HVAC Mechanic - Dan River Prison Work Farm

About the role

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 Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the vacancy announcement should be used as management preferences and be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants. Management Preferences: Documented experience in HVAC (Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning) Systems. Documented knowledge in reading blueprints, schematic and wiring diagrams. Salary Range: $39,244.00 - $68,679.00 This is a REPOST. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply. 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 tasks of installation, operation, preventive maintenance and repair of three facilities heating, cooling, and ventilation equipment. May also entail troubleshooting and testing of electrical, digital, and pneumatic controls. Primarily performs 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. Will work with minimum custody offenders and have frequent contact with offenders. The individual in this position must be available on a rotating basis for emergency call back. Individual should have some knowledge in the use of a personal computer. Additional duties as assigned. The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before the End Date. Dan River Prison Work Farm is in Blanch, NC. The facility sits on a 187.5-acre site in the north-central area of Caswell County and houses felon and misdemeanant minimum custody adult male offenders. Work assignments include food service, maintenance, janitorial and other institutional jobs. Other assignments include maintenance work at Caswell Correctional Center and the offender construction program. Work Schedule This is a full-time position (40 hours per week). The selected candidate will work Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. Hours may vary at times depending on the business needs of the facility. Compensation and Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NC Flex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits . Note to Current State Employees: State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result. Supplemental Contact Information NCDAC 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. For more information about the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections (NCDAC), please visit us at our website . Application Process Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. - Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process