HVAC Controls Technician

Overview

Please note: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, ensure you have fully completed the entire application, including the Work History section, before you apply. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered. This position is being recruited at the Advanced level. If no applicants meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, management may consider other applicants.

Salary will be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

This posting also includes benefits of working at UNCW and details about the university. See the Benefits section for more information.

Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a vibrant university community and a location near the beach. UNCW provides a comprehensive benefits package, along with programs, resources, policies, and practices that support work/life balance. Full-time employees are eligible for dental, vision, and health insurance plans.

Health insurance eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are available.

Full-time employees are eligible for the tuition waiver program (up to three undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or within the UNC System) and UNCW covers one course in each summer session. UNCW also offers a free Campus Recreation Center membership, vaccines on campus, wellness programs, voluntary supplemental insurance, pretax flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, paid community service leave time, and paid vacation and sick leave accrual after 12 months of service.

Training and development programs are available through the Dare to Learn Academy and the employee assistance program, many offered free of charge.

Maintain and service all heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation, and building control systems. This includes building automation and control systems to achieve optimal operation or energy efficiency, and making recommendations for modifications based on analysis of systems. Perform measurements, adjustments, and repairs to DDC, electrical, and pneumatic control systems. Conduct preventive maintenance on building control system devices and assist with preventive maintenance of heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and ventilation equipment.

Note: This position is designated as mandatory personnel and may require reporting to work during adverse weather conditions and assisting with snow, ice, and debris removal or HVAC issues related to weather events.

Minimum

Education and Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

• 5 or more years documentable work experience in the controls industry.
• 5 or more years of experience in BAS installation & service as related to direct expansion & chilled/heated water HVAC systems.
• Working knowledge of pneumatic control systems.
• CFC universal certificate, types 1, 2 & 3.
• Working knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS), Energy Management Systems (EMS) and/or process automation systems.
• Ability to install and troubleshoot DDC sensors and control devices, including conduit and cabling systems.
• Ability to use a personal computer to diagnose and manipulate equipment using Building Automation Systems.

Valid NC driver's license, or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Months per year: 12 months

Work Days:
Monday - Friday

Work Hours:

6:00am - 4:00pm

Type of Position:
Permanent

Position Number: 7808

Job Posting Date: 01/22/2026

Posting Close Date: 02/22/2026

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