University Information
Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with nearly 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 1,100 faculty and 1,700 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
Facilities Operations has the responsibility of providing a wide range of services to all administrative departments, student programs, and all academic schools and departments. Services include all aspects of corrective and preventive maintenance, operations, grounds maintenance, housekeeping, utility infrastructure maintenance and operations, business operations, safety, regulatory compliance, project management, and renovations. These duties are conducted for a campus consisting of over 100 buildings totaling 6 million gross square feet on over 275 acres.
Position Summary
**Re-Post, Previous Applicants Need Not Re-Apply, Still Under Consideration
The primary purpose of this position is the maintenance and repairs of campus fire suppression systems. Included in this is the repair of water-based sprinkler systems and planned and preventive maintenance of existing water-based systems. This position reports to the Electrical Supervisor and is responsible for the maintenance of fire protection support equipment, such as, but not limited to, fire pump motors and/or controllers, jockey pump motors and/or controllers, and dry pipe systems, including sprinkler (wet and dry), pre-action and deluge systems, standpipes and assists with the monthly inspection of fire extinguishers, as well as other routine maintenance as assigned.
This position is mandatory as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy.
Minimum Qualifications
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENCY; OR DEMONSTRATED POSSESSION OF THE COMPETENCIES NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE WORK. SOME POSITIONS MAY REQUIRE SPECIAL LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION. OPTIONAL GUIDELINES: EXPERIENCE IN THE TRADE AREA RELATED TO THE AREA OF ASSIGNMENT MAY BE SUBSTITUTED ON A YEAR-FOR-YEAR BASIS.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Individuals not holding a Limited Fire Sprinkler Maintenance License by the NC State Board of Examiners will be required to gain certification within 2-years post employment. Individuals not holding a Limited Fire Sprinkler Inspection Technician License by the NC State Board of Examiners for inspection and testing of water-based systems will be required to gain certification within 2-years post employment.
Driver’s License.
Preferred Qualifications
Five to seven years experience in Fire Sprinkler Maintenance. Experience in Fire Suppression Systems. Experience in conducting Fire Suppression System operational testing, inspections, and commissioning. Experience in prioritizing, scheduling, assigning, and managing workload, including service orders, preventative maintenance programs, emergency requests, and backlog.
Alternate Option
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.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes:
- Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
Recruitment Range
$44,346 - $51,349
Org #-Department
Utility Operations - 56406
Work Hours of Position
8:00 am - 4:30 pm, M-F
Number of Months per Year
12
Job Family
Operations and Skilled Trades
Career Banded Title
Facility Maint Mech Tradesman
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Salary Grade Equivalency
62