Facility Maint Tech - MechTrd - Journey

posting information

department: cs-plumbing-246201

career area: facilities and skilled trades

is this an internal only recruitment? no

posting open date: 08/21/2026

Final date to receive applications: 09/17/2026

position type: permanent staff (shra)

position title: facility maint tech - mechtrd - journey

salary grade equivalent: nc10 / gn08

working title: plumber

position number:

vacancy : p021317

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

hours per week: 40

work schedule: monday – friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

work location: chapel hill, nc

position location: north carolina, us

hiring range: $47,263 - $63,438

notice to applicants: this position is not eligible for h-1b sponsorship.

a global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the university of north carolina at chapel hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities
. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

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.

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.

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.

high school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification. Optional guidelines: experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

demonstrated experience in plumbing construction preferred.

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