Maintenance Worker-Summer Temporary Position (Housing & Residence Life) (Multipl
University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28412
Maintenance Worker-Summer Temporary Position (Housing & Residence Life) (Multiple Positions)
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please note, this is a temporary position.
This position will start on
May 11, 2026, and end in early/mid-August.
Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
University Information The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world‑class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives. A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate‑ and graduate‑level programs, and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN‑to‑BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering. The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification. UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Working Title: Maintenance Worker-Summer Temporary Position (Housing & Residence Life) (Multiple Positions)
Job Title
Temp Position Type
Temp Position Type SHRA Temporary
Job Category
Job Category Unspecified
FLSA for Position
FLSA for Position Nonexempt
Brief Summary of Work for this Position The Office of Housing and Residence Life at UNCW employs a staff of students and temporary maintenance workers during the summer. The primary mission is to assist the full‑time Maintenance Staff in performing routine maintenance work and are an important part of day‑to‑day operations in the summer transitions process. A major area of responsibility emphasized is customer service. Please refer to the position description below for detailed information.
Position Responsibilities
Perform routine maintenance work in residence halls, apartments, and suites which includes but is not limited to:
Lifting/Moving Furniture
Drywall repair
Power Washing
Assist Maintenance Technicians with various remodeling and repair projects
Communicate the status of jobs that are assigned daily as to the completeness of the task
Present professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintain a high level of customer service
Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Facility Operations and/or the Lead Maintenance Technician
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Previous experience in one or more trades.
Ability to work closely with others in a team environment
Maintenance or facilities experience is beneficial however not required
Required Certifications or Licensure Must have a current/valid driver’s license.
Work Hours Work Days Monday - Friday
Hours Per Week At least 20 hours per week
Type of Position Anticipated Hiring Range $15 / hour. A 4‑day lunch pass is available for employees who work more than 30 hours.
Special Instructions to Applicants Please note, this is a temporary position.
This position will start on
May 11, 2026, and end in early/mid-August.
Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
Job Posting and Closing Dates Job Posting Date: 02/24/2026
Job Closing Date: 04/15/2026
EEO Statement UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington 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.
Number of Openings Multi‑Positions
Required Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you learn of this opportunity with UNCW? (2026)
UNCW Website
UNCW LinkedIn Page
UNCW X Account (formerly Twitter)
UNCW Employee Referral
UNCW Instagram Account (UNCW_jobs)
UNCW Job Alert
Chronical of Higher Education
Glassdoor
Higher Ed Jobs
Indeed
Inside Higher Ed
North Carolina Job Network
Craigslist
Career Events/Job Fairs
Billboards/Marquee
Other
* If you selected "Other" to the question above, please explain how you found out about this opportunity. Enter N/A if not applicable. (Open Ended Question)
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This position will start on
May 11, 2026, and end in early/mid-August.
Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
University Information The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world‑class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and a community rich in diversity, inclusion and global perspectives. A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate‑ and graduate‑level programs, and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN‑to‑BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program for working professionals, and the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering. The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of “Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity” institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification. UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
Working Title: Maintenance Worker-Summer Temporary Position (Housing & Residence Life) (Multiple Positions)
Job Title
Temp Position Type
Temp Position Type SHRA Temporary
Job Category
Job Category Unspecified
FLSA for Position
FLSA for Position Nonexempt
Brief Summary of Work for this Position The Office of Housing and Residence Life at UNCW employs a staff of students and temporary maintenance workers during the summer. The primary mission is to assist the full‑time Maintenance Staff in performing routine maintenance work and are an important part of day‑to‑day operations in the summer transitions process. A major area of responsibility emphasized is customer service. Please refer to the position description below for detailed information.
Position Responsibilities
Perform routine maintenance work in residence halls, apartments, and suites which includes but is not limited to:
Lifting/Moving Furniture
Drywall repair
Power Washing
Assist Maintenance Technicians with various remodeling and repair projects
Communicate the status of jobs that are assigned daily as to the completeness of the task
Present professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintain a high level of customer service
Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Facility Operations and/or the Lead Maintenance Technician
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Previous experience in one or more trades.
Ability to work closely with others in a team environment
Maintenance or facilities experience is beneficial however not required
Required Certifications or Licensure Must have a current/valid driver’s license.
Work Hours Work Days Monday - Friday
Hours Per Week At least 20 hours per week
Type of Position Anticipated Hiring Range $15 / hour. A 4‑day lunch pass is available for employees who work more than 30 hours.
Special Instructions to Applicants Please note, this is a temporary position.
This position will start on
May 11, 2026, and end in early/mid-August.
Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
Job Posting and Closing Dates Job Posting Date: 02/24/2026
Job Closing Date: 04/15/2026
EEO Statement UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington 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.
Number of Openings Multi‑Positions
Required Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you learn of this opportunity with UNCW? (2026)
UNCW Website
UNCW LinkedIn Page
UNCW X Account (formerly Twitter)
UNCW Employee Referral
UNCW Instagram Account (UNCW_jobs)
UNCW Job Alert
Chronical of Higher Education
Glassdoor
Higher Ed Jobs
Indeed
Inside Higher Ed
North Carolina Job Network
Craigslist
Career Events/Job Fairs
Billboards/Marquee
Other
* If you selected "Other" to the question above, please explain how you found out about this opportunity. Enter N/A if not applicable. (Open Ended Question)
#J-18808-Ljbffr