Facilities Maintenance Technician — Kitchen & Equipment

Western Carolina University; Cullowhee (NC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC seeks an Auxiliary Services Maintenance Technician (#270031) to support the maintenance, repair, installation, and preventive maintenance of campus facilities and equipment. This on-site role covers building systems, kitchen equipment, plumbing, electrical, and related assets, with a focus on reliability and safety.

The successful candidate will read work orders, perform diagnostics, and coordinate with campus partners while ensuring timely service

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in building trades (appliance repair, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, carpentry) preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, manuals, and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, installation, and preventive maintenance on facilities and equipment.
• Respond to service requests and support facility improvement projects.
• Ensure safety, reliability, and uptime of building systems and assets.

Skills

Maintenance basics

Trade skills

Reading diagrams

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical tools

Plumbing tools

HVAC equipment

Job description

Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC seeks an Auxiliary Services Maintenance Technician (#270031) to support the maintenance, repair, installation, and preventive maintenance of campus facilities and equipment. This on-site role covers building systems, kitchen equipment, plumbing, electrical, and related assets, with a focus on reliability and safety.

The successful candidate will read work orders, perform diagnostics, and coordinate with campus partners while ensuring timely service