What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC/Refrigeration Technician position at Carmel Country Club?
Carmel Country Club is seeking an experienced HVAC/Refrigeration Technician to join our Facilities Team. This position is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial HVAC, refrigeration, kitchen equipment, and building mechanical systems throughout our 380-acre campus.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician looking to move away from the demands of residential or commercial service work and into a stable, team-oriented environment with consistent hours and a focus on preventive maintenance and long-term facility care.
Essential Responsibilities
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain commercial HVAC equipment including:
Water Source Heat Pumps, Rooftop Units, Split Systems, Exhaust and Make-Up Air Systems, Ventilation Equipment
• Maintain commercial refrigeration equipment including:
Walk-in Coolers and Freezers, Reach-in Refrigerators and Freezers, Ice Machines, Beverage Cooling Equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical and control systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Install new HVAC and refrigeration equipment as needed.
• Respond to equipment failures in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using the club’s computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Assist with capital improvement projects and equipment replacements.
• Coordinate with outside contractors when specialized services are required.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable mechanical, electrical, and safety codes.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for emergency service when necessary.
• Assist other Facilities Team members with general maintenance projects as workload permits.
Qualifications
• Minimum of 5 years of commercial HVAC/Refrigeration experience.
• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification required.
• Strong understanding of electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and equipment schematics.
• Experience with commercial refrigeration systems preferred.
• Experience with water source heat pumps is highly desirable.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
• HVAC Journeyman License or equivalent experience.
• Experience working in hospitality, country clubs, hotels, healthcare, or institutional facilities.
• Knowledge of building automation or control systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance software or CMMS.
Physical Requirements
• Lift up to 75 pounds.
• Work from ladders, lifts, and rooftops.
• Frequently bend, kneel, climb, and work in confined spaces.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
What We Offer
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off
• 401K
• Uniforms provided
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Modern tools and equipment
• Stable year-round employment
• Positive, team-focused work environment
About Carmel Country Club
Carmel Country Club is one of the premier private clubs in the Southeast, featuring two championship golf courses, tennis, aquatics, fitness, dining, and a 92,000-square-foot clubhouse. Our Facilities Department maintains over a dozen buildings across a 380-acre campus and takes pride in delivering first-class service to our members through exceptional maintenance and craftsmanship.
If you are a motivated HVAC/Refrigeration professional who takes pride in quality workmanship and wants to be part of a respected facilities team, we encourage you to apply.
We exceed expectations by following the C.A.R.M.E.L. Way
Courtesy
Awareness
Relationship building
Making it special
Enthusiasm
Latitude
Our Chief Priorities
*Be the Premier Family Club in the Southeast
*Be an Employer of Choice in Charlotte
*Maintain Facility Excellence
*Provide a Safe & Secure Environment
*Deliver an Excellent Member Experience
We find creative ways to get to a “Yes”
Carmel is a club that offers what we can do as opposed to saying what we cannot do. Our team works together to find a way to accommodate member requests as long as the outcome is safe, legal, and courteous. Sometimes the hardest part of this is meeting the last requirement: courteousness. If the request will disrupt other members or negatively impact your team members, then we need to find a creative solution to offer the member.
About Us
Carmel has earned recognition as a Platinum Club of America, a Five Star Private Club and was named the number 13 private club in America by Club Leaders Forum. Charlotte Observer named Carmel Top Places to Work in 2023. We appreciate all these fine recognitions, but we take our greatest pride in our family atmosphere and all the wonderful moments members have experienced and shared over the years, and the teamwork shared by our team members. Carmel is a symbol of tradition in Charlotte, a place where the whole family loves to be, and everyone feels more at home.
What we offer:
*Competitive wages paid biweekly
*Benefits for regular, full-time team members:
Paid time off
Cost-shared medical & prescription benefits
Club paid basic life insurance, long and short-term disability
Dental, vision, life insurance, Health Savings Account
401k with Club match for eligible team members
*Perks for all team members
Daily meals, sodas, and ice cream located in a comfortable, air-conditioned environment inside the clubhouse
Golf and tennis playing privileges
Discounts on items in our Tennis and Golf shops
Training and growth opportunities
Please note:
*We regret that we cannot contact all applicants directly. You will receive an auto response when your application has been received.
*Offers of employment are contingent upon applicants consenting to, and successfully passing, a pre-employment screening.
*We are a drug free workplace.
*We comply with E-Verify procedures.
*If the position requires a team member to drive machinery or a golf cart, a valid driver's license must be presented, and a Motor Vehicle Report may be required.
*We comply with state and federal regulations for youth employment. You must be at least 16 years of age to work at Carmel Country Club and have a youth certificate filed. Learn more here: Youth Employment Certificate | NC DOL