Facility Maintenance Tech - Building Trades - #192815
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To be considered, you must apply online.
Applicants must attach a cover letter, current resume and list of three references with complete contact information in order to complete the application process. Please ensure references are also listed on the application.
PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.
Must have a valid state-issued driver's license.
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 Details
Posting Information
Posting Number |
SHRA1519P |
Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/29656 |
Classification Title |
Facility Maint Tech-Bldg Trade |
Competency Level |
Journey |
Working Title |
Facility Maintenance Tech - Building Trades - #192815 |
Department |
Facilities Management |
About WCU |
Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers' lists each year. Including:
* 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list,
WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
* 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list,
WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
* 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.
Western Carolina University is the
UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.
Employees of
WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent
UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge. |
Position Summary |
The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus.
Provide needed trade capability for the maintenance, repair of all types of roofing systems; maintenance, repair, alteration, or construction of structural building components. Additional responsibilities include maintenance, repair, and installation of facilities hardware components.
Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. |
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position |
Knowledge of standard procedures and practices of carpentry, masonry, roofing materials and cabinet making trades. Skilled in use of hand tools, ability to read and work from blue prints and sketches. |
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. |
Anticipated Hiring Range |
$45,205 |
Position Type |
Permanent Full-Time |
Number of Hours per Week |
40 |
Number of Months per Year |
12 |
Salary Band Range |
$36,467 - $68,232 |
Salary Grade |
For administrative purposes during the implementation of Career Banding this Journey level position is considered a Salary Grade 63. |
Posting Text
Open Date |
12/20/2024 |
Close Date |
01/06/2025 |
Open Until Filled |
No |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
To be considered, you must apply online.
Applicants must attach a cover letter, current resume and list of three references with complete contact information in order to complete the application process. Please ensure references are also listed on the application.
PLEASE
COMPLETE
ALL
AREAS OF
THE
APPLICATION.
INCOMPLETE
APPLICATIONS
MAY
NOT BE
GIVEN
CONSIDERATION IN
THE
REVIEW
PROCESS.
Must have a valid state-issued driver's license.
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). |
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. |
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. |
AA/EOE |
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; 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. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
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. |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Resume
- List of references
Optional Documents
- DD-214
- NGB 23A (RPAS)
- DD256 or NGB22
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- *
Do you require sponsorship?
- *
How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Inside Higher Ed
- HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
- Website - Jobs.wcu.edu
- Indeed.com
- Personal Referral
- Agency Referral
- Other
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