What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vehicle Mechanic position at The University of North Carolina Greensboro?
Position Type
Staff
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 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 2,600 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 the entire UNCG campus. 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 more than 100 buildings totaling 6 million gross square feet on over 275 acres.
Position Summary
The primary responsibility of this position is to inspect vehicles and equipment to diagnose issues and repair. This position will conduct routine maintenance to extend the life of university vehicles and equipment, performing vehicle tune-ups, tire rotations and changes, oil changes, wheel balancing and preventive maintenance. This position maintains records of all service and repair work and maintains inventory, records, and orders from suppliers in the state system.
This position is a mandatory position as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy.
This position is a mandatory position as defined in the Adverse Weather and Emergency Event Policy.
Minimum Qualifications
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENCY; OR DEMONSTRATED POSSESSION OF THE COMPETENCIES NEEDED TO PERFORM THE WORK. OPTIONAL GUIDELINES: EXPERIENCE IN THE FIELD OF WORK RELATED TO THE POSITION’S ROLE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED ON A YEAR-FOR-YEAR BASIS.
Additional Required Certifications, Licensures, and Certificates
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate should possess or be able to obtain in a timely manner:
- A current certification by the EPA as a Type I, II, Ill or Universal technician as required by 40 CFR part 82, subpart F.
- A current MACS (Mobile Air Conditioning Society) Certification.
- A NCDMV: Vehicle Emissions & Safety Inspection Certification.
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:
- Name,
- Company Name,
- Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
- Email Address
- Contact Phone Number
Recruitment Range
$46,073 - $51,192
Org #-Department
Utility Operations - 56406
Work Hours of Position
8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M., M-F
Number of Months per Year
12
Posting Requirements
Job Family
Operations and Skilled Trades
Career Banded Title
Vehicle/Equipment Repair Tech
Open Date
07/17/2026
Close Date
08/07/2026
FTE
1.000
FLSA
Non-Exempt
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Salary Grade Equivalency
Salary : $46,073 - $51,192