Maintenance Worker #006663

University of North Carolina Asheville; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina Asheville is seeking a Maintenance Worker to support Campus Operations. Responsibilities include assisting with Requests for Services, event setups, and delivering large materials from central receiving.

The role also covers grounds maintenance such as mowing, mulching, planting, pruning, and trash collection. A valid driver's license is required, and flexibility is needed for varying schedules.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
• Some positions may require special licenses or certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the completion of Requests for Services including event set up, moving heavy furniture and equipment, and delivery of large materials from central receiving.
• Assist in grounds maintenance including mowing, weed eating, cleaning walkways, mulching, planting and pruning, and trash/recycling collection.
• Move heavy furnishings and equipment safely as needed.
• Possess a valid driver's license and be able to work under pressure with flexibility in duties.

Job description

Posting Number: S0701

Classification Title: Building Environmental Services Technician

Overall Position Competency: Journey

Working Title: Maintenance Worker #006663

Position Number: 006663

FLSA: Non-Exempt

NC Salary Grade Equivalency: GN03 (For employment/re-employment priority purpose only)

Recruitment Range: $36,000-$37,537

Position Summary

This position will assist in the completion of Request for Services including event set up, moving heavy furniture and equipment, and delivery of large materials from central receiving. This position will be responsible for assisting in grounds maintenance including mowing, weed eating, cleaning walkways, mulching, planting, and pruning as well as the collection of trash and recycling.

Experience in moving heavy furniture and equipment and working knowledge and ability to safely move heavy furnishings and equipment is needed in this position. Ability to work under the pressure of time and ability to be flexible in doing various types of work, including possible grounds maintenance.

A valid driver's license is required.

Division: Budget and Finance

Department: Campus Operations

Full-Time / Part- Time: Full-Time

Months per Year: 12 Months

Time Limited Position: No

If time-limited, length of assignment: Not Applicable

Minimum Qualifications Notice

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.

Minimum Education/Experience/Skills

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification.

Work Schedule and Hours

Typical hours are Monday-Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Due to the nature of position and departmental needs there will be regularly scheduled work hours on weekends, scheduled in advance. There may be changes in weekly and weekend schedule as needed. All Campus Operations staff are designated as University Critical Personnel in accordance with UNC Asheville policy.

Competency Profile

http://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/classification-compensation/comp-profiles

Special Instructions to Applicants (Eligibility Requirements)

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

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

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).

Open Until Filled

No

Posting Date

08/04/2026

Closing Date

08/25/2026

Background/E-Verify

UNC Asheville 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.

Credential Verification

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.

University Safety

The UNC Asheville Annual Safety Report is available online at UNCA Safety Report. For more information please contact the Assistant Vice Chancelor for Institutional Integrity & Access/Clery Act Compliance Officer at [phone] or email [e-mail]. 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.