Fac Maint Tech - Mech Trds - #003225

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.
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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.

The primary purpose of the position is to install, maintain and repair building plumbing and sanitary waste systems, building heating and ventilating systems, underground water and steam distribution lines, and sewer mains. Normal work hours are weekdays Monday through Friday. Emergency response and rotating weekend standby duty is also applicable.

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

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

Position works at the journeyman level of standard plumbing procedures and practices. Skilled in the use of wide variety of tools and equipment associated with the trade. Ability to exercise independence in performance of routine work. Ability to maintain effective working relations with other employees, departments and general public. Ability to assume responsibility as lead worker in the performance of duties. Required Minimum Training: Completion of High School or equivalent. Three (3) years progressive experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of building plumbing and sanitary waste systems, building heating and ventilation systems, underground water, sewer, and steam systems, and sewer mains.

Must have a valid North Carolina Drivers License.

Must be able to obtain a North Carolina Backflow and Cross-Connect License, NC CDL and a North Carolina Fire Sprinkler Maintenance Technician License within 1 year of hire date.

To be considered, you must apply online. Attach a list of references with contact information to complete the application. You may attach an optional resume and/or cover letter.

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

Must have a valid North Carolina Drivers License.

Must be able to obtain a North Carolina Backflow & Cross-Connect License and a North Carolina Fire Sprinkler Maintenance Technician License within 1 year of hire date.

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).

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

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