HVAC Mechanic II; Broughton Hospital

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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Dept of Health and Human Services

Broughton Hospital

HVAC Mechanic II (S)

NC10

Worker will report to HVAC supervisor and should be able to work largely independently on assigned duties, including advanced heating and cooling, troubleshooting and repairs. Daily worker will oversee chillers and other HVAC systems ranging from 1 ton to 400 tons. Also, will maintain, troubleshoot and repair large commercial coolers and freezer systems. Work will include servicing and repairing ice machines.

This work will require participation in an after‑hour call back program due to the nature of working in a hospital setting.

Requires current certification by the Environmental Protection Agency as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations part 82, subpart

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Recruitment Range: $41,655.00 - $72,897.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Knowledge of HVAC systems.

• Work experience in an institutional/hospital environment a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical controls, direct digital controls, and BAS (building automation systems) a plus.
• Knowledge of Variable speed drives (VFD).
• Ability to read wiring diagrams & schematics.
• Applicant must be able to exercise good judgement & at times work independently.

Ability to walk, stand, kneel, crawl, climb, stoop, & lift. Ability to perform very heavy work. Requires visual acuity to be able to perform activities for the job such as operating machinery or performing mechanical trade tasks of a non‑repetitive nature. Ability to work within environmental factors such as cold or hot temperatures inside or outside. Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50lbs, climb a ladder, and work in temperatures over 85 °F for more than 30 minutes.

Must be able to pass a respirator fit test.

Selected applicants must be able to pass a State Bureau of Investigation Criminal History Check, and complete and pass BLS/CPR training and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training during orientation.

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

Monday - Friday, 1st shift (7:30 am – 4:00 pm), weekends, holidays, and evenings after 4:00 pm as necessary; emergency or inclement weather callback. Required to perform on‑call duties as primary or secondary on‑call staff.

Broughton Hospital is one of the three regional psychiatric hospitals with statutory responsibility for operating as part of the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities (DSOHF). With the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, we provide help and support to North Carolinians, and their families, experiencing mental illness. Our hospital serves the western thirty‑seven (37) counties of North Carolina, as part of the state's system of care and treatment for persons with mental illness.

DHHS uses the Merit‑Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

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