Building Environmental Technician

Position Information

General Information

Vacancy Open to All Candidates Employment Type Permanent - Full-time If time-limited, note appointment end date Hours per week 20-40 Months per year 12 Position Number BES006 NC Salary Grade Equivalency NC01 Classification Title Building Environmental Tech Working Title Building Environmental Technician Salary Range $33,540 -$35,360 Anticipated Hiring Range $35,360 FLSA Status Non Exempt Division Business Affairs Department Facilities Management (Adm) Work Unit Building Environmental Services Work Schedule

Full time = 40 hours per week:

Part time=20 hours per week:

All shifts are subject to change based on Department / University needs without prior notice at the University's discretion.

Mandatory Personnel

These positions are designated as 'mandatory' and, when contacted to report to work, the employee is expected to reach the campus as expeditiously as possible using normal precautions as dictated by the adverse weather conditions.

Primary Purpose of Position

To maintain clean and sanitary conditions in classrooms, labs, lecture halls, offices, common areas, restrooms, and various other areas within Academic, Athletic, and Administrative buildings on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

Minimum Education/Experience

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Note: Some state job postings state you can qualify by an 'equivalent combination of education and experience.' If that language appears above, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.

Essential Job Duties

Building Environmental Services (BES) Technician performs custodial services

support for the University. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Clean and care for academic buildings, offices, studios, and other State buildings.
• Maintain equipment, return to designated storage areas, and keep in good working order.
• Compile and maintain checklists and report needs to the BES Supervisor.
• Assist the BES Supervisor in testing and making recommendations on supply and equipment purchases.
• Maintain various types of floor surfaces to include vacuuming, spotting, and gum removal.
• Follow established Facilities Management, UNC Charlotte, and State policies and Procedures.

Other Work Responsibilities

• Use and care for all manual and power equipment and chemicals required in housekeeping, recycling, event support, and exterior litter removal functions.
• Perform work that is guided by a daily schedule for general assignments.
• Perform work that is subject to close review and inspection, with problems and special assignments not covered by instructions being referred to a supervisor.
• Ability to perform medium to heavy physical work. Duties are repetitive in nature and include physically strenuous activities such as moving furniture, walking from building to building, operating heavy cleaning equipment, wearing a backpack vacuum, and delivering large quantities of housekeeping supplies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and/or delegated.

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience in institutional housekeeping, specialized cleaning equipment, and floor care; ability to perform medium to heavy physical work.
• Knowledge of the proper use and care of cleaning equipment, power tools, and chemicals.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, customer service, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Google Chrome and Microsoft Word; willingness to learn new programs and foster teamwork with the campus community.

Necessary Licenses or Certifications

Where applicable, must be eligible for required certification.

Work Location Facilities Management Posting date 10/28/2026 Closing date 04/30/2027 Proposed Hire Date 11/09/2026 Contact Information Special Notes to Applicants

This is an ongoing applicant pool of Building Environmental Technicians - Contributing for the Facilities Management department only.

Full time = 40 hours per week:

Part time=20 hours per week:

All shifts are subject to change based on Department / University needs without prior notice at the University's discretion.

You only need to apply for this Building Environmental Technician - Contributing position once during the posting period - your application will be valid for the open period of 10/27/2026 - 04/30/2027.

Candidates that are conditionally selected to fill a vacant position must

successfully pass a background check before their hire is approved.

UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits

The finalist may be subject to a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle report.

Please upload reference information including names, position titles and company/institutions, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least two current/previous supervisors.

• The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.

Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application.

• Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.

Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions. (see the job duties section of previous employment).

Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application if requested.

• These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• UNC Charlotte Website

• HERC Job Board

• Inside Higher Education

• Mitratech Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)

• Another Website

• Agency Referral

• Advertisement/Publication

• Personal Referral

• Other

• Where did you learn about this posting?

(Open Ended Question)

• Please describe your institutional housekeeping experience.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please let us know if you are interested in full-time or part-time positions, as well as what shifts you are able/willing to work.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you have experience in institutional housekeeping?

• Yes

• No

• Other Related Experience

• • Do you have experience in properly using and caring for all manual and power equipment and chemicals required in Building Environmental Services and floor care functions?

• Yes

• No

• Knowledge of with limited experience

• Knowledge of with no direct experience

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Contact Information for References