Posting Details
Posting Details
| Requisition Number |
S3054 |
| Position Number |
998613 |
| Position Classification Title |
Facility Maint Mech Tradesman |
| Functional Title |
Plumber |
| Position Type |
Staff |
| University Information |
Located in North Carolina's third largest city,
UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study.
UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability.
UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities,
UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B. |
| Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit |
Facilities Operations has the responsibility of providing a wide range of services to all administrative departments, student programs, and all academic schools and departments. Services include all aspects of corrective and preventive maintenance, operations, grounds maintenance, housekeeping, utility infrastructure maintenance and operations, business operations, safety, regulatory compliance, project management, and renovations. These duties are conducted for a campus consisting of over 100 buildings totaling 6 million gross square feet on over 275 acres. |
| Position Summary |
Under general supervision, perform journey-level work in the installation, maintenance, inspection, modification, remodel, and repair of mechanical plumbing equipment and fixtures for water, steam, sewage, and perform all other related work as required. This position is required to maintain, troubleshoot, repair and/or replace and test plumbing systems; assemble, install and repair pumps, pipes, fittings, and fixtures; cut, thread and weld pipes; assemble and install valves, pipe fittings and pipes; inspect completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements and compliance with applicable building and safety codes and regulations; inspect related work performed by contractors; estimate cost, time and materials for plumbing projects; participate in the maintenance and operations of a plumbing shop; clean, maintain and service tools and equipment used in the performance of duties. This position is designated as essential personnel. |
| Minimum Qualifications |
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 AREA RELATED TO THE AREA OF ASSIGNMENT MAY BE SUBSTITUTED ON A YEAR-FOR-YEAR BASIS. |
| Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates |
Must have a valid NC Driver's License. |
| Preferred Qualifications |
- Plumbing and backflow license preferred but not required.
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| Alternate Option |
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:
- Name,
- Company Name,
- Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
- Email Address
- Contact Phone Number
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| Recruitment Range |
$47,263 - $52,514 |
| Org #-Department |
Utility Operations - 56406 |
| Work Hours of Position |
Monday - Friday 7:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M., Overtime when necessary |
| Number of Months per Year |
12 |
| Posting Requirements |
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| Job Family |
Operations and Skilled Trades |
| Career Banded Title |
Facility Maint Mech Tradesman |
| Open Date |
12/11/2025 |
| Close Date |
01/11/2026 |
| FTE |
1.000 |
| FLSA |
Non-Exempt |
| If other, please indicate |
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| If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment. |
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