Maintenance/Construction Technician III - MOH65044148

Natural and Cultural Resources; North Carolina; On-site; USD 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) is hiring for a Maintenance / Construction Technician III at the North Carolina Transportation Museum in Spencer, NC. The role oversees complex trades, infrastructure maintenance, and event support at the 60-acre site.

You will troubleshoot advanced electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, supervise maintenance personnel, and manage contractor agreements to keep historic facilities safe and operational for high-volume public

Qualifications

• Demonstrated journey-level experience in one or more of electrical, plumbing, or HVAC/automated climate control systems.
• Demonstrated experience supervising multiple staff members.
• Experience managing a work order system.
• Experience in small engine or fleet equipment repair.
• Forklift or aerial lift operator certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Multi-trade building maintenance: troubleshoot and repair complex electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and climate control systems.
• Contractor and operations liaison: direct third-party providers and enforce maintenance agreements.
• Equipment fleet management: oversee readiness and safe operation of facility machinery and heavy equipment.
• Event logistics and exhibit support: provide technical and logistical support for events and exhibits.
• Staff supervision: allocate work orders, prioritize tasks, and manage maintenance staff.

Skills

journey-level trades

supervising staff

work order system

small engine/fleet repair

Forklift/Aerial Lift certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EPA technician certification

Job description

Agency Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources Division Museum of History Job Classification Title Maintenance/Construction Technician III (S) Position Number 65044148 Grade NC09

About Us The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.

Description of Work

Are you an experienced journey-level multi-trade professional ready to lead facility operations and protect a unique historic campus filled with iconic trains, historic structures, and high-profile events? The North Carolina Transportation Museum is seeking a Maintenance / Construction Technician III to oversee complex trades, infrastructure maintenance, and event support at our 60-acre Spencer, NC site. Operating with a high degree of independence, you will troubleshoot advanced electrical, plumbing, and HVAC climate control systems, manage contractor agreements, oversee equipment fleets, and directly supervise maintenance personnel. Join our team and play a vital role in preserving North Carolina's premier transportation history site while keeping our high-volume public operations running safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Multi-Trade Building Maintenance: Execute journey-level troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance across complex facility electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and automated climate control systems to preserve historic infrastructure and public spaces.


• Contractor & Operations Liaison: Direct third-party service providers and contractors to enforce site cleanliness standards, integrated pest management protocols, and specialized facility maintenance agreements.


• Equipment Fleet Management: Oversee the operational readiness, preventive maintenance, and safe operation of facility-specific machinery and heavy equipment required for sitewide upkeep.


• Event Logistics & Exhibit Support: Deliver technical, electrical, and logistical support for site event programming, rental operations, shows, and museum exhibit construction or installation.


• Staff Supervision & Workflow Allocation: Direct daily work order distribution, prioritize tasks, and manage operations for Maintenance/Construction Technician I staff and temporary facility personnel.


• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Inspect completed work to ensure technical accuracy, strict adherence to North Carolina State Building Codes, and compliance with historic preservation standards.


• Safety Program & Performance Management: Conduct staff evaluations, deliver trade and safety training, enforce OSHA standards, and maintain overall sitewide workplace safety.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. Recruitment Range: $41,206.00 - $56,660.00 To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required.

• Demonstrated journey-level experience in one or more of the following technical trades: electrical, plumbing, or HVAC/automated climate control systems.


• Demonstrated experience in supervising multiple staff members.


• Demonstrated experience managing a work order system.


• Demonstrated experience in small engine / fleet equipment repair.


• Forklift / Aerial Lift Operator Certification.

Position/Physical Requirements

• Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm with evening and rotating shifts/weekends for events required as needed.


• Must be able to perform walk‑intensive work with some outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions.


• Must be able to lift 100lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.


• Must be able to climb ladders.


• Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

***SIGN-ON BONUS BEING OFFERED***

A sign-on bonus of $1000 is being offered for eligible candidates. See eligibility at https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy *Payout contingent on funding availability*

This position is located at:

North Carolina Transportation Museum 411 S. Salisbury Ave. Spencer, NC 28159

Minimum Education and Experience

Some 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 Requirements

• May 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.

Division Description

The N.C. Transportation Museum was once home to Southern Railway’s largest steam locomotive repair facility in the southeast. The museum features all types of transportation history – railroading, automotive, aviation, and more. Historic structures include Barber Junction Depot, an authentic train station built in 1898 that serves as the museum’s Visitor Center. The Bob Julian Roundhouse is the largest remaining roundhouse in North America, and is home to locomotives, passenger rail cars, and a full‑size replica Wright Flyer. The massive Back Shop, where steam locomotives were once completely overhauled, now houses rail cars of the past, antique automobiles, fire trucks, and the restoration of the Piedmont Airlines’ Potomac Pacemaker DC‑3. The Flue Shop houses the museum’s Bumper to Bumper automotive exhibit. The North Carolina Museum of History Division promotes the understanding of the history and material culture of North Carolina for the educational benefit of North Carolinians. Through collections and historical Interpretation, its museums encourage citizens and visitors to explore and understand the past; to reflect on their lives and their place in history; and to preserve state, regional, and local history for future generations.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job‑related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence. We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.

Employment Eligibility

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E‑Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

Sign On Bonus Eligibility

To be eligible for a sign‑on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time‑limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system, subject to the State Human Resources Act. Employee eligible for a sign‑on must work at least 20 hours per week. All Sign‑on Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign‑on Policy can be found here.

CONTACT INFORMATION

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Division of Human Resources 109 E. Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 Phone: [phone] EEO Statement The 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

Recruiter: Mary McClintock Email: [e-mail]