We have many different roles within Duke Facilities Management. Project managers, skilled tradespeople, housekeepers, engineers, business analysts, grounds equipment operators and more. What they all have in common is the shared mission of campus stewardship and a commitment to excellence that is Duke.

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Facilities Management Open Positions

Last updated: March 12, 2025

Title / Requisition NumberOccupational Summary

Financial Management Analyst III

252193

Plan, develop and coordinate the preparation of financial analyses and reports including, but not limited to, operational and capital budgets, financial statements, statistical reports, cost analyses and other financial information; perform complex and specialized assignments in assigned area of expertise; perform lead role in coordinating complex projects.

Building Coordinator, Science Precinct

254290

The Building Coordinator – Science Precinct is responsible for ensuring that facilities and building services across the assigned area, particularly within research-intensive laboratory spaces, operate efficiently, meet stakeholder needs, and maintain a professional, safe, and functional environment. This role involves liaising with building occupants, coordinating maintenance and operational services, managing outside service providers (OSPs), and participating in long-term planning and improvement initiatives.

Senior Supervisor, Housekeeping

254982

Senior Supervisor, Housekeeping

253936

Perform supervisory duties in the care, cleaning, and general housekeeping of several buildings, residence areas, or sections of large buildings of Duke University; hire and train new employees; conduct first step grievance hearings.

HVAC & Refrigeration Specialist

248396

Perform maintenance and repair on heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment and systems. Troubleshoot building, water side and air side systems through performance analysis. Perform duties assigned to lower level positions in the HVACR series as needed.

Senior Human Resources Representative

254003

Advise and assist management and employees on employee issues and concerns through communicating, interpreting and recommending appropriate use of human resource policies and procedures, and services and programs offered by Duke University.

Senior Controls Technician

255065

Perform calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance on a variety of electric and electronic OEM and 3rd party control equipment to achieve better utility plant and building system operation; provide technical guidance and direction to other employees; provide technical support to contracted vendor work and projects.

Engineer I

254870

Manage the design, procurement and construction of assigned utility and work being performed. Prepare reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and promotions, transfers and vacation maintenance and level of work.

Engineer III

254876

Participate in the design, planning, evaluation, procurement, construction, operation and maintenance of Duke University mechanical electrical systems.

Assistant Horticulturalist

255150

Perform a variety of horticultural duties involved in the preparation, maintenance, planning and design of landscape enhancements for Duke University and/or Medical Center grounds; research an d analyze landscape problems and provide advanced technical support and assistance to grounds maintenance personnel.

Irrigation Specialist

250437

Perform advanced irrigation system installation and repair work for systems. all Medical Center and University grounds including, but not limited to, designing new and redesigning existing irrigation systems; conduct studies to determine deficiencies or ineffective water flow/distribution; analyze water loss and layout of irrigation systems; participate in determining strategies for new and existing irrigation.

Senior Supervisor, Grounds Maintenance

250777

Plan and supervise the work required to maintain, preserve, and care for all university and medical center landscapes.

Utility Operator I

253878

Perform other related duties issues ensure operates steam boilers, chilled water systems, pumping systems, and auxiliary equipment to safe, reliable, and efficient plant operation; monitor HVAC and electrical systems.

Utility Worker

252532

Utility Worker

251160

Utility Worker

250206

 

Perform routine manual tasks necessary to maintain Duke University buildings and facilities.

Senior Sanitation Equipment Operator

251309

Drive and operate specially equipped heavy duty refuse truck and related equipment to collect refuse from Duke University facilities according to a predetermined schedule.

Housekeeping Specialist

251084

Housekeeping Specialist

250851

Housekeeping Specialist

250020

Perform routine manual work in cleaning, servicing, and stocking supplies in Duke University buildings.

Sourcing Analyst

254039

Reporting to the Director of Project Management in the Facilities Management Department, the Sourcing Analyst is primarily responsible for the coordination of design and construction contracts for the Office of Project Management, Office of Planning and Design, and Utility and Engineering Services. 

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