Hourly Maintenance Technician - T00942

Posting Number temp hourly1054P Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/26258 Classification Title Working Title Hourly Maintenance Technician

• T00942 Department Residential Living Salary Range $12-$16 depending upon experience Posting Information

Performs skilled and semi-skilled repairs including, but not limited to: window screen fabrication and repair, minor to major wood repairs (desk drawers, shelves, furniture repair, etc.), window blind repair/replacement, ceiling tile replacement, changing light bulbs, moving furniture, installing vinyl tile, patching carpet, replacement of cove base etc.

• Assist the Assistant Director for Facilities, Associate Director for Facilities, Housekeeping Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor in the ordering and delivery process for all housekeeping and maintenance supplies.

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on housekeeping equipment, vehicle fleet, and assorted maintenance equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

The ability to follow written and verbal instructions; the ability to perform medium to perform medium to heavy physical work; the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and the ability to work well with others. Performs skilled and semi-skilled repairs including, but not limited to: window screen fabrication and repair, minor to major wood repairs (desk drawers, shelves, furniture repair, etc.), window blind repair/replacement, ceiling tile replacement, changing light bulbs, moving furniture, installing vinyl tile, patching carpet, replacement of cove base etc.

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.

valid divers license

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Text

Open Date 06/13/2024 Close Date 08/31/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must apply online. PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS. A resume and list of references are required attachments to complete the application process. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview.

Please Note: Temporary employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks.

Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Background/E-Verify

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks.

Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

Credential Verification

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

AA/EOE

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

University Safety

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