Facilities Maintenance Technician, Library Administrative Services, Facilities section

Position Title: Facilities Maintenance Technician – Journey
Working Title: Facilities Maintenance Technician
Position Number: 00017030
Hiring Range: $42,934 – $46,937
Closing Date: April 24, 2024

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The University Libraries aspires to set the standard for public university research libraries in the digital age.

As one of the premier libraries in the South, we are an essential partner in the research, education, clinical care, and public service missions of UNC-Chapel Hill. The library system includes 10 on-campus Libraries, with nearly 10 million volumes, rich archival collections, and a growing investment in digital collections.

The University Libraries serves campus and broader communities that reflect the socioeconomic, ethnic, and religious diversity of the state of North Carolina, and we maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and open educational and workplace climate for all. We strive to create an environment of respect and collaboration where vision and innovation can flourish. Learn more about our Strategic Framework including our pillars, values, and priorities.

Position Summary

The University Libraries is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to join our facilities team in the UNC Chapel Hill University Libraries. Supervised by and working together with the Library Facilities Manager, this position will work to integrate people, places, technology, and processes within the built environment, with the purpose of supporting and improving the quality of worklife of people and the productivity of the core business.

This position will proactively identify and correct facility and maintenance needs of the Library building facilities and workspaces and will have joint responsibility for the daily physical operation of the Libraries’ buildings.

This position:
– Coordinates the daily maintenance of all library facilities under the supervision of the Library Facilities Manager
– Works on library facilities and maintenance projects such as painting, wall repair, ceiling tile replacement and facility cleanup
– Serve as backup to Library Facilities Manager
– Moves/constructs/breaks down furniture using Library tools
– Performs daily walkthroughs of buildings to scan for facilities needs and repairs includes Housekeeping and plumbing problems, broken door locks, problems with access doors
– Escorts UNC facilities staff and vendors and confirming repairs made
– Serves as technical resource to UNC Facilities staff and outside contractors
– Responds to Library facilities requests and emergencies (fire alarms, security alarms, panic alarms, plumbing leaks, spills, sprinkler issues, non-functioning OneCard readers)
– Communicates and works with UNC Police, Facilities Services, Environmental Health and Safety, and designated Library staff on emergencies
– Maintains a high-level knowledge of University policies related to building management (e.g. use of facilities, smoking, posting signs, key control, etc.) and informs building occupants of procedures
– Works with surplus and commodities management, including inventory tagging and tracking
– Working with Library telecommunications, recycling, and housekeeping to maintain Library operations and maintain a safe, clean and effective environment

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• General knowledge of the methods, practices, and materials used in the general maintenance and repair of buildings and machinery.
• Ability to function independently and manage time.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse user communities, including students, faculty, researchers, colleagues, and community members.
• Experience creating welcoming and inclusive learning and research environments.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Experience in an academic or nonprofit environment.
• Customer service experience

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

• Will require sufficient physical conditioning to be able to stand, sit, walk, and climb stairs and ladders for long periods of time while task in the performance of building and facilities maintenance work.
• Ability to navigate stairs and climb ladders; ability to work in small tight spaces and bend, stoop, and crawl to complete work.
• Must be able to move 50 pounds; physical strength to perform moderate to heavy physical tasks with or without accommodations.
• Will require a valid NC Driver’s License to operate a University cargo van.

Other Schedule/Position Requirements
Valid NC Driver’s License

Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Application Procedures
To apply for this position, please visit the Office of Human Resources Careers at Carolina website. For more information on application procedures, applicants may contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.