Facility Maint Tech Mech Trds

The Division of Student Affairs provides opportunities that foster safety, affirmation, and belonging while supporting the academic, artistic, and holistic development of every student, as they strive to achieve their potential as student-artists in their global community. UNCSA's student body consists of 500+ commuter and 700+ residential high school and college students.

Within the Division, the area of Student Affairs Operations provides on-going maintenance and on-call support for 420+ residential college and 200+ residential high school students.

This position is responsible for conducting preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance and repairs within UNCSA's on-campus residential facilities, which house students ranging in age from early teens to late twenties. The employee applies technical expertise across multiple building systems-HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical-while maintaining an awareness of the unique operational, safety, and developmental considerations present in residential student living environments.

Working both independently and as part of a broader facilities and housing team, this role ensures the functionality, comfort, and safety of student spaces by adhering to institutional standards, regulatory requirements, and manufacturer specifications. The employee is expected to respond to service requests in a timely, professional, and student-centered manner, in alignment with the mission and goals of the Division of Student Affairs and the Housing Department.

This position also provides consultation and technical support to UNCSA Facilities Management staff and outsourced contractors, contributing to a coordinated and efficient approach to campus maintenance. The employee is expected to demonstrate initiative, flexibility, and a commitment to continuous improvement in customer service delivery and facilities support.

Monday - Friday
Some weekend/emergency on-call rotations.

8am-5pm
Some weekend/emergency on-call rotations.

Supports the operation, safety, and long-term reliability of university residential facilities by performing skilled maintenance and repair duties across mechanical trades.

This position provides comprehensive facilities maintenance for UNCSA's residential communities, including the college residence hall (Artist Village), high school residence halls (Moore and Sanford Halls), and campus apartments (Center Stage Apartments).

Supports a student-centered, responsive, and solutions-oriented approach to facilities maintenance in UNCSA residential communities.

Ensures the health, safety, and operational continuity of residential facilities by performing preventive maintenance and adhering to applicable safety standards.

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.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training and experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Having an APPA Educational Facilities Professional Certification

OSHA 10-Hour Training Course Certification

Ability to perform a variety of recurring and non-recurring tasks/functions. These
tasks/functions may involve related or varying processes to test, renovate, overhaul, replace,
and perform preventive maintenance on standard mechanical systems.
Ability to provide technical assistance to others by troubleshooting standard facilities
maintenance issues and determining their cause.
Ability to mentor other technicians.

Ability to identify facilities-related maintenance problems that require in-depth
analysis, and identify options for solving those problems.
Ability to solve unusual facility maintenance problems that require the application of
journey level trades knowledge and determines the most effective and efficient
course of action.
Ability to gather and analyze/interpret information to better understand the nature of
the problem. May seek input from subordinates, peers, and/or managers in the
decision-making process in order to solve the problem.
Ability to evaluate options and choose appropriate action by considering potential
outcomes.
Ability to make sure that problem is appropriately addressed.

Ability to ensure all work meets and/or exceeds applicable codes and standards.
Ability to check and re-check work prior to, during, and after completion.
Ability to ensure that all parts of a project/task are completed.
Ability to use appropriate record keeping methods.

Ability to determine project/assignment by breaking them down into tasks.
Ability to set objectives and prioritize activities and tasks; ability to adjust priorities when
appropriate.
Ability to take advantage of available resources (personnel, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently.
Ability to anticipate obstacles/roadblocks and prepare alternative plans to ensure timely task
accomplishment.
Ability to use time effectively and not let distractions interfere with completion of the job/project.

Ability to clarify the purpose and importance of directives, instructions, and messages;
ability to present information in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to seek input, listen, and check for mutual understanding; ability to ask for and
provide clarification as needed.
Ability to explain purpose and procedures of facilities maintenance projects in language
easily understood by the customer.

Ability to identify and resolve potential safety problems and unsafe work practices.
Ability to demonstrate to employees and others, safe ways to perform job tasks or the
use of equipment.
Ability to inform supervisor of unusual safety concerns and make recommendations for
resolution.
Ability to determine appropriate protective equipment based on established standards.
Ability to regularly assess site and shop operations for safety.

Ability to identify options, develop solutions, and take action when responding to customer requests.
Ability to satisfy individual customer requests while balancing multiple priorities.
Ability to assess or check with customer to ensure solution meets request.
Ability to develop effective working relationships with internal/external customers
(vendors, subcontractors, etc.) that further the work unit's goals.
Ability to review customer requests and seek clarification as needed.

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants are welcome to apply without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national guard, or veteran status. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application process as required by state regulations will result in your application being rejected for the vacancy and you will not be considered for the position. The UNCSA participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks.

EEO Contact Information
Applicants needing assistance with the application process are asked to contact: suttonar@uncsa.edu