Maintenance/Construction Technician III

State of North Carolina - Department of Administration; North Carolina; On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

NC State Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

The State of North Carolina, Department of Administration, is seeking a Maintenance/Construction Technician III to perform maintenance and repair of boilers, steam systems, and related equipment in the Facility Management Division at the Raleigh complex.

The role requires knowledge of boilers, safety training, ability to work independently or with a team, and the ability to meet physical demands. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 2 years of progressive experience in the assigned trade areas, or an equivalent combination.
• Experience with boilers, steam distribution, and related plant equipment.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions, and work in teams or independently.
• Physically capable of heavy lifting and working at heights; respirator training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair boilers and boiler room auxiliary equipment, including condensate systems, pumps, steam and water valves, air compressors, and steam traps.
• Perform maintenance on underground steam distribution and reduced pressure steam systems.
• Ensure controls and feed water draft are maintained for optimum plant operation; operate boiler room systems.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Tools and equipment use

Reading and following instructions

Teamwork and independence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Boiler room equipment

Steam systems maintenance

Job description

AgencyDept of AdministrationDivisionJob Classification TitleMaintenance/Construction Technician III (S)Position Number60014690GradeNC09About UsThe NC Department of Administration is the business manager for North Carolina state government. The department oversees Government Operations such as building construction, purchasing and contracting for goods and services, maintaining facilities, managing state vehicles, acquiring and disposing of real property, and operating auxiliary services such as courier mail delivery and the sale of state and federal surplus property. Additionally, the department manages many of the state's advocacy programs that provide assistance and services to diverse segments of the state's population that have been traditionally underserved.Description of WorkThe North Carolina Department of Administration is seeking applicants for a Maintenance/Construction Technician Ill position for our Facility Management Division. The Facility Management Division provides preventive, routine and emergency maintenance and repair services to the State Government complex and some facilities used by government workers in outlying areas. This position requires a thorough working knowledge of fuel oil and gas boilers. Duties include maintenance and repair of boilers and boiler room auxiliary equipment such as condensate systems, reducing stations, pumps, steam and water valves, air compressors, steam traps, and domestic hot water heat exchangers. Position will ensure that all controls, feed water draft, etc., are maintained for optimum plant operation. Position will perform maintenance and make repairs to the underground steam distribution system and reduced pressure steam systems throughout the complex.This position is located at: 412 N McDowell St. Raleigh, NCKnowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesThis posting will close at 11:59pm the night before the end date.MAX SALARY FOR THIS POSITION IS: $52,199Recruitment Range: $41,206-$52,199NOTE: \"See Resume\" is not acceptable to show work history.Working knowledge of the principles and techniques involved in mechanical maintenance.Skill in the use of tools and equipment used in mechanical maintenance.Ability to follow oral and written instructions.Ability to perform work independently or as part of a team.Physical strength sufficient to perform heavy physical tasks on a periodic basis.The preferred applicant will have previous experience working with Boilers and reducing stations and will have experience in the maintenance and repair of steam distribution systems.MANAGEMENT PREFERENCES:Division prefers applicants with progressive experience in industrial/commercial steam systems and heating plants.Preferred applicant will have experience in the maintenance and repair of pumps, steam and water valves as well as steam traps and blowers.Preferred applicant will have current confined space and asbestos safety training.Individual hired must be familiar with building, life and safety codes; capable of strenuous lifting, crawling and working at heights up to sixty-five feet or more as well as working in confined spaces such as steam tunnels and manholes.Medical certification is required to verify the individual's ability to wear and use a respirator. This is a condition of employment. Employee is required to wear a uniform, use safety equipment and follow safety regulations which are provided by the State. Candidate must present proof of a valid NC Driver's License and proof of an acceptable driving record.Minimum Education and ExperienceSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two (2) years of progressive experience in the assigned trade areas; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Necessary Special RequirementsMay require current certification by the Environmental Protection Agency as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations Part 82, Subpart F.Employment Incentives with NC State GovernmentWe value our employees and offer a variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits including:12 annual paid holidaysHealth Insurance and Supplemental Benefits including Dental and Vision.NC State Retirement PlanClick more about employee perks and benefits at https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits .Contact NCDOA and follow us on social media at https://ncadmin.nc.gov/contact .**Find tips on How to Apply and learn more about our agency here : Join Our Team | NC DOA **SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:** PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ON-LINE USING THIS WEBSITE **All applicants must complete and submit a state application for employment using the new Workday Online Job Application System for the State of North Carolina. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resumes on application form) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. Please make sure you complete the application in full. \"See Resume\" or \"See Attachment\" will NOT be accepted. Other attachments (except a DD-214 copy) will also be accepted but not used in screening for qualifying credit. Applicants are required to scan and attach a copy of their DD-214 (Form 4) or discharge orders if they wish to obtain veterans preference. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click \"Application Status\". It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. If there are any questions about this posting , other than your application status , please contact the DOA Human Resources Office.CONTACT INFORMATIONNC Department of AdministrationHuman Resources Management OfficeAttn: Human Resources Specialist325 N Salisbury StreetRaleigh, NC 27699-1322Phone: [phone]EEO StatementT he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.Recruiter:Lauren Michelle ScottRecruiter Email:[e-mail]