Facilities Maintenance Technician - Building Trade - #003189

Davita Inc.; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Carolina University seeks a Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform skilled maintenance work in carpentry, masonry, roofing, and cabinet making. This permanent full-time position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development on the Cullowhee campus.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition waivers for courses

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Knowledge of carpentry, masonry, roofing, and cabinet making.
• Skilled in use of hand tools.
• Ability to read and work from blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks in building trades, including carpentry and masonry.
• Use hand tools and read blueprints for various projects.

Skills

Carpentry

Masonry

Roofing materials

Cabinet making

Use of hand tools

Ability to read blueprints

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Facilities Maintenance Technician - Building Trade - #003189

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must apply online in order to be considered.

Please include a list of 3 work related references with complete contact information is required. A cover letter and resume are optional.

Applicants must upload a DD-214 if claiming Veteran's Preference.

PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.

If no applicants apply, who meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Competencies and Training and Experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants.

All new hires into positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) will serve a 12 month probationary period as defined by the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR).

Posting Details

Posting Information

Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes 'Best Employers' lists each year. Including:
* 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries.
* 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes 'America's Best Midsize Employers' list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries.
* 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes 'America's Best Employers by State' list.
Western Carolina University is the UNC system's westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.
Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Leave earning employees (staff and 12-month faculty) who work at least half of the working days of their first month of employment will begin accruing vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

Knowledge of standard procedures and practices of carpentry, masonry, roofing materials and cabinet making trades. Skilled in use of hand tools, ability to read and work from blue prints and sketches.

Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Knowledge of standard procedures and practices of carpentry, masonry, roofing materials and cabinet making trades. Skilled in use of hand tools, ability to read and work from blue prints and sketches.

Posting Number	SHRA1575P
Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/31103
Classification Title	Facility Maint Tech-Bldg Trade
Competency Level	Journey
Working Title	Facilities Maintenance Technician - Building Trade - #003189
Department	Facilities Management
About WCU
Position Summary
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
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.
Anticipated Hiring Range	$45,205
Position Type	Permanent Full-Time
Number of Hours per Week	40
Number of Months per Year	12
Salary Band Range	$36,467 - $68,232
Salary Grade	For administrative purposes during the implementation of Career Banding this contributing position is considered a Salary Grade 63

Posting Text

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone] or email at [e-mail].

The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

Open Date	06/10/2025
Close Date	06/24/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants	Applicants must apply online in order to be considered. Please include a list of 3 work related references with complete contact information is required. A cover letter and resume are optional. Applicants must upload a DD-214 if claiming Veteran's Preference. PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS. If no applicants apply, who meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Competencies and Training and Experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. All new hires into positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) will serve a 12 month probationary period as defined by the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR).
Background/E-Verify
Credential Verification
EOE
University Safety

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. List of references

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application


2. Resume


3. DD-214


4. NGB 23A (RPAS)


5. DD256 or NGB22

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. *
   Do you require sponsorship?
   
   
   
   • Yes
   
   
   • No
   
   
   
   


2. *
   How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   
   
   
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   
   
   • Inside Higher Ed
   
   
   • HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
   
   
   • Website - Jobs.wcu.edu
   
   
   • Indeed.com
   
   
   • Personal Referral
   
   
   • Agency Referral
   
   
   • Other