Facility Maintenance Technician
NC State University
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NC State University seeks a Facilities Maintenance Technician – Journey Level to perform skilled maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC, piping, insulation, plumbing, steam, and related systems on campus.
You will work with domestic and chilled water, steam, gas, and waste systems, supporting controls and electrical systems. This role emphasizes problem‑solving, teamwork, and hands‑on repair of complex building systems on a large university campus.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; some positions may require licenses.
- Experience in the trade areas related to the assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Responsibilities
- Perform maintenance and repairs on domestic water, chilled water, hot water, steam piping, and ductwork insulation.
- Perform preventive maintenance on plumbing and building systems, including air, gas, water, and waste systems.
- Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems and fixtures, including lab drainage, sinks, toilets, valves, and piping.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and plumbing issues, including complex repairs, and develop effective solutions.
- Assist with HVAC preventive maintenance and repairs, including temperature controls, thermostats, humidity sensors, and regulators.
- Troubleshoot and repair steam systems and related equipment, including boilers, pumps, turbines, condensate systems, and air compressors.
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Job description
Please include as attachments a resume/CV and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Job Posting Information
Posting Number
Posting Number PG195266SP
Internal Recruitment
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title
Working Title Facility Maintenance Technician
Anticipated Hiring Range
Anticipated Hiring Range $50,000 - $53,000
Work Schedule
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Job Location
Department
Department Building Maintenance & Operations
About the Department
The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, build and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:
- Design & Construction
- Business Operations
- Campus Operations and Maintenance
- Campus Planning and Strategic Investment
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Join NC State University’s Building Maintenance and Operations ( BMO ) team as a Facilities Maintenance Technician – Journey Level and put your hands‑on mechanical skills to work supporting a safe, reliable, and comfortable campus environment. This position performs skilled maintenance, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC , piping, insulation, plumbing, steam, and other building mechanical systems. You’ll work with a variety of systems, from domestic and chilled water to steam, gas, air, and waste systems, while also supporting HVAC controls and secondary electrical systems.
This role is ideal for a skilled trades professional who enjoys problem-solving, working with their hands, and finding practical solutions to both routine and complex maintenance challenges. If you take pride in quality workmanship, enjoy collaborating with other trades, and want your skills to make a direct impact on the NC State campus, we invite you to apply today and become part of the Facilities team!
- Perform maintenance and repairs on domestic water, chilled water, hot water, steam piping, and ductwork insulation.
- Perform preventive maintenance on plumbing and building systems, including air, gas, water, and waste systems.
- Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems and fixtures, including lab drainage, sinks, toilets, valves, and piping.
- Cut, thread, assemble, and install piping; connect valves; caulk joints; and test installations for leaks and defects.
- Install and maintain gas, water, and sanitary fixtures, including appropriate supports, hangers, and foundations.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and plumbing issues, including complex and non-standard repairs, and develop effective solutions.
- Support troubleshooting and maintenance of secondary electrical systems up to 600 VAC , including conduit, breakers, switches, panels, motors, and control circuits.
- Assist with HVAC preventive maintenance and repairs, including temperature controls, thermostats, humidity sensors, and regulators.
- Troubleshoot and repair steam systems and related equipment, including boilers, pumps, turbines, condensate systems, and air compressors.
- Collaborate with HVAC , electrical, mechanical, and other trades to resolve multi-system issues and complete maintenance projects safely and effectively.
- Follow established safety procedures, regulations, and university standards while performing all work.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and the general public, and follows verbal and written instructions related to work assignments and operational needs.
- Perform tasks requiring standing for extended periods, working in confined spaces, and utilizing various tools. Safely climb and work from different types of ladders to access elevated or below‑grade areas (such as roofs, above‑ceiling spaces, and utility pits). Be exposed to and work in areas where insects or small animals are occasionally present. All essential tasks must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Lift, carry, and maneuver materials weighing 60–90 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations.
- This position has been designated as essential personnel for the University and may be required to report to work during adverse weather conditions, even though the University may be operating on an alternate schedule.
- This position may assist with snow and ice removal under the direction of a supervisor.
- Must participate in the quarterly on‑call program, carrying a pager for one week at a time. This occurs every ten to fourteen weeks.
- Must be able to work overtime and/or alternate shifts when necessary for emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification(s).
Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
- Experience working in a commercial or university setting.
- Experience in mechanical insulation (pipe insulation) with a secondary trade in plumbing, electrical, and HVAC , if possible.
- NC plumbing license preferred, or reciprocal, or local jurisdiction journeyman plumber certification.
- CFC certification or the ability to obtain certification.
- Solid working knowledge of plumbing, HVAC , and electrical system operations.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.
Valid NC Driver's License required Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Job Open Date
Job Open Date 10/21/2026
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 10/28/2026
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume”.
Please include as attachments a resume/CV and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Position Number 00062499
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title Facility Maintenance Technician - Mechanical Trades
Position Classification Band Level Journey
Position Classification Salary Range $ 35,099 - $ 74,402
Salary Grade Equivalency NC10
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure
Time Limited Position No
Department Id 445030 - Building Maintenance & Operations
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn of this opportunity?
- NCSU Website
- Job Alert (automated email from our system)
- NCSU Executive Search Services
- Monster.com
- CareerBuilder.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Other Online Job Board
- Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
- Job / Career Fair
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Professional Journal
- Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
- Radio / Television Advertisement
- Professional Organization
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
- Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
- NCSU Employee Referral
- Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
- Other
- If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Facility Maintenance Technician-Mechanical position.
- High school diploma/GED
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in any field
- Did not complete high school but have a combination of high school education and trade(s) experience to equal 4 years (ex. 1 year of high school and 3 years experience)
- None of the above
- * Do you have experience in the maintenance, repair, and operation of heating, cooling, steam/hot water boilers (HVAC), electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance?
- Yes
- No
- * A valid driver's license (DL) is required and a North Carolina Driver's License (NCDL) must be obtained within 60 days of hire and maintained as a condition of employment. Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to start date, and the ability to obtain a North Carolina Driver's License within 60 days of hire?
- Yes, I have a valid NCDL and will maintain it as a condition of employment.
- Yes, I have a valid DL from another state and will obtain a NCDL within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
- Yes, I have a valid DL from another state but cannot or will not obtain a NCDL within 60 days of hire.
- No, I do not have a valid DL from any state, but I will obtain a it within 60 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of employment.
- No, I do not have a valid DL from any state and cannot or will not obtain it.
- Resume
- Contact Information for References Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
NC STATE UNIVERSITY
RALEIGH, NC 27695
PHONE: (919) 515-2011
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