Maintenance/Construction Technician IV

State of North Carolina; Franklin (NC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking a Maintenance/Construction Technician IV (S) to supervise offenders in troubleshooting, manufacturing, repairing, and maintaining sign fabrication equipment. Responsibilities include developing preventive maintenance, coordinating with safety personnel, and overseeing inventories and quotes.

Schedule is Monday-Thursday, 6:30am–5:00pm, with state benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale commercial maintenance.
• Proficiency with electrical, plumbing, carpentry, pneumatic and welding skills.
• High school diploma or GED plus related experience.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise offenders in troubleshooting, manufacturing, rebuilding, and repair of sign manufacturing equipment.
• Develop and execute a preventive maintenance schedule for numerous pieces of equipment.
• Participate in the plant safety committee and work with safety personnel.
• Manage inventories of chemicals, tools, and keys and obtain quotes for equipment and repairs.
• Assists two medium security offenders in job responsibilities.

Skills

Large-scale maintenance

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Pneumatic & welding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Correction Enterprises

Job Classification Title

Maintenance/Construction Technician IV (S)

Position Number

60076788

Grade

NC11

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

This position is responsible for the training and supervision of offenders in the troubleshooting, manufacturing, rebuilding, and/or repair of sign manufacturing equipment.

Facility repairs consist of…

• HVAC
• Building maintenance
• Electrical
• Plumbing
• Carpentry
• Welding
• Machine
• Other

Equipment types consist of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and manual types. This position will inspect and maintain all safety equipment such as fire, sprinkler, and smoke detectors. This position will develop and execute a preventive maintenance schedule for numerous pieces of equipment, and will also be part of the plant safety committee and work closely with safety personnel to resolve issues.

Responsible for chemical, tool, and key inventories, and evaluates any changes or needs in inmate staffing. Additionally, this position is responsible for obtaining quotes for all equipment and repairs for the plant. This employee will be responsible for two medium security offenders in the assistance of job responsibilities.

This position has a schedule of Monday - Thursday, 6:30am–5:00pm.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

The Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences are not required. Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

Salary Range: $43,738 - $76,542

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Large-scale commercial maintenance experience.
• Proficiency using electrical, plumbing, carpentry, pneumatic, and welding skills.

This posting will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.

About the Division

The Correction Enterprises division is committed to providing technical and behavioral job training to offenders, aiming to enhance their skills and increase their chances of successful reintegration into society upon release. They achieve this goal by operating a self-sufficient business that mirrors a real-life work environment, which exposes offenders to practical work experience, and helps them develop positive work ethics and attitudes. This is done at no cost to North Carolina taxpayers, making it a sustainable and valuable program for offenders and the community alike.

Compensation & Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for State Benefits.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

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 diploma and two (2) years of experience in the performance of the full range of journey level tasks associated with two (2) or more highly complex mechanical or building trades

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualification

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.

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.