Maintenance Worker-Summer Temporary Position (Housing & Residence Life) (Multiple Positions)

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, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured 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 of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department: Housing and Residence Life - 40010
Vacancy Number: TSP5622PST
Temp Position Type: SHRA Temporary
Job Category: Unspecified
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 the 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. Positions will start May 11, 2026 and end early/mid-August.

Position Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance work in residence halls, apartments, and suites which includes but is not limited to:

• Lifting/Moving Furniture
• Drywall repair
• Ceiling tile replacement
• 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.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:


College/School Information:


Work Hours: 7:00AM - 4:30 PM Mon-Thur; 7 am - 11 am Fri
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 Date: 02/24/2026
Job Closing Date: 5/31/2026

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

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/39367

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.







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About University of North Carolina Wilmington

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, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured 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 of Institutions of Higher Education.UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

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