Facilities Maintenance Technician
Job Description
Posting Number
PG194372SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Facilities Maintenance TechnicianAnticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with Experience ($52,514 - $55,000)Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm (on call every 4th weekend and some holidays)Job Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Southeastern Plant Laboratory (Phytotron)About the Department
The Southeastern Plant Laboratory, commonly called the Phytotron, is a facility especially designed for research studies on the response of biological organisms to their environment. The high degree of control within 80+ growth chambers, 15 environmentally controlled greenhouses and two Biosafety Level 3 Labs with greenhouses makes it possible to duplicate any climate from tropical rain forests to arid desert. It is also possible to study plant diseases and insects that are not found in the United States including those on the USDA select agent list. The NC State Phytotron concentrates on applied and basic research related to agricultural problems encountered in the southeastern United States. The ability to control all phases of the environment allows inclusion of research dealing with all aspects of plant science. The facilities are provided for NC State faculty to conduct the necessary research to allow them to secure federal grants, such as NSF and USDA as well as for use by commercial research laboratories (for a fee).
The N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative (PSI) supports wide-ranging research, education and training, and extension by creating an environment and culture in which such learning activities can thrive through the convergence of interdisciplinary collaborations. Headquartered in the new NC State University Plant Sciences Building (opening early 2022), this new research and application ecosystem combines world-class assets from across a wide spectrum of disciplines including plant sciences, engineering, economics, modeling, and data analytics. The N.C. PSI builds partnerships among academia, industry, and government to maximize understanding of the challenges and opportunities, and ensure rapid delivery of solutions.
The N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative (PSI) supports wide-ranging research, education and training, and extension by creating an environment and culture in which such learning activities can thrive through the convergence of interdisciplinary collaborations. Headquartered in the new NC State University Plant Sciences Building (opening early 2022), this new research and application ecosystem combines world-class assets from across a wide spectrum of disciplines including plant sciences, engineering, economics, modeling, and data analytics. The N.C. PSI builds partnerships among academia, industry, and government to maximize understanding of the challenges and opportunities, and ensure rapid delivery of solutions.
Essential Job Duties
The Facilities Maintenance Technician-Mechanical Trades’ primary purpose is to perform the day to day operation of the NCSU Phytotron through proper function of the electrical and mechanical systems of the facility. The incumbent conducts daily surveillance of environmental chamber operations, diagnoses any source of malfunction, and manufactures, assembles, installs, calibrates, repairs, and maintains/modifies environmental control and measurement systems within the Phytotron with little supervision. This position will be stationed in the Plant Sciences building.
The position will be responsible for, but not limited to:
The position will be responsible for, but not limited to:
- Routinely and consistently performs widely varying and broad, functionally diverse facility maintenance assignments requiring in-depth analysis and problem solving regarding the most complex, non-routine building systems, using advanced skills related to assigned trade area.
- Conduct thorough research to identify and source components and materials required for projects. Utilize online databases, industry catalogs, and supplier information to find the most appropriate and cost-effective parts.
- Compile and organize detailed parts lists, including specifications, quantities, and part numbers.
- Ensure that all components align with project requirements and standards.
- Develop accurate cost estimates for all components and materials.
- Analyze pricing data from suppliers and vendors, and factor in any additional costs such as shipping and handling.
- Communicate with suppliers and vendors to obtain quotes, clarify product details, and resolve any issues related to parts and pricing.
- As facility technician, required to analyze and correct critical factors resulting in failure of electrical/mechanical system components.
- This requires the technician to perform tasks across multiple trades and may consist of motors, motor drives, relays and solenoids, and includes making repairs to pumps, piping, insulation, chiller and refrigeration equipment.
- Preventative maintenance and repair of electrical, electronic & mechanical devices required for Phytotron operation.
- Keep up-to-date on advances in environment control & measurement.
- Work requires precise maintenance of environmental control with a very small margin of error in order to provide researchers with consistent, reliable and reproducible environmental conditions for their experiments.
- Errors recognized by alarms through notification systems must be dealt with immediately.
- Assist research technicians under special circumstances.
- Move/Install large and small pieces laboratory equipment
- Repair and maintain laboratory equipment like -80 freezers, freeze dryers, biosafety and flow hoods
- Identifies and resolves standard/routine problems with electronic/mechanical devices, equipment, systems through routine inspection and preventive maintenance/testing, after system/equipment failure, or when updating equipment with new technologies.
- Operates standard test equipment to troubleshoot and repair electronic/mechanical devices or systems that may or may not be documented with schematic diagrams and factory
maintenance manuals. - Resolves problems with hardware and software control components.
Other Responsibilities
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Experience/Education
High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification(s).
Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Other Required Qualifications
- Basic computer skills -proficiency in MS Windows, Word and Excel or similar software packages
- Ability to follow written instructions
- Ability to lift 50 Ibs.
- Ability to drive an electirc forklift and personal lift.
- Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in controlled environment installation and repair.
- CFC Certification preferred.
Required License or Certification
- Valid Driver’s License and the abiilty to obtain a NC Driver License within 60 days of hire.
Valid NC Driver's License required
NoCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
12/10/2024Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.)
12/17/2024Notice to Applicants
Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume”.
Special Instructions
Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
Position Number
00111199Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Facility Maintenance Technician - Mechanical TradesPosition Classification Band Level
JourneyPosition Classification Salary Range
$ 35,099 - $ 74,402Salary Grade Equivalency
GN08Alternate 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.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.00Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Mandatory - Medical EmergenciesTime Limited Position
NoDepartment Id
111701 - PhytotronAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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