Lead Electrician
Listed on 2026-10-09
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Building Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrician / Electrical Installation
** 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 https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy.
Posting InformationPosting Information
Department
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 09/15/2026
Final date to receive applications
Final date to receive applications 10/19/2026
Position Type
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Position Title Facility Maint Tech
- Mech Trd
- Journey
Salary Grade Equivalent
Salary Grade Equivalent NC10 / GN08
Working Title
Position Number
Position Number
Vacancy
Vacancy P021380
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
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 300 campus buildings with more than 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, Life Safety Services, and the Office of Waste Reduction and Recycling.
Campus Maintenance operates, maintains and improves the physical environment of the University through a complete line of shop services that include carpentry, electrical, plumbing, masonry, insulation, preventive maintenance and special laboratory equipment repair.
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 .
Serve as a Lead Electrician in Maintenance Shop 245203. Guide shop employees in daily work assignments. Perform maintenance to a variety of equipment and electrical systems, install and repair electrical systems and components from the load side of the service transformer to the last device. To assist Supervisor in inspections to renovation and construction projects. Respond to daily emergency calls as needed.
Keep Supervisor well informed of daily progress.
* Must possess a valid NC Driver’s License or have the ability to obtain one prior to hire.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the…
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