Trades Technician

New Hanover County; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

New Hanover County’s Facilities Management Department seeks a Trades Technician to perform repairs on County facilities, including painting, plumbing, carpentry, drywall, doors and locks, windows, and furnishing installation/removal. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related maintenance experience.

The position is full-time and on-site, with duties that include reading architectural drawings, tool maintenance, and being part of a rotating on-call schedule for

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 1 year of related maintenance experience.
• Ability to read architectural drawings.
• Experience with hydraulic sallyport doors and air pneumatic controls is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with construction and renovation of County buildings and facilities and identifying needed repairs.
• Performs repairs including painting, plumbing, roof/soffit, drywall, siding, doors/locks, windows, and furnishings.
• Maintains specialized facility hardware and tools; estimates materials for projects.
• Researches equipment needs and assists in obtaining quotes and managing contracted work.
• Performs other duties as assigned and on-call for emergencies.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Painting

Drywall

Masonry

Reading drawings

Door hardware

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The New Hanover County Facilities Management Department is seeking a Trades Technician to perform repairs on County facilities including general maintenance and carpentry duties such as: painting; plumbing; roof and soffit; drywall and siding; doors and locks; windows; and cabinets and installing/removing furnishings.

New Hanover County's Facilities Management department oversees the maintenance and upkeep of all county owned buildings and facilities as well as energy sustainability through our utility management program. We are a dynamic team of trades professionals, custodians, supervisors and administrative staff who work every day to make our facilities the best in North Carolina. Ideal candidates should possess a strong work ethic, have the ability to prioritize schedules, and a true desire to serve the employees and citizens of New Hanover County.

Responsibilities for this role include:

• Assists with construction and renovation of County buildings and facilities and identifying needed repairs
• Performs repairs on County facilities including: painting; plumbing; roof and soffit; drywall and siding; doors and locks; windows; and cabinets and installing/removing furnishings.
• Maintains, services, and repairs specialized facility hardware, including hydraulic sallyport doors and air pneumatic controls for jail doors.
• Maintains tools and equipment.
• Estimates materials and equipment necessary for projects and assigned tasks.
• Research equipment and material needs for projects and assist in obtaining quotes and managing contracted work
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned by Supervisor.
• Performs work during emergency/disaster situations.
• Participates in a rotating on-call schedule to handle after hours facility needs.

Knowledge of:

• Basic construction methods and applicable building codes;
• Painting techniques and preparing surfaces for finishing work;
• General mechanical operations;
• Techniques for safe handling of power tools.

Skilled in:

• Basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, drywall installation and masonry in a commercial and/or industrial setting;
• Ability to read and work from architectural drawings;
• Installing locks and door hardware
• Physical ability and dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of job;
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees’ backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County.

Hours:

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday.
Must be available to report for emergency work assignment during emergency situations.

Employment Type:

Full-time, non-exempt

Salary Information:

The target hiring range for this position is $36,325 to $49,038. The full salary range for an incumbent hired into this position is $36, 325 to $61,751. Starting salary will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, and budget. Candidates with exceptional qualifications and experience may be considered for a starting salary above the target hiring range, but not to exceed the maximum of the salary range.

Minimum Training and Experience

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and one year of related maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Preferred

Experience with the service/repair of hydraulic sallyport doors and air pneumatic controls for jail doors.

Required:

• Valid Driver's License (from any state) and good driving record required at time of application.
• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License required by first date of employment with good driving record.

Work Environment

This position will work within the New Hanover County Detention Facility, so candidate must be comfortable working in a secure correctional facility environment, and must pass an additional fingerprint-based criminal background check.

Applicant Information:

After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.

In compliance with G.S. 153A-94.2(b), if this position requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the county must require the applicant to undergo a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI for all offers of employment made after October 1, 2025. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S. 143B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record checks to cities and counties. Additional information on how to complete this required check will be provided to the selected candidate after an offer of employment is accepted.