Senior Maintenance & Fabrication Technician

Ncagr; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Maintenance/Construction Technician III to maintain and repair specialized grading equipment used for fruits, vegetables, and peanuts.

The role includes fabrication, welding, and hands-on work with pneumatic and automatic samplers, sometimes at heights up to 50 feet. The ideal candidate will have strong computer skills (MS Office) and the ability to prepare letters and reports to support daily operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and two years of progressive experience in the trade areas.
• EPA Type I, II, III or Universal technician certification may be required by 40 CFR 82.
• Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions; operate various power tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced maintenance and repair of specialized grading equipment.
• Engage in fabrication and welding tasks.
• Operate Pneumatic and Automatic Samplers using articulating lifts up to 50 feet.
• Generate letters and reports to support daily operations.

Skills

General maintenance

Lead others

MS Office proficiency

Fabrication/welding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

General tools

Machine shop equipment

Job description

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Maintenance/Construction Technician III to maintain and repair specialized grading equipment used for fruits, vegetables, and peanuts.

The role includes fabrication, welding, and hands-on work with pneumatic and automatic samplers, sometimes at heights up to 50 feet. The ideal candidate will have strong computer skills (MS Office) and the ability to prepare letters and reports to support daily operations.