Job Description

Job Title: HVAC Technician

Location: Charlotte, NC, 28269

Duration: 6+Months

Rate: $27/hr on W2

Shift details (Hours, Weekends or OT) 7AM-3:30PM, Weekends and overtime as needed

Job Summary:

• Carrier is seeking a skilled and reliable Maintenance Mechanic to support the daily operations of our engineering labs.
• This individual will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide variety of mechanical, HVAC, and test equipment used in research and development testing.
• The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, experience in a technical lab or manufacturing environment, and a commitment to safety and quality.
• Key Responsibilities:
• Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance on lab infrastructure and HVAC test equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues on compressors, pumps, chillers, heat exchangers, valves, and related components.
• Support installation and commissioning of new test rigs and lab systems, including mechanical hookups, alignments, and calibrations.
• Maintain accurate service logs and preventive maintenance records.
• Conduct inspections and safety checks of lab utilities, including chilled water, compressed air, refrigerant systems, and electrical interfaces.
• Follow and enforce safety protocols and lab operating procedures in accordance with Carrier and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the lab maintenance workspace and inventory.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in mechanical maintenance or HVAC systems in a lab, manufacturing, or industrial setting.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment manuals.
• Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and test instruments.
• Understanding of safety procedures and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols.
• Comfortable working in a test environment with experimental systems and changing configurations.
• Familiarity with basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• EPA 608 Certification (Universal).
• Experience working with HVAC/R test labs or environmental chambers.
• Forklift or overhead crane certification is a plus.
• Work Environment: Hands-on role requiring frequent standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), climbing ladders, and working around moving mechanical equipment.
• Exposure to temperature variations, refrigerants, compressed gases, and other lab-specific conditions.
• Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be required to support critical maintenance schedules.

Shift : Shift 1

Education : HS Diploma/GED

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