Maintenance Mechanic

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** eligibility for sign-on bonus**

the selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the state policy following requirements:

to be eligible for a sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in north carolina state government, including but not limited to the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system in a position subject to the state human resources act.

a newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).

this shra sign-on bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the pay back agreement form. Additional information regarding the shra sign-on policy can be found (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

posting information

department

career area facilities and skilled trades

is this an internal only recruitment?

no

posting open date

07/31/2026

Final date to receive applications

08/10/2026

position type

permanent staff (shra)

position title

facility maint tech - bldg trd - journey

salary grade equivalent

nc06 / gn06

working title

maintenance mechanic

position number

vacancy

p021249

full-time/part-time permanent/time-limited

full-time permanent

if time-limited, estimated duration of appointment

hours per week 40

work schedule

monday – friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Or 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Depending on shop needs

this position is not eligible for h-1b sponsorship.

one of the best college towns and best places to live in the united states, chapel hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

university employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. Unc
-chapel hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

primary purpose of organizational unit

building services provide full maintenance and repair services for all unc facilities and ensure the proper operation of those facilities in support of the unc mission of teaching, research and public service. Building services supports more than 400 campus buildings with approximately 18 million gross square feet of space. The teams that provide quality maintenance, repair and construction services that support the teaching, research, and public service mission of the university include campus maintenance, emcs , facilities operations support, housing support, hvac systems, and life safety services.

Housing support is an effective team of employees providing maintenance and repair services, including a safe and secure environment for the 9000 students living in 37 residence halls and 700 apartments. Trade skills include cabinetmaking, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, electronics, sheet metal, roofing, painting and hvac . We identify, estimate, plan and complete minor facility renovation projects via our own housing support internal shops, facilities services construction shops, and/or private contractors.

We provide year-round, 24-hour customer service to our resident students and housing staff. Housing support also conducts all scheduled facility maintenance inspections within its facilities. This unit is the primary point of contact for the residence halls and dispatches the request to the appropriate shop.

position summary

a sign
-on bonus of $4,081 is available for the successful applicant of this position paid in 2…