7:00 am - 3:30 pm; Monday - Friday

This position is designated as 'mandatory' and, when contacted to report to work, its incumbent is expected to reach the campus as expeditiously as possible using normal precautions as dictated by the adverse weather conditions.

This position will assist with tool and equipment support for FM. Duties will include assisting with maintaining a preventative maintenance program, equipment repair, maintaining shop inventory, tracking equipment, setting up and programming autonomous cleaning equipment, maintaining laundry and specialized chemical dispensers used by the BES department, and assisting with other projects and tasks as assigned by the Tool & Equipment Supervisor.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

University Preferred Qualifications:

Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Facility Maintenance Technician - Building Trades - Journey
Tool & Equipment Repair Technician

Duties include, but not limited to:
1. Performs repairs on equipment used by FM, as directed by supervision.
2. Provides technical support to troubleshoot equipment issues. Determines when replacement or overhaul of equipment is needed.
3. Assists with the installation and replacement of chemical dispensers.
4. Maintains laundry rooms/laundry program in five BES&R laundry facilities on campus.
5. Maintains inventory control of all BES&R equipment
6. Maintains shop inventory control of all tools, equipment, and parts used by the Tool & Equipment Team.
7. Operates and maintains basic equipment; to include automatic scrubbers, vacuum cleaner, carpet extractors, pallet lifts, laundry equipment, autonomous equipment, and other basic housekeeping equipment.
8. Assists with maintaining various autonomous equipment including programming and training routes followed by the machine in order to fulfill cleaning needs as directed by BES and leadership.
9. Assists with the development and facilitation of new and existing equipment training and preventative maintenance guidelines.
10. Develops knowledge of products and equipment used by FM and fosters positive relationships with vendors.
11. Maintains positive relationships with all Facilities Management supervisors, managers, and other on-campus personnel.
12. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Archibus, and other software and programs used by FM. Be willing to learn new programs.
13. Member of FM Snow Zone "C" team - required to report to campus during inclement weather and assist with clearing of sidewalks and steps (Mandatory Employee).
14. Assists in developing continuous improvement processes for the Tool & Equipment work unit.
15. Assists with other projects as needed

1. Use and care for all manual and power equipment and chemicals required for housekeeping, recycling, event support, and exterior litter removal functions.
2. Work is guided by work orders and a daily schedule for general assignments.
3. Perform other related duties as assigned.

1. High school diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Two years of experience in equipment repair.
3. Must have good organizational, interpersonal and customer service skills.
4. Ability to properly use and care for all manual and power equipment and chemicals required in Building Environmental Services and floor care functions.
5. Ability to effectively communicate using the English language (reading, writing, interpretation and comprehension) is required.
6. Effective skills in verbal, written and interpersonal communications required.
7. Computer literate.
8. Knowledge and skills with Google Chrome, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Word and Excel, and willingness to learn new programs required.
9. Ability to work/interact with persons from different backgrounds and cultures.
10. Ability to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork.
11. The selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Positions may be required to possess and maintain required certification, licensure, educational level, and/or experience criteria as applicable to the tasks being performed and follow applicable building codes.
Must have a valid driver's license. The Building Trades technician operates assigned vehicles on and/or off campus. S/he must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid driver's license upon appointment to the position.

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

The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.

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.

If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers (see the job duties section of previous employment).

* Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.

* 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.

*This position is designated as 'mandatory' and, when contacted to report to work, the employee is expected to reach the campus as quickly as possible using normal precautions as dictated by adverse weather conditions.