Regional Maintenance Technician

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

Job summary

Join a mission-driven team at a leading state agency dedicated to public service and community safety. As a Maintenance/Construction Technician III, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the upkeep and functionality of essential systems within correctional facilities. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you will utilize your construction skills in various trades, including concrete, masonry, and HVAC. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on teamwork, this opportunity promises a rewarding career with strong state benefits and the chance to make a meaningful impact in your community. Apply today to be part of a team that values your expertise and dedication.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Sign On Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in construction trade skills including concrete, masonry, and carpentry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform general preventative maintenance and repairs at correctional facilities.
• Assist with maintenance tasks at various regional institutions.

Skills

Journeyman level construction trade skills

Concrete

Masonry

Carpentry

HVAC

Electrical

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of progressive experience

Tools

General construction tools

Job description

Eligible for Sign On Bonus $7000.00

The North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections (NCDAC) is the largest state agency and is responsible for the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons, Correction Enterprises, Division of Community Corrections, and Reentry Programs and Services. We have a mission that matters!

The NCDAC / Support Services / Division of Engineering, Construction, and Maintenance (DECM) is recruiting for an energized and collaborative Maintenance/Construction Technician III (Region Maintenance Technician), to be a part of the Mountain Regional Maintenance Team. This position has a duty station at Western Correctional Center for Women (WCCW) in Swannanoa, NC and will be tasked with completing general preventative maintenance and like-in-kind Force Account system replacements.

A successful candidate for this Maintenance/Construction Technician III (Region Maintenance Technician) position, shall have journeyman level experience in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of general systems (concrete, carpentry, finishes, masonry, etc.), equipment, and machinery; be able to work independently to complete work assignments received by a supervisor; read and interpret blueprints; and perform other assigned duties.

This position requires the daily commute to Western Correctional Center for Women (WCCW) in Swannanoa, NC, while also assisting the Mountain Regional Maintenance Team with general preventative maintenance at other regional Institutions. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits. The work schedule is Monday – Friday and may require some weekend work and overnight travel to meet the demands of the organization.

As of January 1, 2025, there are new Salary increase adjustments to the State’s pay plan which were approved by the State Human Resources Commission. Effective January 1, 2025. The new salary range (s) will be $39,671.00 - $69,426.00.

If you desire a financially rewarding career that includes great work / life balance and is coupled with strong state benefits including retirement, health insurance, vacation leave, sick leave, and paid holidays, please apply today!

The salary grade for this position is NC09. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of the Experience and Education listed on the application.

Note: To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

• Demonstrated experience in one or more journeyman level construction trade skills within concrete, masonry, carpentry, site work, painting, finishes, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and/or equipment operation.
• Experience with the tools, methods, practices, materials, and equipment used within the general construction trades relating to the maintenance of buildings.
• Experience with reading schematics and blueprints.

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 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.

Come Join Us To Make A Difference!

Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws.

We support the Institutions and Facilities directly and indirectly by installing and maintaining kitchen, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and electronics equipment. The DECM-Engineering team consists of experts in architectural and engineering design, property services, project management, and sustainability, efficiency, and resiliency (SE&R). These services support new construction, renovation, and like-in-kind and upgrade maintenance repairs to the agency’s physical plant while ensuring compliance with the NCDOA State Construction Office.

Through valuable rehabilitation and training for offenders, we aim to improve recidivism rates. DECM-Construction undertakes construction, renovation, and major maintenance projects that involve longer periods of resource allocation with a focus on enhancing the department's infrastructure assets. DECM-Maintenance, which encompasses the Mountain Regional Yard, Piedmont Regional Yard, Coastal Regional Yard, and three Satellite Yards, provides essential plumbing, HVAC/R, and electrical preventative, prescriptive, and routine maintenance services to all Institutions and Facilities.

DAC 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.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates/licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

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