HVAC Technician

Job Title: HVAC Technician

Work Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00pm, may vary

Job Category: StaffBe a Pirate! East Carolina University (ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output. Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn. ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits. The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance. Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit - The Administration & Finance Division encompasses a broad range of operational, financial, technological, safety, administrative and people-focused units that support the daily functions and long-term success of the university. Campus Operations includes Facilities Engineering & Architectural Services, Facilities Services, and Housekeeping Services. Campus Operations is responsible for the support of all university real property including buildings, infrastructure, and grounds. Responsibilities on the university's Main, Health Sciences, and West Research Campuses, and satellite locations associated with ECU programs include major and minor renovations and construction; corrective and preventive maintenance and repairs by utilities services (controls, electrical, HVAC, life safety, plumbing, central steam and chilled water operations), building services (carpentry, locksmith, masonry, paint, roofing), and automotive services; maintenance of grounds by grounds services, recycling, refuse removal, sustainability; and moving services and housekeeping services support of academic, administrative, athletic, classroom, clinical, dining, laboratory, library, performing arts, and residence life spaces. HVAC shop in Utilities Services, a unit in Facilities Services responsible for corrective and preventive maintenance and repairs by utilities services (controls, electrical, HVAC, life safety, plumbing, central steam and chilled water operations), on the university's Main, Health Sciences, and West Research Campuses, and satellite locations. Primary Purpose of Position - This position is responsible for performing the full range of journey work duties in the HVAC trade i.e., maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and replace the heating, ventilation, air conditioning equipment, and refrigeration equipment and pneumatic control systems on all campus buildings. Reporting to the HVAC supervisor, the position has primary responsibility for installation, modification, adjustment, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC, refrigeration, and pneumatic instrumentation used in building automation systems. The position may also service equipment such as solid-state motor starters, variable speed drives, and electronic controls.

Key Responsibilities Include: Performs preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and operational support for HVAC systems and equipment while ensuring safe and efficient operation. (50%) Performs skilled maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of HVAC and refrigeration systems and related controls. (33%) Replaces HVAC media and filters (10%) Inspects campus buildings and equipment, performs repairs, and maintains operational records. (5%) Assists with training mechanics and maintains training records and documentation, ensures safety compliance. (2%)Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience - High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification. License or Certification required by statute or regulation - N/APreferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience - Experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of air conditioning equipment, chillers, cooling towers, chilled water distribution, air handling equipment, and control systems. Ability to interpret blueprints, equipment installation instructions, and reference manuals. Computer, electrical, electronic, variable speed drive and materials procurement experience is desired. EPAFC Certification preferred. License or Certification required by the Department - Valid NC Driver License Required. Special Instructions to Applicant - Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment). Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities. Additional Instructions to Applicant Job Open Date - 10/22/2026 Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. - 11/02/2026 Open Until Filled - NoNondiscrimination Statement - East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA - Coordinator@ecu.edu.Eligibility for Employment - Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU 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. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity - If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our