Electrician

Posting Information Department: Career Area Facilities and Skilled Trades Is this an internal only recruitment? No Posting Open Date: 03/06/2026 Application Deadline: 04/02/2026 Position Type: Permanent Staff (SHRA) Position Title: Facility Maint Tech - MechTrd - Journey Salary Grade Equivalent: NC10 / GN08 Working Title: Position Number 00052502 Vacancy ID: P020856 Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Permanent Hours per week: 40 Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Additional context: 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 400 campus buildings with approximately 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, and Life Safety Services. Housing Support maintains a safe and secure environment for the 9000 students living in 37 residence halls and 700 apartments. Trade skills include cabinetmaking, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, electronics, sheet metal, roofing, painting and HVAC. We identify, estimate, plan and complete minor facility renovation projects via our own Housing Support internal shops, Facilities Services Construction Shops, and/or private contractors. We provide year-round, 24-hour customer service to our resident students and Housing staff. Housing Support also conducts all scheduled facility maintenance inspections within its facilities. This unit is the primary point of contact for the residence halls and dispatches the request to the appropriate shop. 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 and $2,334 12 months after hire date. Performs preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment, installs and repairs electrical systems and components from the load side of the service transformer to the last device. Responds to daily emergency calls as applicable and keeps lead person and supervisor well informed of daily work progress. A valid North Carolina Driver’s License or ability to obtain one prior to start date. Cross-connect certification or ability to obtain one in first six months of employment. 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 Experience in electrical trades. Demonstrated ability to interpret electrical schematics and blueprints on building systems and equipment. Experience working in compliance with National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements and NFPA70E. Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems. Ability to demonstrate great teamwork and communication skills with co-workers and Housing staff. Required Licenses/Certifications A valid North Carolina Driver’s License or ability to obtain one prior to start date. Cross-connect certification or ability to obtain one in first six months of employment. Special Physical/Mental Requirements Ability to work on hands and knees for extended periods of time; move objects weighing at least 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation; climb and work from ladders, boom lifts and scaffolding up to 60 feet high; wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for the specific job, including safety harnesses, fall protection, respirators, face masks or face shields, protective gloves, and safety shoes. This position is designated as mandatory and requires reporting to support University operations during adverse weather or emergencies. Campus Security Authority Responsibilities: Not Applicable Position/Schedule Requirements Evening work occasionally, Night work occasionally, On-call occasionally, Overtime occasionally, Valid NC Driver’s License, Weekend work occasionally Special Instructions Eligibility for sign-on bonus details are included above. For more information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy, see Office of Human Resources Contact Information: If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. 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. Required Documents Curriculum Vitae / Resume List of References Optional Documents Cover Letter Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you currently have a valid North Carolina Driver’s License or the ability to obtain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License by your potential start date? Yes No * How many years of electrical experience do you have? (Open Ended Question) * Do you have experience in using electrical meters, if so what types? (Open Ended Question) * Can you read and interpret complex electronic/electrical schematics and blueprints? Yes No * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Facility Maintenance Technician - Mechanical position. 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) None of the above #J-18808-Ljbffr University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill