heavy objects and perform heavy manual labor Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Education and Experience
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent HVAC diploma, certificate or equivalent preferred HVAC system monitoring and controls experience, as well as PC skills preferred Equivalent combination of education and experience # of Jobs 2.00
Salary: From 21.63
Teacher Scale N
Minimum Educational Requirements HS diploma
Term 12 Month
Additional Job Information
Special Requirements
N.A.T.E certification (HVAC Support Technician Certification) or ability to obtain within 6 months of starting the position Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job Work can be physically demanding and often requires the ability to climb and maneuver on ladders, scaffolding and/or in tight spaces, bend and kneel and stand for long hours The worker is subject to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions Work is generally in a moderately noisy to loud environment. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to occasionally shout to be heard above the ambient noise level Work regularly requires the exchange of accurate and detailed information through verbal and written communication Ability to move to other work locations Requires the ability to interact with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
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