FM Mechanical Trades Technician
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
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.
Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application.
* Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
* Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.
* These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.
Position Information
General Information
| Vacancy Open to |
All Candidates |
| Employment Type |
Permanent - Full-time |
| If time-limited, note appointment end date |
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| Hours per week |
40 |
| Months per year |
12 |
| Position Number |
010529 |
| NC Salary Grade Equivalency |
GN05 |
| Classification Title |
FM Tech Mechanical Trades-Contributing |
| Working Title |
FM Mechanical Trades Technician |
| Salary Range |
$35,099 - $41,736 |
| Anticipate Hiring Range |
$35,099 - $41,736 |
| FLSA Status |
Non Exempt |
| Division |
Business Affairs |
| Department |
Facilities Management (Adm) |
| Work Unit |
FM HVAC Shop |
| Work Schedule |
8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Monday - Friday with 'on-call' designation.
This position is designated as 'mandatory' and, when contacted to report to work, its incumbent is expected to reach the campus as expeditiously as possible using normal precautions as dictated by the adverse weather conditions. |
| Primary Purpose of Position |
This is a Facility Maintenance Technician (Mechanical Trades) at the Contributing level. The position is considered to be fully functioning in a particular trade area. Additionally, this position is expected to be able to perform all general maintenance work at the contributing level. This position may also be given the opportunity to perform/learn another trade discipline either at the contributing or journey level. Tasks may include maintenance, repair, placement, fabrication, installation, alteration, and construction of facility components in the Housing Shop. |
| 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. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. |
| Essential Job Duties |
The FM Tech Mechanical Trades performs under the direction of the Maintenance Operations Housing Shop Supervisor.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Responsible for performing routine maintenance of HVAC and refrigeration equipment to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and/or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
- You are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to use electrical test devices to troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment.
- Assist in diagnosing mechanical problems and determine how to correct them by checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.
- Use standard hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
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| Other Work Responsibilities |
- Act as a contributing worker and provide assistance to other facility maintenance technicians.
- Work with supervision or instruction, and complete work with competence and professionalism in compliance with generally accepted trade practices.
- Communicate effectively with customers, and managers, and provide high-quality customer service based on University policy and procedures.
- Record daily activities in an order tracking system (CMMS).
- Perform other duties as assigned and/or delegated to support all operations.
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| Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education |
- High school diploma or GED equivalency.
- Associate's degree from an accredited institution preferred in HVAC or Engineering Technology.
- Experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
- Ability to effectively communicate the English language (reading, writing, interpretation, and comprehension) required.
- Effective skills in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.
- Computer literate.
- Knowledge and skill with Google Chrome, Microsoft Word, and Excel, and willingness to learn new programs.
- Ability to effectively work/interact with persons from different backgrounds and cultures.
- Ability to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork.
- Selected candidate must have the physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
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| 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.
- Valid driver's license required. The HVAC Shop position requires the operation of assigned vehicles on and/or off campus and is required to possess, maintain, or obtain a valid driver's license upon appointment to the position.
- E.P.A. 608 Refrigerant certification
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| Work Location |
FM Building |
| Posting date |
02/21/2025 |
| Closing date |
03/06/2025 |
| Proposed Hire Date |
03/17/2025 |
| Contact Information |
Charles Mauldin |
| 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.
Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application.
* Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.
If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
* Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.
* These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- *
How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- UNC Charlotte Website
- HERC Job Board
- Inside Higher Education
- Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
- Another Website
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Other
Where did you learn about this posting?
(Open Ended Question)
- *
Do you have a valid driver's license?
- *
Do you have any professional experience installing, servicing, repairing or maintaining HVAC systems?
- *
Do you currently hold an EPA Universal HVAC certification?
Required Documents
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
Optional Documents
- Military Service Record (DD-214)
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University of North Carolina Charlotte
$35,099 - $41,736
Feb 21, 2025