Public Works Maintenance Technician

RowanEDC Partnership; Kannapolis, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

RowanEDC Partnership in Kannapolis, NC is seeking a Construction Maintenance Worker to perform skilled semiskilled tasks on construction, maintenance, and repair projects for public facilities. Under supervision, you will operate a range of equipment and support crew members to keep streets, water and sewer services running smoothly.

The role requires lifting heavy loads, good reading/writing skills, and the ability to follow oral instructions, even in varying weather.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred; minimal experience with motorized equipment.
• Those without a diploma must meet 10th grade reading level and be able to write complete sentences.

Responsibilities

• Perform semiskilled construction, maintenance, and repair tasks for public facilities.
• Load, haul, and install materials; assist with water/sewer line work and meters.
• Spreading asphalt for pothole repairs; cleaning rights-of-way; mowing and landscaping.
• Assist with traffic control, flagging, and setting up work zones.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment; assist with snow removal and ice control.

Skills

Equipment operation knowledge

Follow oral instructions

Manual labor capability

Lifting heavy objects

Reading and writing

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Dump trucks

Mowers

Chain saws

Concrete mixers

Job description

RowanEDC Partnership in Kannapolis, NC is seeking a Construction Maintenance Worker to perform skilled semiskilled tasks on construction, maintenance, and repair projects for public facilities. Under supervision, you will operate a range of equipment and support crew members to keep streets, water and sewer services running smoothly.

The role requires lifting heavy loads, good reading/writing skills, and the ability to follow oral instructions, even in varying weather.