Maintenance Construction Technician Piedmont Correctional Institution

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 39,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A full-time position at Piedmont Correctional Institution in Salisbury, N.C. involves skilled maintenance and repair work across multiple trades. Candidates must document relevant experience and education, and pass a background check. A sign-on bonus is available.

Benefits

State Benefits

$7,000 Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• Two years of progressive experience in relevant trades.
• May require EPA certification as a Type I, II, III, or Universal technician.

Responsibilities

• Skilled work in maintenance, repair, and construction of buildings.
• Planning and coordination across multiple trades.
• Providing technical guidance to maintenance staff.

Skills

General Maintenance

Repair

Electrical

Plumbing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

NOW ELIGIBLE FOR A $7,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

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 subject to the State Human Resources Act.

This position is located at Piedmont Correctional Institution in Salisbury, N.C. (Rowan County), a medium-security male prison housing 800 inmates.

Positions involve skilled work in maintenance, repair, and/or construction of buildings and facilities, requiring specialization in two or more technical trades related to maintenance of facilities, equipment, and machinery.

Work functions at the journey level across multiple skilled trades such as electrical, plumbing, masonry, heating and air conditioning, or similar. Responsibilities are complex, involving planning and coordination across trades.

Positions operate with limited oversight, consulting higher-level trades specialists for complex issues, and provide technical guidance to other maintenance staff. Ensuring work adheres to established standards is essential.

This is a repost. Previous applicants need not reapply to be considered.

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

Applicants must pass a background check to qualify.

Note to Current State Employees: The salary grade is NC09. Current employees are encouraged to apply; salary will be recalculated based on education, experience, funding, and internal equity, possibly resulting in a pay increase.

Effective January 1, 2025, new salary ranges are $39,671-$69,426, following approved pay adjustments. Prior applicants will remain under consideration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

The listed requirements, along with education and experience, are REQUIRED. Resumes alone are not sufficient; all information must be detailed in the application.

To qualify, applicants must document:

• Experience in general maintenance and repair of buildings, electrical, plumbing, equipment, and machinery.

Note: Qualification may also be achieved through an equivalent combination of education and experience. Details are available at oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide.

High school diploma or GED plus two years of progressive experience in the relevant trades, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. May require EPA certification as a Type I, II, III, or Universal technician, as per federal regulations.

Join Us to Make a Difference!

The Department of Adult Correction employs over 19,000 staff, overseeing 56 institutions and approximately 30,000 incarcerated individuals across North Carolina. Our mission is to provide a secure environment with proper care and supervision.

DAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to reasonable accommodations and the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan, emphasizing the most qualified candidates based on qualifications, equity, and budget.

Applicants must provide comprehensive application information, including employment dates, education, work experience, and certifications. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of complete applications. All supplemental questions must be answered based on the provided information.

Additional instructions for veteran, National Guard, and other special considerations are detailed, including necessary documentation and links for certification requirements and legal compliance.

Due to high application volume, application status inquiries should be made through your account online. Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews; others will be notified via email.

For technical support, contact the GovernmentJobs.com support line at 855-524-5627. For other questions, contact Kathy Fox at 828-757-5738.