EHS Technician

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking an EHS Technician to perform fire watch duties at athletic and special events on campus. The role requires performing pre-event inspections and continuously monitoring facilities to identify hazards during events.

The position is part-time temporary (20 hours/week) with weekend and night shifts as university events occur. Start date around August 24, 2026, with a project-based duration and on-campus work in North Carolina.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School.
• Management Preferences: ability to work weekends and varying hours by event.
• Special Physical/Mental Requirements: stand for long periods (4+ hours) and move 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• This position will work athletic and other university events as fire watch.
• Conducts pre-event inspections and monitors facilities for hazards during events.
• Duties include standing and walking during events and outdoors, with accommodations as needed.

Education

High School

Job description

Department:

EHS Central Account - 230510

Career Area :

Environment, Health and Safety

Posting Open Date:

08/04/2026

Application Deadline:

08/18/2026

Position Type:

Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title :

EHS Technician

Position Number:

20077783, 20077784, 20058060, 20058207

Vacancy ID:

S027915

Full-time/Part-time:

Part-Time Temporary

Hours per week:

20

Work Schedule:

Weekends and nights for university scheduled events

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$18.00 per hour

Proposed Start Date:

08/24/2026

Estimated Duration of Appointment:

Occasional/Seasonal

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The role of the Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) department is primarily environment, health and safety functions at the University. In support of the University’s core mission, EHS will provide comprehensive environmental, health and safety services to the University community. This includes education through training and consultation, maintaining a safe environment through recognizing and controlling health and safety hazards, ensuring a process of regulatory compliance and minimizing future potential liabilities. By developing EHS programs and performing various periodic inspections we can provide a safe work place, ensure a process of compliance and minimize future potential liabilities. EHS is organized into eight (8) sections: Biological Safety, Environmental Affairs, Fire Safety & Emergency Response, Occupational & Environmental Hygiene, Chemical Safety, Radiation Safety, Workplace Safety and Business & Support.

Position Summary:

This position will be working athletic events, and other special events (performances, ceremonies, etc). These would be fire watch events. Conducts pre-event inspections and then frequently walks through the facility looking for hazards.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

High School. Technicians are trained in the applicable laws or inspection procedures through some combination of classroom and on-the-job training.

Management Preferences:

• Ability to work weekends
• Ability to work different hours depending on event

Special Physical/Mental Requirements:

Able to stand long periods of time (4+ hours), walk and move 25lbs (fire extinguisher). Duties to be performed with or without accommodation.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions:

This recruitment is for four (4) EHS Technician positions. By applying, you will be considered for all 4 positions: 20077783 , 20077784, 20058060 & 20058207