Facility Set-Up Coordinator

Monday-Friday; 9am-6pm

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

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University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

The William and Ida Friday Center at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is dedicated to lifelong learning, community engagement, and intellectual enrichment. It houses the Friday Conference Center, a leading venue for academic, professional, and community events; Community and Continuing Education Programs (including BRIDGES, Paralegal, Friday Center Lecture Series, Celebration of Black History, and the annual MLK Banquet); and serves as the administrative home for the Retired Faculty and Professionals Association ( RFPA). Through its services, the Friday Center provides opportunities for learning, collaboration, and engagement to meet the needs of diverse audiences.

The Facility Set-Up Coordinator is primarily responsible for ensuring that the Friday Center is physically prepared and in working order to support its programs, events, and daily operations. This position manages the staging, set-up, and breakdown of conference rooms and public spaces to meet event specifications. Working in coordination with the Conference Center teams, this role ensures that all meeting spaces are physically arranged and equipped for a wide range of events from small seminars to large, multi-day conferences and that room configurations are completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.

In addition to facility staging and event support, the Set-Up Coordinator provides general facility maintenance and upkeep throughout the 100,000-square-foot building, including meeting rooms, offices, a commercial kitchen, a loading dock, and exterior areas. Responsibilities include general maintenance tasks such as painting and drywall repair; basic repairs of electrical switches, outlets, and lighting fixtures; and minor plumbing work involving toilets, urinals, faucets, and drain lines. The coordinator also conducts routine building checks, identifies maintenance needs, and assists with day-to-day operational support to ensure the facility remains safe, functional, and responsive to the needs of guests and staff. The Facility Set-Up Coordinator reports to the manager of facility operations and maintenance at the Friday Center and works in conjunction with the broader Friday Center facilities team to ensure seamless daily operations and support for events.

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to accurately follow instructions, both verbally and written.
- Must be highly detailed orientated.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent listening skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Professional in appearance and demeanor.
- Must always ensure a teamwork environment.
- Ability to move or lift heavy furniture and equipment.

- Basic knowledge of overall general building maintenance (painting, power tools, drywall repair, light plumbing and electrical).
- Experience with hospitality/facility set-up and staging.

- Must be able to move furniture up to 65 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
- The ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Pushing and pulling of tables, chairs and furniture with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must have the ability to occasionally ascend/descend a ladder with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Ability to perform repetitive movement.

Not Applicable.

H-1B sponsorship is not available for this position.

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The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.