Facility Maintenance Technician - Mechanical Trades

Facilities Operations reports directly to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management and is responsible for the planning, repair, renovation, and maintenance of all NCCU facilities.

Primary Purpose of Position

The primary purpose of this position is to perform a variety of tasks ranging from routine and unskilled to highly skilled in the mechanical trades including but not limited to Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, and Welding. Must apply methods and general procedures of applicable trades/maintenance techniques and develop skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment appropriate to trade.

May be asked to perform work in a specialty area or perform tasks requiring specialized skills in multiple trades. Tasks may include maintenance, repair, placement, fabrication, installation, alteration, construction and design of facility components requiring the application of skills in planning, problem-solving, attention to detail, teamwork, communication and adherence to safety. May serve as lead technician and/or crew leader, directing the work of others. Position 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.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The successful candidate must possess a working knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of high pressure steam-generation, condensation and distribution systems; knowledge of HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, and mechanical systems; knowledge of the principles and method of acetylene and electric welding; Applications; ability to operate electronic controls, power tools, and hand tools; ability to follow instructions and be proactive; ability to work independently with little or no supervision; to take initiative to see projects through to completion; to learn, interpret and analyze information to make necessary decisions; to exercise judgment and discretion in problem solving; to plan, prioritize and organize workflow; ability to work flexible schedules; excellent analytical and organizational skills along with written and oral communication skills. A valid driver's license is required.

Minimum Education/Experience

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification(s). Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

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Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

HVAC License

• H1, H2 ad H3 preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Work Hours Monday

• Friday 7:30 a.m.

• 4:30 p.m. Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies Yes Campus Security Authority Designated Position No