Municipal Maintenance Technician — Grounds & Equipment

City of Durham; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Paid leave

Job summary

City of Durham’s Environmental & Street Services Department is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Worker to support street cleaning, grounds maintenance, and equipment upkeep. You will perform manual labor, operate basic tools, and assist with projects that keep Durham’s streets safe and functional.

Shift is 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with a competitive starting range for a municipal role. Join a team committed to quality public services and professional growth; the position offers comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of related experience operating maintenance tools.
• NC Class C Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles pre/post trip; monitor and replenish fluids.
• Assist asphalt, concrete, stormwater and street cleaning projects.
• Operate pavement breakers, tampers, drills, and jackhammers.
• Perform manual labor: digging, backfilling, grading to required specs.
• Assist with traffic control device installation and flagging operations.
• Maintain records and reports of maintenance activities.

Skills

Maintenance tools experience

Driver's license

CDL preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

City of Durham’s Environmental & Street Services Department is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Worker to support street cleaning, grounds maintenance, and equipment upkeep. You will perform manual labor, operate basic tools, and assist with projects that keep Durham’s streets safe and functional.

Shift is 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with a competitive starting range for a municipal role. Join a team committed to quality public services and professional growth; the position offers comprehensive benefits