Vehicle / Equipment Repair Technician
Job Description
Posting Number
PG194500SPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Vehicle / Equipment Repair TechnicianAnticipated Hiring Range
$46,073 - $48,204Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pmJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
Business SystemsAbout the Department
The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, build, and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:
- Design & Construction
- Business Operations
- Campus Operations and Maintenance
- Campus Planning and Strategic Investment
Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities, or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service, and stewardship.
Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.
What we offer:
What we offer:
- 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
- Tuitionand Academic Assistance
- And so much more!
Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
Join our Grounds and Fleet Services team and keep our campus moving! As a Vehicle Equipment Repair Technician, you’ll diagnose and repair a wide range of vehicles and equipment—from light-duty vehicles to heavy trucks and ground equipment. Your technical expertise will help ensure reliable, safe, and efficient operations that directly support the daily life of our campus community.
This position plays a vital role in maintaining the smooth operation of university programs across 2,000 acres of landscape and 14.6 million square feet of facilities, serving over 33,000 students and 7,500 faculty and staff. If you’re passionate about vehicle diagnostics, maintenance excellence, and making a difference through your work, we invite you to apply today.
This position plays a vital role in maintaining the smooth operation of university programs across 2,000 acres of landscape and 14.6 million square feet of facilities, serving over 33,000 students and 7,500 faculty and staff. If you’re passionate about vehicle diagnostics, maintenance excellence, and making a difference through your work, we invite you to apply today.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on cars, vans, trucks, trailers, and equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance and complex system repairs to ensure vehicles meet safety and performance standards.
- Use diagnostic tools, scanners, and inspection techniques to identify issues and complete repairs efficiently.
- Maintain accurate service records, monitor repair trends, and recommend improvements for reliability and cost-effectiveness.
- Perform physical work, including lifting up to 30 lbs. frequently (and 60 lbs. occasionally), bending, reaching, and maneuvering around vehicles—with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Serve as essential personnel, available to support operations during adverse weather or campus closures.
If you take pride in your craftsmanship and enjoy solving complex maintenance challenges, we invite you to bring your skills to our team. Apply today and help us continue providing safe, efficient, and reliable facilities for our campus community.
Other Responsibilities
- Other duties as assigned.
- This position is essential, requiring the employee to work during adverse weather conditions and potentially even when the University is closed for normal operations.
Minimum Experience/Education
High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Experience in the field of work related to the position’s role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Other Required Qualifications
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in diagnosing and repairing gasoline and diesel vehicles.
- Strong communication skills and ability to follow verbal and written instructions effectively.
- Working knowledge of basic computer systems for recordkeeping and communication.
- Proven ability to build strong vendor relationships and contribute to cost-effective fleet management.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, teamwork, and service excellence in a maintenance or fleet environment.
Required License or Certification
- Valid driver’s license required.
- North Carolina driver’s license required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License Required?
NoJob Open Date
03/31/2025Earliest 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.)
08/01/2025Notice to Applicants
If you upload a resume, please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume.
Position Number
00107956Position Type
SHRAPosition Classification Band Title
Vehicle / Equipment Repair TechnicianPosition Classification Band Level
JourneyPosition Classification Salary Range
$ 37,440 - $ 73,422Salary Grade Equivalency
GN07Alternate 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 - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure, Mandatory - Fire/Explosions, Mandatory - Medical Emergencies, Mandatory - Hazardous Material Incidents, Mandatory - Transportation Accidents, Mandatory - Evacuations/Natural Hazards, Mandatory - Threats of Violence/Terrorism/Interpersonal EmergenciesTime Limited Position
NoDepartment Id
447040 - Business SystemsEEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
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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