Maintenance Assistant

New Hanover County; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k contributions

NC Retirement system

Flex time and telework availability

Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Education leave

Insurance options

Health and wellness center

Professional development

Community service leave

And so much more!

Job summary

New Hanover County is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join the Maintenance Division of the Recycling & Solid Waste Department. The role involves performing manual labor at the county landfill, maintaining and cleaning heavy equipment, organizing the maintenance shop, and supporting site operations.

Schedule is Monday–Friday with occasional emergency coverage. Salary ranges from $35,360 to $60,112 with full benefits; a valid NC driver’s license is required, CDL is a plus, and farming

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus two years of related equipment operation.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• CDL license is a plus.
• Farming experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of heavy equipment including bulldozers, excavators, compactors, and loaders.
• Organize maintenance shop and assist with inventory control.
• Mow grass, trim using a weed eater, and handle landscaping tasks to maintain site aesthetics.
• Direct traffic and assist with Customer Convenience Site operations.
• Act as back-up for heavy equipment operators once trained and certified as competent.
• Pick up wind-blown debris to maintain permit compliance.

Skills

Equipment operation

Driver's license

CDL license

Gardening/landscaping

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years related equipment operation

CDL is a plus

Job description

This posting is a re-advertisement. Candidates who have previously applied are still under consideration and do not need to reapply.

New Hanover County is looking for a Maintenance Assistant to join the new Maintenance Division of the Recycling & Solid Waste Department.

New Hanover County is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to perform manual labor tasks at the county landfill with duties to include:

• Conducting routine maintenance and cleaning of heavy equipment including bulldozers, excavators, compactors, and loaders
• Organizing maintenance shop and assisting with inventory control
• Mowing grass, trimming using a weed eater, and accomplishing other landscaping tasks as needed to assist with site aesthetics
• Directing traffic and assisting with Customer Convenience Site operations
• Acts as back-up for heavy equipment operators once trained and certified as competent.
• Picks up wind-blown debris as needed to maintain permit compliance.

Located in coastal southeastern North Carolina, the New Hanover County Department of Environmental Management oversees one of the state’s most advanced integrated solid waste disposal systems. The Department operates a recycling drop-off collection system, a Household Hazardous Waste and electronic waste collection system, a RCRA Subtitle D landfill, Construction and Demolition Debris (C&D) diversion, and yard waste passive composting operations. The resulting system minimizes the use of land resources consumed for burying the waste we generate and minimizes the potential risks for contaminating the area’s delicate environment.

New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees’ backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve.

Hours

Work schedule will be Monday - Friday - either 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. OR 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturdays on a rotating schedule. Must be available to work during emergency situations.

Employment Type

Full-time, non-exempt

Salary Information

The target hiring range for this position is $35,360 to $47,736. The full salary range for an incumbent hired into this position is $35,360 to $60,112. Starting salary will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, and budget. Candidates with exceptional qualifications and experience may be considered for a starting salary above the target hiring range, but not to exceed the maximum of the salary range.

New Hanover County offers

• Employer paid 401k contributions;
• Retirement planthrough the NC Retirement system;
• Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position;
• Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;
• Paid parental leave;
• Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
• Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options;
• Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center;
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives;
• Opportunities to make a difference in your community;
• And so much more!

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and two (2) years of related equipment operation; or an equivalent combination of training and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Valid Driver's License and good driving record required at time of application.
• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License required by first date of employment with good driving record.
• CDL license is a plus
• Farming experience a plus

After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for.

In compliance with G.S. 153A-94.2(b), if this position requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the county must require the applicant to undergo a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI for all offers of employment made after October 1, 2025. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S. 143B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record checks to cities and counties. Additional information on how to complete this required check will be provided to the selected candidate after an offer of employment is accepted.