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Senior HVAC Maintenance Mechanic

Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority
Raleigh, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2026

About us:

Welcome aboard the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority team, where our work environment resembles a well-oiled aviation crew. As operators of the Raleigh-Durham International Airport, we connect central and eastern North Carolina to people and places that matter the most, serving 14.5 million passengers in 2023 and supporting over 85,000 local and regional jobs with a $17 billion annual economic impact. Here, accountability and collaboration are our navigational beacons, guiding us through every task with precision and teamwork. Picture yourself as a vital member of our crew, each role crucial to ensuring smooth operations and safe passage for all. Like a pre-flight checklist, we take workplace safety seriously, conducting thorough pre-hire drug, background, and fingerprint checks to ensure a secure environment for every team member. Whether you're stationed indoors, orchestrating behind the scenes, or outdoors, feeling the rush of the runway, you'll find a supportive atmosphere where your contributions make a real difference. We are committed to delivering excellent airport services, state-of-the-art facilities, and unparalleled customer service, earning a Top Five ranking in passenger satisfaction among large North American Airports in a 2023 J.D. Power survey. At RDU, we believe in investing in our people with a comprehensive benefits package for full-time positions, including professional growth and development opportunities. Join us in this high-flying adventure where accountability, collaboration, and safety are the wings that propel us toward success—watch your career soar with RDU!

About You:

You embody core values that will play a pivotal role in connecting our community to places and the people who matter most. Your commitment to continuous learning will drive innovation and growth, while your unwavering integrity ensures that our brand remains trustworthy and reputable. Your respect for colleagues and clients alike fosters a collaborative and positive environment. Your dedication to excellence in every task you undertake will elevate our brand’s standards. Lastly, your team spirit will unite our efforts and amplify our collective success.

About the Role:

Ensures smooth and efficient operation of the HVAC systems, keeping the RDU Airport Authority facilities running like a well-tuned aircraft. This role navigates through a variety of maintenance challenges, much like a skilled pilot adapting to changing conditions, ensuring the safe and reliable function of our public facility. Additionally, the Senior Maintenance Mechanic plays a crucial role in weather-related operations, such as snow removal or hurricane preparedness, ensuring our 24/7 operation remains airborne without turbulence. This is a 2nd shift position, working from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The schedule will be either Sunday through Thursday (with Friday and Saturday off) or Tuesday through Saturday (with Sunday and Monday off).

Compensation:

  • Maximum – Based on experience
  • Minimum - $ 27.89

**Employees working second shift are eligible for a $1.00 per hour shift differential.

What You’ll Do: 

Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains:

  • Direct expansion air conditioning units
  • A variety of pumps associated with HVAC, from 1 hp to 100 hp throughout the airport
  • The airport's AHUs and ventilation systems
  • Boilers and hot water system
  • Chillers and chilled water system
  • Cooling towers
  • Variable frequency drives
  • Monitors and operates all RDU Building Management Systems
  • Maintains and assists with HVAC water treatment.

What You Need:

Education:

Required:

  • High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

  • Associate degree or Apprentice Program

Experience:

Required:

  • 5 years of experience in directly related trade.

Preferred:

  • 7 years of experience in directly related trade.

Licenses or Certifications:

Required:

  • Valid NC Driver’s License

Preferred:

  • Valid NC State Heating Contractor License - H1 and H3 license.
  • CDL class B License (or ability to obtain within 9 months)

Emergency/Weather Status
This position is considered Essential. This means this department and role are essential to operations and required to be on-site when there is an airport incident (emergency/weather).

RDU Benefits:

At the Authority, we appreciate you and care about your health, happiness, and future. Our benefits start on day one, including medical, dental, vision, tuition assistance, employee discounts, and perks like an on-site gym, a dedicated wellness team, and frequent company and team outings. For a full list of benefit offerings, check out the RDU.com Careers Page

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