Maintenance Mechanic

The purpose of this position is to provide a safe, clean, and comfortable living and learning environment in the residence halls and designated student life areas of the University of North Carolina at Asheville. This position is highly visible throughout the department and the University. This position interacts on a frequent basis with students, staff, faculty, and visitors of the University. All Housing and Residence Life staff are expected to represent the department and university well in these interactions.

This position will require the employee to function at the journey level in all aspects pertaining to building systems and trades. Primary responsibilities will be preventative and reactive maintenance on various trades and building systems in all residence hall buildings and other student life facilities. Trades and systems include plumbing, electrical/electronics, HVAC, fire protection, carpentry, and locksmith. All Housing and Residence Life staff are designated as critical personnel for University.

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification.

Work schedule is primarily Monday - Friday 8:00am -5:00pm. Due to the nature of position and department needs there will be occasional on call responsibilities (approximately one week per month). The employee is expected to respond to campus within 60 minutes when on-call. The employee will be compensated additionally for on-call responsibilities in accordance with UNC Asheville policy. All Housing & Residence Life staff are designated as critical personnel in accordance with UNC Asheville policy.

Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. ( EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned.

Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution.

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

It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.