HVAC Mechanic - Dan River Prison Farm
Listed on 2026-10-03
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Trades / Skilled Labor
HVAC Tech / Heating Engineer
Agency
Adult Correction
Division
COO - OPS - Institutions Operations
Job Classification Title
HVAC Mechanic I (S)
Position Number
Grade
NC08
About Us
The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community.
Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!
Description of Work
This position is HVAC Mechanic I located at the Dan River Prison Work Farm in Blanch, NC. This facility houses approximately 640 minimum, male offenders.
Reporting to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor, the HVAC Mechanic I position will perform a variety of installs and preventive maintenance.
Key Duties Included:
- Perform task for three facilities specific to heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment.
-Troubleshoot and test electrical, digital, and pneumatic controls. - Perform preventive maintenance actions as required on HVAC and refrigeration equipment, ice machines, water coolers, water pumps, and air compressors.
- Instruct lower-level assistants and offenders in performing technical repairs.
-Supervise minimum custody offenders during work assignments, contact and communication will be frequent.
-Must be available on a rotating basis for emergency call back.
-Use a computer to submit and complete some work assignments, quotes, pricing, purchase request etc.. - Additional duties as assigned.
Knowledge
Skills and Abilities
/Management Preferences
Salary Range: $39,244.00 - $68,679.00
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:
- Documented experience in HVAC (Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning) Systems.
- Documented knowledge in reading blueprints, schematic and wiring diagrams.
State Benefits Information:
The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Health Insurance options
- Retirement Plans
- NC Flex Supplemental Benefits
- Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
- Paid Parental Leave
Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.
Repost
-Previous Applicants Must Reapply To Be Considered For This Vacancy
About The Division of I nstitutions:
The Division of Institutions manages the daily operations of all state-operated prison facilities across North Carolina. Facilities are categorized by custody levels (minimum, medium, close) and house individuals serving sentences for felony convictions. The division provides safety, security, and rehabilitative services through trained custody staff, program facilitators, and administrative personnel.
Supplemental Application Information:
Application Process
NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include:
- Complete education history (including high school)
- Full work experience details
- Certificates and licenses, if applicable
- Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
- Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination.
- Applicantsmaybe subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.
If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.
Education Equivalency Verification
The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials…
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