FM Tech Building Trades

October 11, 2024

University of North Carolina at Charlotte


Position Information
General Information

Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Employment Type Permanent – Full-time
If time-limited, note appointment end date
Hours per week 40
Months per year 12
Position Number 011083
NC Salary Grade Equivalency GN06
Classification Title FM Tech Building Trades – Journey
Working Title FM Tech Building Trades
Salary Range $36,734 – $40,815
Anticipate Hiring Range $36,734 – $40,815
FLSA Status Non Exempt
Division Student Affairs
Department Student Union Activities & Rec(Adm)
Work Unit Student Union
Work Schedule Variable based on event and facility needs, otherwise
Tuesday – Saturday 12pm – 8pm during the academic year
Primary Purpose of Position The Maintenance Technician is an integral part of the daily operations, maintenance and preventive care of the Student Union at UNC Charlotte. The primarily responsible is for the development, assessment, and implementation of all related preventive maintenance tasks, work requests, and other assigned projects within the Student Union. He/She should possess at least one trade as carpenter, painter, or plumber at a Journey Level. Serves as a member of the Student Union Facility Services Team and participates in all departmental initiatives and developmental activities. Responsible for guiding and leading efforts to identify and resolve facility-related maintenance problems, as well as promoting outstanding customer service to all constituents of the Student Union.
Minimum Education/Experience Required Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position’s role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

University Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years experience. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position’s role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Essential Job Duties
  • Responsible for the development, assessment, and implementation of all related preventive maintenance tasks, work requests, and other assigned projects within the Student Union.
  • Possess at least one trade as carpenter, painter, or plumber.
  • Perform daily building inspections (maintenance needs, risk management issues, items for future attention, etc.) and report to the Maintenance Supervisor.
  • Guide and lead efforts to identify and resolve facility-related maintenance problems.
  • Promote outstanding customer service to all constituents of the Student Union.
  • Maintain a consistent, high quality standard when making repairs to Student Union facilities, fixtures, and furniture.
  • Work within routine safety, maintenance, repair and inspection schedules. Respond to all in-house maintenance requests in a timely manner, making referrals to Facilities Management as necessary.
  • Maintain consistent and detailed communication with Maintenance Supervisor regarding all maintenance related projects and issues; provide data/reports as required.
Other Work Responsibilities
  • Manage all maintenance supply inventories. Maintain a listing of all items in inventory. Coordinate replenishment activity to ensure parts and supplies are available when needed.
  • Recommend Facilities Management work orders or purchase requisitions to the Maintenance Supervisor for repair items that cannot be completed in-house.
  • Identify and repair or refer problems with security and door hardware and locks.
  • Act as liaison with Facilities Management departments, contractors, and vendors.
  • Assist in maintaining all vehicles in coordination with Physical Plant Preventative Maintenance schedules, keeping them fueled, cleaned and maintained at all times.
  • Conduct appropriate assessment activities related to building maintenance, operations, services, environmental controls and other areas as needed, and make recommendations for improvements.
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
  • Three or more years of progressive experience in the performance of tasks associated with one or more assigned trades, including two years of journey level work in the at least one building trade; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Three or more years of experience in a Student Center, Student Union or University Center environment, and a general understanding of the role that a Student Union plays on a college campus.
  • Experience in carpentry, painting, plastering, plumbing, maintenance and repair.
  • Ability to use and care for mechanical and power hand tools including, but not limited to, saws (hand, band, radial, table, and miter), drills and drill presses, sanders, pipe threaders, paint applicators, ladders, lifts, planes, and routers.
  • Proficient computer skills (MS Office suite, email, mainframe applications).
  • Ability to troubleshoot plumbing systems, as well as use tools necessary to prepare work surfaces for paint and other finishes.
  • Strong organizational skills documented by prior experience.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of symbols and principles involved in plans, blueprints, and drawings.
  • Understands and complies with University Safety, State, and OSHA requirements and reading safety manuals.
  • Ability to develop collaborative relationships.
  • Ability to measure materials or distances, using square measuring tape, or ruler.
  • Physical strength sufficient to perform heavy tasks.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications Positions may be required to possess and maintain required certification, licensure, educational level, and/or experience criteria as applicable to the tasks being performed and follow applicable building codes.
Work Location Student Union
Posting date 09/28/2022
Closing date 10/13/2022
Proposed Hire Date 10/31/2022
Contact Information
Special Notes to Applicants UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits

The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.
* The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist​.
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