FMT Building Trades

University of North Carolina at Charlotte, United States

Updated: 26 days ago
Location: Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

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 010051
NC Salary Grade Equivalency GN04
Classification Title FM Tech Building Trades - Contributing
Working Title FMT Building Trades
Salary Range $36,467 - $37,000
Anticipate Hiring Range $36,467 - $37,000
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.
Primary Purpose of Position
The position is considered to be a fully functioning painting. 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 are concentrated on painting but 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. 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 Facility Maintenance Technician – Building Trades performs under the direction of the Renovations Supervisor.
  • Position is considered to be fully functioning in construction.
  • Provide career tracks including but not limited to Cabinetmaking, Carpentry, Locksmith, Masonry, Painting, Plastering, and Roofing that 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 may 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.
  • Function as lead person for those projects in the position’s trade specialty; coordinates work of these projects and assign tasks to crew or assisting Facility Maintenance Technician.
Other Work Responsibilities
  • May be accompanied by new or unusual assignments with more detailed instructions.
  • This position is expected to be able to perform all general maintenance work at the journey level.
  • Perform other duties as assigned and/or delegated to support all operations.
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
  • 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.)
  • Experience and ability to follow applicable building codes is preferred.
  • Experience, knowledge and use of symbols and principles involved in plans, blueprints, and drawings to identify work or tasks.
  • Experience in performing routine maintenance and repairs on doors, door closers, windows, desk and performing routine preventive maintenance inspections of buildings and facilities.
  • Experience in repairing cracks in wallboard, and holes in ceilings or tiles, paint walls, signs, caulk joints, and cracks in walls.
  • Experience in replacing ceiling tiles, stair treads, door and cabinet fixtures, light bulbs and tubes.
  • Experience and ability to adjust, connect, or disconnect wiring, piping, tubing, and other parts, using hand tools or power tools.
  • Experience measuring materials or distances, using square, measuring tape, or ruler to lay out work.
  • Ability and experience identifying fire extinguishers that need replacement.
  • Experience providing technical assistance and mentor other facility maintenance technicians.
  • Effective and excellent communication skills to include written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills desired and preferred.
  • Knowledge and skill with Google Chrome, Microsoft Word, and Excel, and willingness to learn new programs, computer knowledge.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision or instruction and to complete work with a high level of competence and professionalism and in compliance with generally accepted trade practices.
  • Ability to effectively work/interact in a team environment and to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork with co-workers, visitors, building occupants, and the entire campus community.
  • Ability to operate assigned vehicles on and/or off-campus.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications
  • Valid driver’s license needed and or necessary 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 03/21/2024
Closing date 04/04/2024
Proposed Hire Date 04/22/2024
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.
Please upload reference information including ​names, position titles and company/institutions, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least ​two​ current/previous supervisors.
  • 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.
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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.

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