The University of North Carolina at Charlotte Hiring for Motor Technician at FM – RUPS Full Time

Vacancy Open to:

All Candidates

Employment Type:

Permanent – Full-time

Hours per week:

40

Months per year:

12

Position Number:

010093

NC Salary Grade Equivalency:

GN08

Classification Title:

FM Technician Mechanical Trades – Journey

Working Title:

Motor Technician 2

Salary Range:

$42,013 – $48,000

Anticipate Hiring Range:

$42,013 – $48,000

FLSA Status:

Non Exempt

Division:

Business Affairs

Department:

Facilities Management (Adm)

Work Unit:

FM RUPS

Work Schedule:

7:00 am – 3:30 pm; Monday – Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.

Mandatory Position

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

Primary Purpose of Position:

This is a Facility Maintenance Technician (Mechanical Trades) at the Journey level. The position is considered to be fully functioning in a particular trade area. Additionally, this position is expected to be able to perform all general maintenance work at the contributing level. This position may also be allowed to perform/learn another trade discipline either at the contributing or journey level. Tasks may include maintenance, repair, placement, fabrication, installation, alteration, construction, and design of facility components in assigned zones.

Minimum Education/Experience:

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. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position’s role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Essential Job Duties:

1. Responsible for performing routine maintenance of motors and pumps to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and/or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
2. Use electrical test devices to troubleshoot and repair motor electrical control circuits.
3. Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them by checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.
4. Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
5. Use knowledge and skill in Building Automation Systems (BAS) to complete tasks as needed.
6. Look up and order parts using Google Sheets and Drive.

Other Work Responsibilities:

1. Work with minimal supervision or instruction, and complete work with a high level of competence and professionalism in compliance with generally accepted trade practices.
2. Communicate effectively with customers, and managers, and provide high-quality customer service based on University policy and procedures.
3. Record daily activities in the order tracking system (Archibus) using a tablet.
4. Perform other duties as assigned and/or delegated, dependent on Zone needs.

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:

1. Graduation from high school or equivalent and three years experience with motor experience preferred.
3. Experience using digital alignment tools preferred.
4. Ability to effectively communicate the English language (reading, writing, interpretation, and comprehension).
5. Effective skills in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.
6. Computer literacy required. Knowledge and skill with Google Systems, Microsoft Word, and Excel, and willingness to learn new programs.
7. Ability to effectively work/interact with persons from different backgrounds.
8. Ability to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork.
9. The selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Necessary Licenses or Certifications:

Valid Driver’s license.

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.

Work Location:

FM – RUPS

Posting date:

01/22/2024

Closing date:

02/26/2024

Proposed Hire Date:

03/18/2024

Special Notes to Applicants:

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 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.