Building Services Maintenance Technician 1-$1,500 Sign-On Bonus

Building Services Maintenance Technician 1-$1,500 Sign-On Bonus

Salary

$37,532.12 - $48,791.76 Annually

Location

Hickory, NC

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

200-01299

Department

PS Parks and Public Properties

Opening Date

08/06/2026

Closing Date

8/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Salary Depends on Qualifications

Yes

• Description
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Description

This position is responsible for performing construction duties in the maintenance of city buildings and facilities.

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record.

Salary Depends on Qualifications

Major Duties

• Maintains daily log; documents time, equipment, and supplies used on each project.

• Installs and repairs receptacles, switches, and light fixtures, including fluorescent ballasts and tubes, and incandescent bulbs.

• Maintains records of all purchases.

• Receives daily work orders; prioritizes tasks; verifies equipment needs.

• Services and repairs indoor and outdoor light fixtures.

• Performs monthly HVAC equipment maintenance and service.

• Performs minor plumbing repairs.

• Installs and repairs locks, door stops and door knobs.

• Checks fire extinguishers on a monthly basis.

• Moves furniture for various departments.

• Replaces, repairs and constructs mail boxes, fences, and dumpster box enclosures.

• Repairs small roof leaks; cleans and flushes gutters; replaces broken glass; removes graffiti; paints city buildings.

• Assists with the preparation of downtown area for special events.

• Maintains department vehicle.

• Responds to afterhours emergencies.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.

• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid drivers license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

• Knowledge of city and departmental policies related to building maintenance.

• Knowledge of basic carpentry and plumbing installation, repair and maintenance practices.

• Knowledge of electrical and heating and air conditioning repair and maintenance

• procedures.

• Skill in basic carpentry and masonry techniques.

• Skill in the operation of hand and power tools.

• Skill in basic building maintenance techniques.

• Skill in problem solving.

• Skill in performing preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee in this position to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently/repeatedly required to stand; walk; use hands and exert forces needed to handle various types and sizes of tools, equipment and objects; reach with hands and arms and perform elevated work for periods of time; climb ladders and balance; climb into vehicles and equipment; stoop; kneel; half-kneel; squat; crouch; or crawl; and talk; or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift, push, pull and/or move more than 100 pounds. An employee in this position will have successfully passed a "Functional Prework Screen" administered by a professional and impartial third-party specialist.

SAFETY SENSITIVE: This position has been identified as safety sensitive. The employee in this position will be part of a random drug testing pool. The methodology for choosing the random test subjects is handled by an outside, impartial, third-party vendor.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed outdoors, where the employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, and inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Electrical Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The work is spot-checked completion for accuracy, compliance with procedures, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES: Guidelines include city ordinances and building codes, department policies and procedures, and work orders. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related building maintenance and construction duties. The diversity of task performed contributes to the complexity of the work.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to perform building construction and maintenance duties. Successful performance provides safe and attractive buildings for city employees.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers and vendors.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information and provide services.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None.

The City of Hickory provides a generous benefit package valued at over 30% of an employees annual salary. Employer provided benefits include:

• 11 paid holidays
• 12 paid sick leave days per year
• Paid vacation
• Health insurance for employees and family members
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program - 5 FREE visits
• 15.1% contribution per employee to the NC Local Government Retirement System
• Up to 5% matching contribution to 401k
• Free Life insurance of 1.5 times salary up to ($125,000)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• On-site Wellness Clinic
• A selection of voluntary benefits such as additional life insurance, dependent life, short-term disability insurance, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• Employees working in seasonal/part-time positions are not eligible for benefits.*

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If any, please describe your previous building trade experience. (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, etc.)

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I acknowledge this position has been identified as safety-sensitive. The employee in this position will be part of a random drug testing pool. The methodology for choosing the random test subjects is handled by an outside, impartial, third party vendor.

• Yes
• No

03

I acknowledge an offer for employment is contingent on the successful completion of a post-offer pre-work screen and drug screen. This examination process is designed to determine if applicants are able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the job without physical harm to themselves or others. The testing will be based on the physical demands of the job. While performing the test, the blood pressure must be within the American Heart Association guidelines of no greater than 159/99 and the heart rate must be within the American College of Sports Medicine guide of 220-age x 90%.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Hickory

Address 76 North Center Street

PO Box 398

Hickory, North Carolina, 28603

Phone 828-323-7421

Website http://hickorync.gov/employment