What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Maintenance Technician position at Caldwell County Government?
Department
Building and Grounds
Location
Lenoir NC
Position Type
Full-Time
Salary
$34,818.00 - $52,593.00
Date
2026.01.20
Description
FACILITIES MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
General Statement of Duties
Performs semi-skilled to skilled technical and trades work in the maintenance, repair and upkeep of County buildings, grounds and facilities.
Distinguishing Features of the Class
An employee in this class are responsible for maintaining and repairing the County’s buildings, equipment and systems which includes performing semi-skilled to journey level skilled trades work. Trades work performed includes electrical, carpentry, plumbing, construction, and painting primarily requiring basic to journey level skills, but no license is required in any of the trades. Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and systems and engages in the diagnosis and repair of HVAC systems, electrical systems, plumbing systems, door locks, closures and electronic access system. Work requires initiative and knowledge of the varied trade practices and skills. The employee provides oversight of Department of Public Safety inmates and private contract workers when assigned to assist in building and grounds maintenance. Work requires exposure to inside and outside environments, in extreme cold and hot weather, and hazards in the work including exposures to loud noises, vibrations, proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working in high places, and exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and oils. The employee is also subject to OSHA Standards on blood borne pathogens. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Facilities Services Manager and is reviewed through observation, and discussion for quality, appearance and functionality.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Tasks
- Performs basic to journey level trades work in several trades such as electrical, carpentry, painting, masonry, plumbing and HVAC.
- Assists the Facilities Services Manager overseeing the work of contractors installing new roofs, electrical or plumbing systems, repairing HVAC, or making major repairs on electrical, plumbing, etc.; ensures work completed in accordance with County requirements and according to safety standards.
- Repairs and maintains interior and exterior lighting; installs and replaces lights, light fixtures and ballasts; installs and repairs switches and outlets; installs/runs wires and fuse boxes assuring proper grounding and without any cross wiring; adds indoor and outdoor lighting fixtures; maintains electrical panels.
- Maintains, troubleshoots and repairs door locks, closures and electronic access system.
- Maintains, repairs, and installs plumbing fixtures; unstops drains; installs valves, and toilets; repairs leaks to toilet and kitchen plumbing fixtures; maintains all pipes from the street to the unit, and on occasion, will participate in the repair of pipes under County streets.
- Maintains HVAC systems including diagnosis and repair of the systems and performing preventive maintenance, replacing filters, checking belts, troubleshooting the system, cleaning the evaporator and condensing coils and troubleshooting the electrical components of the system.
- Maintains, repairs and replaces doors and locks.
- Performs carpentry and related construction work; frames and insulates walls and installs trim molding; repairs, remodels and/or replaces building structures; repairs loose hinges; caulks windows and replaces broken glass; builds shelves, cabinets and fences; hangs, replaces, or repairs walls, patches holes; and generally, replaces, fixes or repairs any damaged wood to buildings.
- Performs ground maintenance including cutting, bush hog, snow removal, and application of herbicides and pesticides.
- Operates a variety of light power and hand tools; operates County vehicles, fork lifts, tractors, track hoes, and other work vehicles.
- May develop materials and supplies list needed for jobs assigned; purchases materials and supplies.
- Performs all work in accordance with OSHA and County safety standards and regulations.
- Responds to citizens’ questions while working on projects providing clear information on the project and/or referring the person to the appropriate resource within the County.
- Performs related duties as required.
Recruitment and Selection Guidelines
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Basic to journey level knowledge of the principles and techniques of several skilled trades.
- Journey level knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in the assigned trades.
- Thorough knowledge of safety regulations, occupational hazards and related safety precautions in the work.
- Skill in the use and care of assigned tools and equipment.
- Working knowledge of the concepts and philosophy of teamwork and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to diagnose and repair problems and plan and organize corrective action.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to deal tactfully, courteously, and firmly with the customers and the public.
- Ability to exercise judgment and initiative.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisor, and other County employees.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to physically perform the basic life functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
- Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently; and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Must possess visual acuity to assemble or fabricate parts; to operate machines such as drills and power saws, to perform skilled trade tasks of non-repetitive nature, to use measurement devices, to keep and maintain various records; and to determine the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of work assigned.
Desirable Education and Experience
Graduation from high school and journey level experience in the varied trades, particularly in the electrical or HVAC trade; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirement
- Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license; NCDPS Inmate Custodial Agent Certification.
- May be required to obtain NCDA&CS Pesticide License.
Special Note: This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions, and recommended job requirements. However, for each individual position assigned to this class, there is available a checklist which can give further details about that one specific position. These documents should be reviewed before initiating a selection process. They can provide additional detailed information on which to base various personnel actions and can assist management in making legal and defensible personnel decisions.
Salary : $34,818 - $52,593