RUP Journey Technician

University of North Carolina Charlotte

$42,011 - $57,765

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Feb 07, 2025

RUP Journey Technician

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This positing will hire for 4 positions: 010004, 010107, 010093

UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits

The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.

* 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.

Position Information

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	009518
NC Salary Grade Equivalency	GN08
Classification Title	FM Tech Mechanical Trades
Working Title	RUP Journey Technician
Salary Range	$42,011 - $57,765
Anticipate Hiring Range	$42,011 - $52,514
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. This positing will fill 4 positions: 010004, 010107, 010093 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 a 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 given the opportunity 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 shop.
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	Maintain, repair, place, fabricate, install, alter, construct and design facility components that require the application of skills in planning, problem solving, and attention to detail, teamwork, communication and adherence to safety. Perform routine maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and/or the physical condition of buildings do no deteriorate. Use electrical test devices to troubleshoot and repair chiller electrical control circuits. Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.
Other Work Responsibilities	Act as a Journey level worker and provide assistance with other facility maintenance technicians. Work with supervision or instruction, and complete work with competence and professionalism in compliance with generally accepted trade practices. Communicate effectively with customers, and managers, and provide high-quality customer service based on University policy and procedures. Record daily activities in an order tracking system (Archibus). Perform other duties as assigned and/or delegated to support all operations.
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education	High school diploma or GED equivalency. Associate's degree from an accredited institution preferred in HVAC or Engineering Technology. 2-4 years' experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC and refrigeration equipment specializing in chillers/cooling towers. Ability to effectively communicate the English language (reading, writing, interpretation, and comprehension) required. Effective skills in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication. Computer literate. Knowledge and skill with Google Chrome, Microsoft Word, and Excel, and willingness to learn new programs. Ability to effectively work/interact with persons from different backgrounds and cultures. Ability to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork. Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Maintain, repair, place, fabricate, install, alter, construct and design facility components that require the application of skills in planning, problem solving, and attention to detail, teamwork, communication and adherence to safety. Perform routine maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and/or the physical condition of buildings do no deteriorate. Use electrical test devices to troubleshoot and repair chiller electrical control circuits. Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications	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. EPA 608 universal certification is REQUIRED for this position.. Valid driver's license required. The HVAC Shop position requires the operation of assigned vehicles on and/or off campus and is required to possess, maintain, or obtain a valid driver's license upon appointment to the position.
Work Location	FM - RUPS
Posting date	02/07/2025
Closing date	02/23/2025
Proposed Hire Date	03/10/2025
Contact Information
Special Notes to Applicants	This positing will hire for 4 positions: 010004, 010107, 010093 UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check. * 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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- UNC Charlotte Website
- HERC Job Board
- Inside Higher Education
- Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
- Another Website
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Other
Where did you learn about this posting?

(Open Ended Question)
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How many years of proven experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC and refrigeration equipment specializing in chillers/cooling towers do you have?
less than 2 years
2 - 4 years
4 - 6 years
6 - 8 years
8 - 10 years
greater than 10 years
experience is not all with HVAC and refrigeration but related
No HVAC but have other experience

(Open Ended Question)
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Do you have experience using electrical test devices to troubleshoot and repair chiller electrical control circuits
Yes
No
Knowledge of with limited experience

(Open Ended Question)
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Do you have experience in diagnosing mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary?
Yes
No
Knowledge with limited experience

(Open Ended Question)
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This posting is to fill multiple positions. Which shift are you available to work? 7:00 am - 3:30 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary or 8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.
7:00 am - 3:30 pm; Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Monday - Friday
Open Availability

(Open Ended Question)
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
- No
- Yes

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume / Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

Cover Letter / Letter of Interest