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Hourly Maintenance Technician (T00942)
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants must apply online. PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS. A resume and list of references are required attachments to complete the application process. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview. Please Note: Temporary employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University 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 www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
Posting Details
Posting Information
Posting Number
temp hourly1054P
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/26258
Classification Title
Working Title
Hourly Maintenance Technician (T00942)
Department
Residential Living
Salary Range
$12-$16 depending upon experience
Posting Information
Performs skilled and semi-skilled repairs including, but not limited to: window screen fabrication and repair, minor to major wood repairs (desk drawers, shelves, furniture repair, etc.), window blind repair/replacement, ceiling tile replacement, changing light bulbs, moving furniture, installing vinyl tile, patching carpet, replacement of cove base etc. -Assist the Assistant Director for Facilities, Associate Director for Facilities, Housekeeping Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor in the ordering and delivery process for all housekeeping and maintenance supplies. -Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on housekeeping equipment, vehicle fleet, and assorted maintenance equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
The ability to follow written and verbal instructions; the ability to perform medium to perform medium to heavy physical work; the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and the ability to work well with others. Performs skilled and semi-skilled repairs including, but not limited to: window screen fabrication and repair, minor to major wood repairs (desk drawers, shelves, furniture repair, etc.), window blind repair/replacement, ceiling tile replacement, changing light bulbs, moving furniture, installing vinyl tile, patching carpet, replacement of cove base etc.
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.
valid divers license
Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position’s role
may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
valid divers license
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Text
Open Date
02/27/2025
Close Date
08/31/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must apply online. PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS. A resume and list of references are required attachments to complete the application process. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview. Please Note: Temporary employees are paid bi-weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University 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 www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
Background/E-Verify
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.
Western Carolina University 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 www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
Western Carolina University 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 www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. 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.
EOE
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.
University Safety
The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). 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.
Salary : $12 - $16
