Maintenance/Construction Technician I

THIS IS A REPOST - APPLICANTS THAT PREVIOUSLY APPLIED MUST RE-APPLY TO BE CONSIDERED

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

Position performs skilled work and specializes in at least one trade in connection with the maintenance, repair and/or construction, and inspection of buildings and facilities, and associated systems. Position functions at the entry to journey level in skilled trades such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC.

Work assignments are moderately complex in nature and vary widely depending on the current needs of the Division. Examples of common assignments include, but are not limited to, conducting safety inspections of facility infrastructure, siding and roofing repairs, flooring installation, exterior and interior lighting, ferry ramp electrical issue troubleshooting and repair, concrete work, painting, lock/door handle replacement, HVAC troubleshooting and repair, plumbing repairs, and design and construction of basic structures. Employee would be expected to show a willingness to learn the various trades required of this position. Employee would also be expected to demonstrate basic organizational, planning, and administrative skills that could be refined as they progress towards higher level positions with more responsibility.

This position will be based out of the Manns Harbor Shipyard where primary duties will include performing inspections and maintaining the different facilities and facility systems on site. Occasional travel to regional ferry terminals to support facility projects would be required. Overnight travel is not regular but may be necessary for certain projects.

This position reports directly to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor and initial assignments would involve regular oversight and training from more experienced Maintenance Technicians.

Work hours are Monday thru Friday - 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

Duties will include, but not limited to:

• Facility Inspections: Fire extinguishers, first aid kits and eye wash stations, AEDs, overhead cranes, overhead doors, emergency lights, fire suppression system components, spill kits, and HVAC units.

• Electrical: repair, replacement or installation of conduit (Ridged, PVC, EMT) wire, disconnect switches, fuses, receptacle's, lighting fixtures, ceiling fans, circuit breakers, climate control systems, variable frequency devises, printed circuit control boards, load centers, transformers, generators, motors, electronic controllers, electronic key systems, shore receptacles and power cords, Work involves the skilled use of harmonics testers, amp meters, ohmmeters, and voltmeters. Works with National Electrical Code. 

• HVAC: Repair, replacement or installation of hot water heating and air conditioning.
  
  Work involves the skilled use of airflow meters, humidity recorders, voltmeters and ohmmeters, refrigerant gages and scales, braising using oxygen and acetylene and related tools. Works with applicable codes, NFPA, IBC, UBC, BOCA, NRC and NEC.

• Carpentry: repair, construction and renovation of offices, workshops and storage facilities. Work includes framing, tile work, carpet installation, roof replacements, drywall repair and installation, trim work, siding installation, reading, and following blueprints, design drawing schematics.
  
  Work involves the skilled use of levels, sanders, pneumatic hammers, table saws, scroll saws, squares, circular saws, drills. Works with applicable state building codes.

• Plumbing: Repair, installation or replacement of faucets, sinks, toilets, urinals, water lines, water heaters, water dispensing plumbing fixtures, washing machines, circulating pumps, submersible pumps and fire suppression lines.
  
  Work involves the skilled use of PVC, pex, ductile iron, copper lines, cutting and threading pipe and related tools. Works with applicable NC Plumbing Code.

• Water and Wastewater System Maintenance: Collect samples per permit conditions, operate systems per permit conditions, make necessary repairs to ensure continued functionality and to remain in compliance with permit conditions, work with management in planning for major system upgrades, overhauls and replacements.

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

• Working knowledge of the principles and techniques of assigned trades (electrical, HVAC or Plumbing)

• Working knowledge of general maintenance and building repair

• Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment necessary for the work

• Demonstrated ability to operate shop or woodworking equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma or a sufficient year-for-year combination of education and experience associated with a variety of mechanical or building trades; 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.

René Basnight, 252-423-5125,    srbasnight@ncdot.gov

Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

NCDOT will not accept "See Attached" or "See Resume" in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application.  If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.