Airport Facilities Technician
Salary
$20.17 - $26.23 Hourly
Location
Jacksonville, NC
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
7533-00162 July 2026
Department
Airport
Opening Date
07/22/2026
Closing Date
8/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Description
Performs semiskilled work in maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities and grounds of the County Airport, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the close supervision of the Airport Maintenance Supervisor.
Our core values-Resilience, Excellence, Accountability, Customer Service, and Honesty-are the foundation of our work and the standard by which we operate. As a member of our team, you are expected to demonstrate these values in every aspect of your role. This means delivering high-quality work, taking responsibility for your actions, providing exceptional service, and maintaining integrity in all interactions. Your commitment to these principles is essential to fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring the success of our organization and the community we serve.
This position may require working rotating shifts, nights and weekends, holidays and during times of inclement weather.
Position Responsibilities
Schedules and performs/coordinates maintenance on equipment and systems on HVAC systems and air handlers, baggage conveyor systems, jet-way loading bridge, ADA passenger loading device, automatic door systems, parking lot automated gates and ticket distribution devices, public addressing system, security access doors, and terminal sewer LPP system (monitoring and scheduling with ONWASA); using a computerized system for maintenance requests, purchase requests, vendor quotes, etc.
Qualifications
General knowledge of tools, materials and equipment used in general construction, turf grass, horticulture and maintenance work; general knowledge of the materials, equipment, tools and techniques of the standard building trades; some knowledge of safety precautions applicable to job duties; some knowledge of standard office productivity software; ability to understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form; ability to operate simple machinery and equipment; good physical condition; general landscaping knowledge, ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time. Ability to maintain effective relationships with other employees & general public.
Education, Experience, and Special Requirements
High school diploma or GED and moderate experience in grounds and facilities maintenance work, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Physical Requirements:
This work requires the regular exertion of up to 25 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 50 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing and repetitive motions, frequently requires using hands to finger, handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and lifting and occasionally requires climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and tasting or smelling; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts within arms length, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work regularly requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions, frequently requires working near moving mechanical parts and occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (nonweather), exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to extreme cold (non-weather), exposure to extreme heat (non-weather) and exposure to vibration; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).
Special Requirements
Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.
To be considered for this position, you must upload a copy of your transcripts indicating the date in which your degree was awarded, as well as any relevant certifications.
Regular Onslow County employees have the ability to participate in a wide array of employee benefits including:
Health Insurance
Health Insurance is provided by Cigna and covers a wide variety of healthcare services.
Dental Insurance
Dental insurance is provided by Delta Dental to full-time employees and covers a percentage of basic to major dental procedures, including orthodontia for children and adults.
Vision Insurance
Vision insurance is provided by MetLife to full-time employees and covers a variety of materials (contacts and glasses frames/lenses) and an annual eye exam.
North Carolina Local Governmental Employees Retirement System
Eligible employees are automatically enrolled in the retirement system and must contribute 6% of their gross salary each pay period. Once eligibility requirements are met, employees will be able to receive monthly payments for life based on their salary, age, and years of service credit.
NC401k
The County contributes 1% of employees gross salary into the 401(k) account regardless of the employees deferral amount. In addition, the County matches employee deferrals up to an additional 4%.
Vacation Leave
Regular full-time employees earn 13.5 days of vacation leave per year. With each 5-year increment of employment, vacation accrual increases.
Sick Leave
Regular full-time employees earn 12 days of sick leave per year.
Paid Holidays
County employees receive paid holidays annually. The Board of County Commissioners approves and may adjust the schedule as deemed necessary.
ComPsych Mental Health Services
The County provides Mental Health and Life Services through ComPsych to help employees and their families with personal, family and job-related problems such as counseling, crisis support, work-life resources, legal and financial consultations, and organizational support tools.
Supplemental Benefits
County employees are also offered a variety of supplemental benefits such as Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 457b Deferred Compensation Plan, and MetLife Supplemental Plans.
For more information, please visit http://www.onslowcountync.gov//HR and click on the Benefits tab.
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Do you possess a valid drivers license?
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Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?
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This position may work a rotating shift schedule, weekends, and holidays. Are you available to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays?
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Do you have at least two years of experience in facilities maintenance work?
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Do you have a North Carolina Pesticide Operator License, or are you able to obtain it within the first six months of being hired?
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Based on your review of the position requirements, are you able to perform the position duties with or without reasonable accommodation?
Required Question
Employer Onslow County
Address 234 Northwest Corridor Boulevard
Jacksonville, North Carolina, 28540
Phone 910-347-7600
Website http://www.onslowcountync.gov