Mason

About the role

East Carolina University (ECU) is a top‑ranked public R1 research university located in Greenville, NC, known for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. The Administration & Finance Division supports daily operations through units such as Facilities Engineering & Architectural Services, Facilities Services, and Housekeeping Services. Campus Operations maintains all university real property—buildings, infrastructure, grounds—across the Main, Health Sciences, and West Research Campuses and satellite locations. The Mason position resides in the Building Services unit of Facilities Services, which handles carpentry, locksmith, masonry, paint, and roofing work across ECU campuses. “Be a Pirate! Be a Pirate!” reflects ECU’s spirit of pride and community.

The primary purpose of this Mason role is to perform skilled masonry work involving the construction, repair, and maintenance of brick, block, concrete, tile, plaster, and other masonry structures and surfaces. The incumbent reports to the Mason Supervisor and collaborates with facilities staff, faculty, staff, and administrative personnel to carry out assigned masonry, maintenance, and related duties.

Responsibilities

• Facilities Maintenance, Technical Support, and Work Coordination (≈50% of time)
• Customer Service, Communication, and Technical Problem‑Solving (≈40% of time)
• Workplace Safety, Hazard Identification, and Compliance (≈10% of time)
• Perform skilled masonry work: construct, repair, and maintain brick, block, concrete, tile, plaster, and other masonry structures and surfaces.
• Report to the Mason Supervisor and work collaboratively with other facilities staff, faculty, staff, and administrative personnel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
• No license or certification required by statute or regulation.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License (as required by the department).

Skills

• Skilled masonry techniques (brick, block, concrete, tile, plaster).
• Ability to read and follow work orders, safety procedures, and maintenance schedules.
• Effective communication and customer service.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem‑solving for masonry‑related issues.
• Valid driver’s license for travel between campus sites.

Benefits

Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work‑life balance, including access to professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement.

Pay

Recruitment range: $36,467 – $52,953 per year.
Anticipated hiring range: $39,600 – $44,000 per year.

Schedule

Work schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.