Maintenance Mechanic

Posting Details

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Position Summary Information

Classification Title Facility Maintenance Technician-Mechanical Trades

Working Title Maintenance Mechanic

Location Boone, North Carolina

Job Category 7

Position Number 086081

Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S

Department Facilities Operations - Steam Systems - 410100

Primary Purpose of Position An employee in this position shall have the responsibility for the maintenance and repair of building HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. Maintenance and repair of steam and condensate systems, water and collection systems, and sprinkler systems. The position will float between multiple trades, including plumbing, steam/welding, E-construction, mechanical, and sprinkler systems, as assigned to meet operational and business needs.

Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position’s role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Trainee/Apprenticeship: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position’s role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. After successful completion of a one year apprenticeship in the assigned trade(s), the position can be updated to the Contributing Level.

Special Note: This is a generalized representation of positions in this class and is not intended to reflect essential functions per ADA. Examples of competencies are typical of the majority of positions, but may not be applicable to all positions.

License/Certification Required

Essential Job Functions Responsible for the maintenance and repair to buildings, systems and equipment associated with multiple trades. General maintenance mechanics will perform routine, repetitive repair tasks and assist trade employees as directed. The position will float between multiple trades, including plumbing, steam/welding, E-construction, mechanical, and sprinkler systems, as assigned to meet operational and business needs.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position Skill in the operation of the tools and equipment used in steam and condensate systems, sprinkler system maintenance, and water distribution and collection systems.

Ability to work from oral and written instructions.

Ability to follow formulate bills of materials and follow schematic drawings.

Make repairs to components or fabricate replacement parts.

Ability to work in confined spaces, spaces with hot or cold temperatures, and physical strength to work with steam system components.

Ability to operate ASU vehicles. Must be able to provide copy of valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications Three years of mechanical maintenance experience

Experience with sprinkler systems and/or plumbing experience

Experience with steam and condensate systems

Experience in the construction industry

Metal Fabrication and welding experience

CDL Class B

Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties.

Communication: States messages clearly and effectively and ensures information reaches the right person for appropriate resolution. Seeks input, listens, and checks for mutual understanding, providing clarification as needed. Advises and consults with others to ensure complete accuracy and appropriateness of codes, instructions, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, laws, etc. related to facilities maintenance. Coordination: Understands objectives and priorities related to activities and tasks in order to follow plans and scheduled projects. Determines project/assignment by breaking them down into tasks. Anticipates obstacles/roadblocks and suggests and prepares alternative plans to ensure timely task accomplishment. Sets objectives, prioritizes activities and tasks, and adjusts priorities as required. Uses time effectively and does not let distractions interfere with the successful completion of job/project/task. Knowledge/technician: Performs a variety of recurring and non-recurring tasks/functions when performing preventive maintenance on standard and non-standard mechanical equipment and systems. Provides technical assistance to others by troubleshooting simple and complex facilities maintenance issues and determining their cause. Mentors and instructs other technicians and lower-level operators.

Type of Position Permanent Full-Time

Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty

Appointment Type 1

Work Schedule/Hours Eight-hour day between the hours of 6:00 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Due to the inaccessibility of some educational areas during normal working hours, work schedules may vary. Position is subject to call back on evenings, weekends, and holidays should emergencies occur.

Position is subject to Primary and Secondary call back schedules. Work beyond the normal eight-hour day is occasionally required.

Number of Hours Per Week 40

Number of Months Per Year 12

Mandatory Staff Yes

Physical Demands of Position To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

Overall Competency Level Journey

Salary Grade Equivalency

Salary Range

Anticipated Hiring Range $46,681 - $47,505

Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 11/02/2026

Closing Date 11/16/2026

Competency Level Statement Management will only consider applicants who meet the required competencies.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Search Chair Name Bradford Snyder

Search Chair Email snyderbl@appstate.edu

Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web)

Departmental Information

Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/56857

Posting Number 201503088P