UTILITIES SYSTEMS MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST

Salisburync; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

13 Paid Holidays

Sick Leave accrual (1 day per month)

NC State Retirement Plan contributions

5% City 401(k) contribution

Flexible Work Schedule

Job summary

The City of Salisbury is seeking a self-motivated Utilities Systems Maintenance Specialist to join the Water Resources Division of Salisbury-Rowan Utilities. You will perform preventative maintenance and repairs on water and wastewater treatment plant equipment, pump stations, tanks and related equipment.

Knowledge in instrumentation, electrical, motor controls, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatics, or welding/fabrication is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with water and/or wastewater utility systems a plus.
• Experience in mechanical and electrical systems desirable.
• Certificate readiness within 12 months preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs for water and wastewater treatment plant equipment, pump stations, tanks and related equipment.
• Support instrumentation, electrical, motor controls, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatics and welding/fabrication tasks.
• Maintain and troubleshoot facilities and equipment in the Water Resources Division of Salisbury-Rowan Utilities.

Skills

Instrumentation

Electrical

Motor controls

Mechanical

Plumbing

Pneumatics

Welding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Work order software

Asset management software

Job description

Utilities Systems Maintenance Specialist

The City of Salisbury is seeking a self-motivated individual who will work in the Water Resources Division of Salisbury-Rowan Utilities (SRU). Responsibilities include but are not limited to performing preventative maintenance and repairs for water and wastewater treatment plant equipment, pump stations, tanks, and related equipment. The Utilities Systems Maintenance Specialist should have knowledge in one or more of the following fields: instrumentation, electrical, motor controls, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatics, and welding/fabrication.

We offer a rich benefit plan (Health Insurance - City contribution to Health Savings Plan, Dental, Onsite Wellness Clinic, 13 Paid Holidays, one day of Sick Leave accrued per month, one Annual day accrued per month, Employer Contribution to the NC State Retirement Plan and 5% City Contribution to 401(k) plan, Flexible Work Schedule, and more).

Join the City of Salisbury for the opportunity to work with a team that aims to exemplify the City’s values by showing purpose, passion, and priority.

• High school diploma or GED and experience in water and/or wastewater utility systems, mechanical and electrical systems, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a valid NC Driver’s License.
• Experience utilizing work order and asset management software is desired.
• Possession of or ability to obtain NC Grade 1 Maintenance Technologist or Collection System Operator 1 certificate within 12 months of hiring.

Closing Date: November 24, 2026Hourly range: $20.42 - $32.66 (Depending on Experience)$2,000 sign-on bonus to be paid as a lump sum after successful completion of probationary period.

For questions, please call/visit: City of Salisbury Human Resources Department, City Office Building, 132 North Main Street, 2nd Floor. Phone: [phone]

The City of Salisbury prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.

The City of Salisbury is a Drug Free Workplace

THE CITY OF SALISBURY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT City Office Building

132 North Main Street, 2nd Floor

P. O. Box 479 Salisbury, NC 28145-0479