Facility Maintenance Technician

About the role

North Carolina State University Transportation Department (NCSU Transportation) is a receipts-supported auxiliary within the Finance and Administration Division responsible for parking and transit services, managing over 20,000 parking spaces, maintenance and operation of 10 parking decks, enforcing parking regulations, parking citation review and appeal and administration of a 9-route transit system serving over 3 million riders per year.

Job location: Raleigh, NC.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and technical maintenance of 10 parking decks and over 180 unique lots/locations throughout the NC State Campus.
• Maintain, repair, and install the complex parking system, including:
  • University wide complex gate system
  • LPR (License Plate Recognition) system, including static cameras across Main and Centennial campuses
  • Revenue equipment and installation of new parking access equipment
  • Parking deck lights
• Carry out all Facilities Maintenance crew duties related to parking signage, lot, and deck maintenance.
• Operate and maintain digital sign creation software and equipment.
• Clean and maintain parking lots and decks.
• Identify and inform supervisor of potential maintenance issues.
• Maintain and clean Wolfline Bus Shelters.
• Maintain all painted parking spaces, street markings, and painted curbs under Transportation jurisdiction.
• Report to or remain on campus during adverse weather events (mandatory designation).
• Clean up parking areas during/after inclement weather, including snow and ice removal, debris removal, and application of ice melting products.
• Inspect and maintain equipment such as skid steer, blower, sweeper, power washer, paint striper, etc.
• Inspect parking areas and report damage to supervisor.
• Actively participate in the on‑call program.

Requirements

Valid North Carolina driver’s license required – must be obtained within 60 days of start date.

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(s). Experience in the related trade(s) may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis.

Skills

• Experience working with electrical and electronic components, including installation and repair of electrical motors, ballasts, switches, and related equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical regulations, codes, and safety rules, with ability to apply these when performing electrical and mechanical work.
• Experience installing, repairing, and maintaining parking equipment and associated control software.
• Relevant experience in technical/mechanical trades, including safe and effective operation of power tools and equipment.
• Experience operating heavy equipment, including dump trucks, loaders, and forklifts.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• Childcare benefits
• Wellness & Recreation Membership
• Wellness Programs

Pay

Anticipated Hiring Range: $45,000 - $52,514.

Schedule

8‑hour shift – Position #1: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm; Position #2: 6:00 am – 2:30 pm, Monday‑Friday (30‑minute unpaid break). Overtime may occasionally be required, possibly including weekends, based on departmental needs.