Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community. UNC Asheville's commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must apply online in order to be considered. Please include a cover letter, current resume, and a list of three professional references (with complete contact information). Applicants must upload a DD-214 if claiming Veteran's Preference. PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS. If no applicants apply, who meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Competencies and Training and Experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. All new hires into positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) will serve a 12 month probationary period as defined by the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR).

Position Information

Posting Number - S0684

Classification Title - Facility Maintenance Technician - Mechanical Trades

Overall Position Competency - Journey

Working Title - Maintenance Mechanic

Position Number - 012038

FLSA - Non-Exempt

NC Salary Grade Equivalency - GN08 (For employment/re-employment priority purposes only)

Recruitment Range - $45,000-$49,004

Position Summary - This position is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable living and learning environment within University residence halls and designated student life facilities. As a highly visible and critical member of the Housing and Residence Life team, this role regularly interacts with students, staff, faculty, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and responsive maintenance across residence halls and student life facilities
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair issues in building systems and infrastructure
• Some knowledge across multiple trades, including plumbing, electrical/electronics, HVAC, carpentry.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable standards
• Support the overall operations and upkeep of Housing and Residence Life facilities

Division - Student Affairs

Department - Housing

Full-Time / Part- Time - Full-Time

Months per Year - 12 Months

Time Limited Position - No

If time-limited, length of assignment - Not Applicable

Minimum Qualifications Notice - Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.

Minimum Education/Experience/Skills - High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

· Technical or trade school completion helpful.

· Trade certifications and/or licensure helpful. Trade specific course completion or continuing education classes in trades.

· Minimum 3 years of experience in building maintenance or trade related field.

· Work experience in a residential and/or educational setting.

· Experience and demonstrated skill in multiple trades, the ideal candidate will have advanced skill in at least one trade preferably HVAC and/or electrical.

Work Schedule and Hours - Work schedule is primarily Monday – Friday 8:30am -5:00pm. Due to the nature of position and department needs there will be occasional on call responsibilities (approximately one week per month). The employee is expected to respond to campus within 60 minutes when on-call. The employee will be compensated additionally for on-call responsibilities in accordance with UNC Asheville policy. All Housing & Residence Life staff are designated as critical personnel in accordance with UNC Asheville policy.

Competency Profile -

Posting Detail Information

Special Instructions Summary - Applicants must apply online in order to be considered. Please include a cover letter, current resume, and a list of three professional references (with complete contact information). Applicants must upload a DD-214 if claiming Veteran's Preference. PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS. If no applicants apply, who meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Competencies and Training and Experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. All new hires into positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) will serve a 12 month probationary period as defined by the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR).

Posting Date - 05/28/2026

Closing Date - 06/02/2026

Open Until Filled - No

Background/E-Verify - UNC Asheville uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

Credential Verification - All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

University Safety - The UNC Asheville Annual Safety Report is available online at UNCA Safety Report. For more information please contact the Assistant Vice Chancelor for Institutional Integrity & Access/Clery Act Compliance Officer at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.