Mechanic (Pooled Position)

Mechanic (Pooled Position)

Benefits of Working at UNCW:

Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session.As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy,and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge.

Recruitment Range:

$46,073 - $51,192The salary range advertised is the designated recruitment range for this classification. Final salary offers will be determined by the candidates education, relevant experience, internal equity alignment, and departmental budgetary parameters.

Vacancy Number: S02823
Competency Level: Journey
Location of Workplace: Main UNCW Campus
Home Department: Landscaping - 35211

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The Physical Plant is one unit of the Facilities Organization which also includes Architecture and Construction Services, Project Management, Utilities and Engineering, Facilities Administration.

The primary purpose of the Physical Plant is to maintain the building, grounds, and infrastructure of the UNCW campus so that it is safe, reliable, clean, and attractive. This includes departments such as Electric, Fire Alarm, Food Services Maintenance, Housekeeping, HVAC, HVAC Controls, Landscaping, Motor Pool, Plumbing, Physical Security and Access and Locksmith Services and Roofing and General Maintenance.

The Motor Pool is a part of the Physical Plant. The unit provides support with the maintenance and operation of all vehicles and equipment used by the University.

Brief Summary of Work for this Position:

This position will perform all duties in the maintenance and repair of State-owned automotive and related equipment, including heavy machinery, golf carts, small engines, electric carts, backhoes, bobcats, forklifts, tractors, and welding fabrication. Duties will include but are not limited to the following:

• Work may involve the performance on a continuing basis of a variety of tasks in the repair, replacement or maintenance on automotive or construction equipment in accordance with established automotive repair and maintenance practices.
• Responsible completion of all tasks from start to finish in every repair, such as accepting work order, contacting customer, diagnosing vehicle/machine, ordering parts from approved sources if necessary, testing for the desired result, and returning vehicle/machine within the deadline.
• May require repairs of multiple systems within vehicles and/or equipment.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and tasks with special needs and deadlines.
• Maintain in good working order the equipment used in ground maintenance, i.e., out front riding mowers, push mowers, tractors, loaders, edgers, weed eaters, chain saws, etc.
• Perform small repairs of emergency generators.
• Possess computer skills for tracking work and equipment and effectively communicate.
• Attend mechanic workshops and short courses, as necessary or requested, to stay up-to-date with new practices and procedures, i.e.: State Inspection Licensing.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor, including welding services as trained and needed.

This position has been designated as mandatory 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 in the removal of snow, ice, or debris.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Knowledge of techniques and methods involved in determining and solving mechanical difficulties and willingness to be trained on new equipment and practices.
• Skilled in the performance of complex duties relating to the repair and maintenance of automotive equipment.
• Ability to use and operate the various machines and instruments commonly found in an automotive repair shop.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Physical strength sufficient to work at heavy manual labor for considerable periods of time.
• Knowledge of diagnosing and repair of electric golf carts and or electric vehicles.
• Knowledge and ability to diagnose and repair forklifts.

Required Certifications or Licensures:

• A valid NC Drivers' License, parts A & B, or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• An NC State Inspection License or obtain within 3 months.

FTE: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Months Per Year: 12 Months
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Work Hours: 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
Type of Position: Permanent
Position Number: S02823
Job Posting Date: 05/04/2026
Posting Close Date: 5/25/2026
Number of Openings: Multi-Positions

Special Notes to Applicants:

PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

This position is being recruited at the Journey level. If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.