Lead Vehicle Mechanic

University of North Carolina at Greensboro, United States

Updated: about 19 hours ago
Location: Greensboro, INDIANA
Deadline: 09 Apr 2026

Posting Details
Posting Details


Requisition Number S3105
Position Number 003825
Position Classification Title Vehicle/Equipment Repair Tech
Functional Title Lead Vehicle Mechanic
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 all administrative departments, student programs, and all academic schools and departments. 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 over 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 serve as a “technical lead” within the work unit, providing guidance and coaching to others in the same unit.
This position requires a thorough understanding of the most difficult and complex systems. This position will conduct routine and major maintenance to extend the life of university vehicles and equipment, performing vehicle tune-ups; tire rotations, repairs, and changes; oil changes; wheel balancing; preventive maintenance; and hand tools maintenance within the university’s fleet. The employee in this position should be able to perform minor and major repairs on all types of equipment, including but not limited to: all vehicles, trailers, power operated equipment, and hand tools. Repair work may include engine/transmission rebuilds and major electrical repairs.
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.
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.
  • The ability to perform annual Federal DOT inspections.
  • ASE Certifications
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
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    Recruitment Range $53,954 - $59,949
    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 03/26/2026
    Close Date 04/09/2026
    FTE 1.000
    FLSA Non-Exempt
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    If time-limited, please specify end date for appointment.
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