Facility Maintenance Technician- Mechanical Trades - Boiler & Steam Operator Pool

Posting Details

Position Information

Position/Classification

Title:

Facility Maintenance Technician - Mechanical Trades

Working Title:

Facility Maintenance Technician
- Mechanical Trades - Boiler & Steam Operator [Pool]

Competency Level: Journey

Position Number: 102102

Salary Grade Equivalent:

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Appointment Type:
Permanent - Full Time

FTE: 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months

Department Hiring Range: $35,099 - $49,000

EEO-1 Category:
Service Workers

SOC Code: 49-9021 - Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers

Posting Date: 02/19/2026

Close Date: 03/06/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants:
This is a pooled posting for the following position numbers: 102102, 102103, 100979, and 100859.

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Primary Function of Organizational Unit:
The Facilities Operations Unit reports directly to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Facilities Management and is responsible for the planning, repair, renovation and maintenance of all NCCU facilities.

Primary Purpose of Position:
The primary purpose of this position is to ensure the proper operations, maintenance and repair of the steam and hot water producing and distribution plant s position is responsible for all steam and steam-driven equipment on campus. The system includes boilers (11 currently), generators, fuel systems, chemical treatment systems, 3 campus-wide piping systems for condensate, domestic hot water, and steam, gauges, pumps, blowers, etc.

The system encompasses all controls in building mechanical rooms that use steam and hot water. The position also ensures that systems are monitored and inspected constantly, and equipment adjusted to avoid malfunctions and ensures that the equipment is operating within set operation ranges. This work involves quality assurance, valve, pump and pipe repair, gauge calibration, boiler repair and operation, chemical analysis, precision, measuring, system controls, hydrostatic testing, troubleshooting, and problem solving.

This is a key position for Utilities Services and Operations in providing after hours emergency to on-call personnel.

• Working knowledge of plumbing systems, boiler operations, and applicable state and local regulations. Ability to interpret and communicate complex work requirements from oral instructions, blueprints, sketches, and technical drawings. Ability to plan and layout work from rough sketches and verbal instructions.
• Skill in using electrical metering devices, diagnostic equipment, and maintenance tools. Knowledge and ability to assist with planning, coordinating, and overseeing the work of others. Working knowledge of Banner or equivalent enterprise systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel). Ability to monitor budgets and track expenditures.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, take initiative, and complete projects and assignments through completion. Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in problem-solving. Ability to work weekends and special events as needed to support university operations (e.g., commencement, convocations, athletic events).

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

N/A

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

Monday
- Friday 7:30am - 4:30 pm

Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies:
Yes

Campus Security Authority Designated Position:
No

Required

Competency:

Knowledge - Technical

Duties:

• Knowledge of program theory, techniques, practices, and procedures applicable to facility maintenance and…