What are the responsibilities and job description for the FM Technical Building Trades position at UNC Charlotte?
General Information
Vacancy Open to
All Candidates
Employment Type
Permanent - Full-time
If time-limited, note appointment end date
Hours per week
40
Months per year
12
Position Number
013191
NC Salary Grade Equivalency
GN06
Classification Title
FM Technical Building Trades - Journey
Working Title
FM Technical Building Trades
Salary Range
$38,162 - $43,260
Anticipate Hiring Range
$38,164 - $43,260
FLSA Status
Non Exempt
Division
Business Affairs
Department
Facilities Management (Adm)
Work Unit
FM General Trades Shop
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.
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 position is expected to be able to perform all general maintenance work at the Journey 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 buildings
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.
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
The FM Technician Building Trades performs under the direction of the Building Interiors Supervisor.
Duties include:
Duties include:
- Provide career tracks including but not limited to Cabinet making, carpentry, masonry, painting, plastering, and roofing. Will perform a variety of tasks ranging from routine and unskilled, to highly skilled.
- Apply methods and general procedures of applicable trades/maintenance techniques and develop skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment appropriate to trade.
- Tasks include maintenance, repair, placement, fabrication, installation, alteration, construction, and design of facility components requiring the application of skills in planning, problem-solving, attention to detail, teamwork, communication, and knowledge of and adherence to safety policies and regulations.
- Position may serve as lead technician and/or crew leader, directing the work of others.
Other Work Responsibilities
- Perform multiple fully functioning tasks in the building trades area.
- Perform all general maintenance work at the Journey level.
- May perform/learn another trade discipline either at the contributing or journey level.
- Perform other duties as assigned and/or delegated to support all operations.
- Serves as the lead worker in a project requiring a discipline specific expert.
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
- Graduation from high school or equivalent.
- Two years of experience in the trades areas of cabinet making, carpentry, masonry, painting, plastering, and roofing areas.
- Two years of experience with metal stud framing is preferred.
- Ability to follow applicable building codes.
- Experience with university systems, Archibus, Kronos, Niner Talent and others or ability to gain proficiency.
- Experience and ability to perform broad and functionally facility maintenance assignments including the most complex, non-routine building systems using skills related to assigned trade area.
- Experience with estimate assigned work projects considering time, cost, and resources.
- Experience and ability to train other technicians on the operation of special equipment. as well as guide, direct and coach others regarding application and interpretation of technical issues.
- Experience and working knowledge of carpentry, masonry, painting, plastering and/or roofing, and is able to recognize malfunctions or potential problems and ensure necessary repairs are completed.
- Experience as a lead worker in project work as a discipline specific expert, with the ability to train staff and work crews.
- Knowledge and skill with Google Applications, Microsoft Word, and Excel, and willingness to learn new programs.
- Ability to operate assigned vehicles on and/or off campus.
- Ability to apply and interpret technical knowledge to resolve unique or highly complex situations.
- Ability to demonstrate a thorough and extensive understanding of programs, concepts and practices in the most complex building systems in one trade area as well as a general understanding of one or more different trade areas.
- Ability to effectively work/interact with a college community and to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork.
- Effective communication skills in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications
- A valid driver’s license is required. (Is required to possess, maintain, or obtain a valid driver’s license upon appointment to the position.)
- 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 - General Trades Shop
Posting date
02/21/2025
Closing date
03/09/2025
Proposed Hire Date
03/17/2025
Contact Information
Special Notes to Applicants
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits
The finalist may be subject to a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle report.
- 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.
Please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions. (see the job duties section of previous employment).
Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application if requested.
- 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.
Salary : $38,162 - $43,260
