Trades Technician

Trades Technician

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Wilmington, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600243

Department

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Opening Date

09/28/2026

Closing Date

10/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
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Position Information

The New Hanover County Facilities Management Department is seeking a Trades Technician to perform repairs on County facilities including general maintenance and carpentry duties such as: painting; plumbing; roof and soffit; drywall and siding; doors and locks; windows; and cabinets and installing/removing furnishings.

New Hanover Countys Facilities Management department oversees the maintenance and upkeep of all county owned buildings and facilities as well as energy sustainability through our utility management program. We are a dynamic team of trades professionals, custodians, supervisors and administrative staff who work every day to make our facilities the best in North Carolina. Ideal candidates should possess a strong work ethic, have the ability to prioritize schedules, and a true desire to serve the employees and citizens of New Hanover County.

Responsibilities for this role include:

• Assists with construction and renovation of County buildings and facilities and identifying needed repairs
• Performs repairs on County facilities including: painting; plumbing; roof and soffit; drywall and siding; doors and locks; windows; and cabinets and installing/removing furnishings.
• Maintains, services, and repairs specialized facility hardware, including hydraulic sallyport doors and air pneumatic controls for jail doors.
• Maintains tools and equipment.
• Estimates materials and equipment necessary for projects and assigned tasks.
• Research equipment and material needs for projects and assist in obtaining quotes and managing contracted work
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned by Supervisor.
• Performs work during emergency/disaster situations.
• Participates in a rotating on-call schedule to handle after hours facility needs.

Knowledge of:

• Basic construction methods and applicable building codes;
• Painting techniques and preparing surfaces for finishing work;
• General mechanical operations;
• Techniques for safe handling of power tools.

Skilled in:

• Basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, drywall installation and masonry in a commercial and/or industrial setting;
• Ability to read and work from architectural drawings;
• Installing locks and door hardware
• Physical ability and dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of job;
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County.

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Hours:

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday.

Must be available to report for emergency work assignment during emergency situations.

Employment Type:

Full-time, non-exempt

Salary Information:

The target hiring range for this position is $36,325 to $49,038. The full salary range for an incumbent hired into this position is $36, 325 to $61,751. Starting salary will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, and budget. Candidates with exceptional qualifications and experience may be considered for a starting salary above the target hiring range, but not to exceed the maximum of the salary range.

Qualifications

Minimum Training and Experience

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and one year of related maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Preferred - Experience with the service/repair of hydraulic sallyport doors and air pneumatic controls for jail doors.

Licenses/Certifications

Required:

• Valid Drivers License (from any state) and good driving record required at time of application.
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License required by first date of employment with good driving record.

Other Information

Work Environment: This position will work within the New Hanover County Detention Facility, so candidate must be comfortable working in a secure correctional facility environment, and must pass an additional fingerprint-based criminal background check.

Applicant Information:

After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.

In compliance with G.S. 153A-94.2(b), if this position requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the county must require the applicant to undergo a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI for all offers of employment made after October 1, 2025. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S. 143B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record checks to cities and counties. Additional information on how to complete this required check will be provided to the selected candidate after an offer of employment is accepted.

New Hanover County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

New Hanover County offers a competitive benefits package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity to include

• Employer paid 401k deferred compensation contributions (5% for sworn law enforcement and 2.5% for all other benefits eligible positions);
• Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;
• Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;
• Paid parental leave;
• Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
• Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;
• Medical, dental, vision insurance + many other insurance options;
• Employee assistance program;
• 100% employer paid long term disability;
• Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center which includes a nurse practitioner and physical therapist;
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives;
• Opportunities to make a difference in your community;
• And so much more!

Benefit options for eligible positions include medical, dental, elective supplemental insurance options including short-term disability, vision, flexible spending accounts, voluntary term life, cancer, accident, and critical illness policies. Employees who elect medical and dental insurance within the specified timelines provided during on-boarding, will have coverage effective on their date of hire. For more information about New Hanover County benefit options, including our benefit rates, please click here.

Please check out our careers page at www.nhcgov.com/careers for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.

Note: All positions listed as temporary, casual part time, volunteer, and intern are not eligible to receive benefits. Part-time position with fewer than 20 scheduled hours per week will not include benefits.

01

Do you you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

Indicate your length of maintenance experience:

• No maintenance experience
• 1 year but fewer than 3 years of maintenance experience
• 3 years but fewer than 5 years of maintenance experience
• 5 or more years of maintenance experience

03

Please identify the maintenance repair areas that you have experience in:

• painting
• plumbing
• roof and soffit
• drywall and siding
• doors and locks
• windows
• cabinets and furnishings

04

Indicate your years of experience painting in business/commercial setting:

• No years of experience painting in business/commercial setting
• 1 year but fewer than 3 years of experience painting in business/commercial setting
• 3 years but fewer than 5 years of experience painting in business/commercial setting
• 5 or more years of experience painting in business/commercial setting

05

Do you have a valid North Carolina Drivers license?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you eligible to obtain a NC Drivers License?

• Yes
• No
• n/a - already have NC DL

07

Have you had your drivers license suspended for any reason in the last three years?

• Yes
• No

08

Have you had 2 or more driving violation tickets in the previous 12 months or 3 or more in the previous 25 months? Please note: Answering yes to this question will not automatically disqualify you from consideration for the position.

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have professional work experience with maintaining, servicing, and/or repairing hydraulic sallyport doors or air pneumatic controls for jail doors, or similar door system? Please provide a brief summary of your experience.

10

Will you be able to work "on call" status as necessary?

• Yes
• No

11

Have you reviewed the compensation details listed in the job description, and is the target hiring salary range acceptable to you?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer New Hanover County

Address 230 Government Center Drive - Suite 135

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28403

Phone 910-798-7178

910-798-7178

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nhc