Posting Information
Posting Information
Department Transportation-225701 Career Area Parking and Transportation Is this an internal only recruitment? Yes Posting Open Date 05/22/2026 Application Deadline 06/12/2026 Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA) Position Title Facility Maint Tech - MechTrd - Journey Salary Grade Equivalent NC10 / GN08 Working Title Facility Maint Tech - MechTrd Position Number 00035993 Vacancy ID P021059 Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment Hours per week 40 Work Schedule
6:30AM - 3:00PM
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $50,000 - $52,514 Pay Band Information
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Position Summary Information
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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.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC Chapel Hill Department of Transportation and Parking is an essential part of UNC Chapel Hill and is responsible for coordinating all traffic, parking and transportation services for UNC Chapel Hill's campus. The department strives to provide a high level of service to students, employees and visitors who work, live, and visit the University and UNC Health Care System. Transportation & Parking (T&P), partners with stakeholders and customers to manage this key University infrastructure system effectively and efficiently balancing limited resources and the diverse needs of the campus community. The department manages 10 parking decks and 160 surface parking areas with approximately 23,000 parking spaces providing employee, student, patient/visitor, and event access to the UNC campus. The University and UNC HealthCare System rely on a multi-modal transportation system that is heavily dependent upon local and regional transportation to provide access to the campus and hospitals. UNC partners with local and regional transit agencies to provide fare free at boarding local transit and subsidized regional transit opportunities for employees and students. T&P services and partners include Chapel Hill Transit, Triangle Transit Authority, Piedmont Area Rapid Transit, and Chatham Transit Network in addition to the UNC P2P Express and P2P On-Demand services. T&P also offers a UNC Commuter Alternative Program(CAP) that incentivizes commuting opportunities including off-campus park & ride with frequent transit, carpool, vanpool, and car rental options. T&P plans, manages, and implements traffic, transit, and parking services on a daily basis and during major campus events such as large-scale athletic events, performing arts, Commencement, and VIP visits occurring at UNC.
Position Summary
"INTERNAL ONLY: Internal posting for permanent, time-limited, layoff priority employees of UNC-Chapel Hill, and temporary employees hired directly by UNC-Chapel Hill only."
This position performs daily inspections, maintenance and minor repairs of the UNC parking facilities, parking equipment, lighting systems and cleaning equipment used by the Transportation and Parking maintenance section. Performs annual restriping of parking lots. This position will determine staffing levels for maintaining the deck structure in good repair, performing routine maintenance, ensuring that it is clean, well lighted, free of trip and fall hazards, and all equipment operates safely and properly. The employees in this division must be knowledgeable of all working components of the parking facilities including lighting, elevators, various types of parking control equipment, maintenance and repair equipment, computerized programmers for parking equipment, concrete construction, plumbing, emergency call boxes, and emergency standpipe systems. This division is responsible for ensuring that the decks operate safely during adverse weather conditions.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
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.
Management Preferences
Preferred candidate should be able to interpret blueprints, schematics and/or parking facilities drawings, ability to estimate and perform construction projects.
Knowledge and ability of computer systems including Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, and job specific software.
The ability to troubleshoot and repair electro-mechanical parking equipment.
Experience with the operation and maintenance of a rear-wheeled vehicle.
Supervisory experience.
Required Licenses/Certifications Special Physical/Mental Requirements
This position reports to duty in adverse weather (Critical Employee Status). Must be able to lift/move 50 lbs. and move 100 lbs., climb stairs/ladders, bend, stoop and overhead work.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements On-call occasionally, Overtime, Overtime occasionally, Valid NC Driver's License, Weekend work occasionally Special Instructions
"INTERNAL ONLY: Internal posting for permanent, time-limited, layoff priority employees of UNC-Chapel Hill, and temporary employees hired directly by UNC-Chapel Hill only."
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/319482
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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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High school diploma/GED
Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in any field
Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and trade(s) experience to equal 4 years (ex. 1 year of high school and 3 years experience)
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