Campus Facilities Technician

Duke University; Durham (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University is seeking a Utility Worker to support Facilities Management across campus in Durham, NC. You will perform light maintenance, basic carpentry, furniture handling, and logistics support to ensure safe and welcoming environments for students, patients, and staff.

This role emphasizes dependable service, teamwork, and adherence to safety procedures as you assist with daily operations, move and install equipment, and help maintain Duke's outstanding campus facilities.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Dependable and customer-service oriented.
• Ability to perform routine manual labor and physical tasks.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality service.

Responsibilities

• Provide light maintenance and operational support to university departments and campus customers.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks: replace bulbs, open drains, check power panels, inspect outlets.
• Identify issues beyond scope and report to supervisor or skilled trades.
• Complete basic carpentry repairs: replace shades, install ceiling tiles, traffic signs, furniture bumpers, closet doors.
• Assemble furniture and equipment; assist with moving, setup, delivery, and installation.
• Operate a light truck or van to transport items; support campus logistics.
• Perform housekeeping duties; operate floor care equipment; clean windows and surfaces.
• Collaborate with Facilities Management and campus partners; promote safe service.

Skills

Follow written and verbal instructions

Dependable and customer-service

Manual labor and physical tasks

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork and communication

Workplace safety and quality service

Education

Partial high school education

Job description

Duke University is seeking a Utility Worker to support Facilities Management across campus in Durham, NC. You will perform light maintenance, basic carpentry, furniture handling, and logistics support to ensure safe and welcoming environments for students, patients, and staff.

This role emphasizes dependable service, teamwork, and adherence to safety procedures as you assist with daily operations, move and install equipment, and help maintain Duke's outstanding campus facilities.