Facilities Maintenance Specialist - Carpentry, Roofing & Lead Roles

City of Durham; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 53,962 - 65,606; Full time

Job summary

City of Durham is seeking a maintenance-focused professional to support facility upkeep, including carpentry, painting and roofing tasks. You will operate specialized equipment, coordinate projects, and ensure quality through inspections and logs.

The role requires strong technical maintenance experience, safety training, and the ability to lead others when needed. Expect on-site work, a standard day schedule, and potential after-hours responsibilities during emergencies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of technical training in the area of assignment.
• Four years of equipment operation/driving or related maintenance experience.
• Must complete job-related safety training (lock out/tag out, ladder safety, CPR etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform maintenance, repair, and improvement of City facilities with carpentry, painting, and roofing work.
• Operate and safely use specialized maintenance equipment and tools.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor painting and roofing projects, and inspect final work for quality.
• Complete daily work orders, logs, inspections, and inventory documentation.
• Provide excellent customer service and guidance on maintenance procedures.
• May serve as a lead worker, assigning tasks and monitoring completion.

Skills

Equipment operation

Carpentry

Painting

Roofing

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

One year technical training

Job description

City of Durham is seeking a maintenance-focused professional to support facility upkeep, including carpentry, painting and roofing tasks. You will operate specialized equipment, coordinate projects, and ensure quality through inspections and logs.

The role requires strong technical maintenance experience, safety training, and the ability to lead others when needed. Expect on-site work, a standard day schedule, and potential after-hours responsibilities during emergencies.