Plumber

special instructions

** 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

department cs-plumbing-246201

career area facilities and skilled trades

is this an internal only recruitment?

is this an internal only recruitment? No

posting open date

posting open date 08/21/2026

Final date to receive applications

Final date to receive applications 08/31/2026

position type

position type permanent staff (shra)

position title

position title facility maint tech - mechtrd - journey

salary grade equivalent

salary grade equivalent nc10 / gn08

working title

working title plumber

position number

position number

vacancy

vacancy  p021317

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

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

if time-limited, estimated duration of appointment

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

construction services provides quality and professional construction services in support of maintaining, renovating and improving the function, safety, comfort and sustainability of campus facilities. The services delivered enable the university to preserve buildings while renovating, adapting and updating them to meet the changing needs of our customers and this campus. Our goal is to ensure that all projects are completed efficiently and effectively.

Additionally, the quality of all craftsmanship will meet or exceed all industry, regulatory and university practices. Construction services delivers renovation, alteration, maintenance or repair projects for the university with an estimated cost of less than five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000). Estimates are available upon request, prior to commencement of work.

position summary

a sign
-on bonus of $4,668 is available for the successful applicant of this position paid in 2 installments within 12 months of hire : $2,334 within 30 days of hire date & $2,334 12 months after hire date .

the duties and responsibilities of this plumber in construction services include reading and interpreting blueprints, using plumbing tools and equipment to perform maintenance of pumps, pipe fittings, and hvac installations.

* must possess a valid nc driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one prior to hire date.

minimum education and experience requirements

high school diploma or equivalency; or…