Maintenance Construction Technician II

Maintenance Construction Technician II

Unleash Your Potential! Apply Today! This position will be located in Spring Hope, Nash County. This position participates in the general upkeep of grounds, facilities, equipment and assists maintenance staff with the maintenance requirements of North Carolina National Guard facilities. Employee performs grounds maintenance tasks and provides oversight of the ground's maintenance contract. These services also include the mixing and application of herbicide / pesticide chemicals, fertilizing, mulching, weeding, mowing, trimming, pruning, seeding and removal of dead foliage. Must be able to make minor mechanical adjustments to equipment such as tractors, mowers and other powered lawn equipment and ensures all grounds equipment has up to date service records and are cleaned / maintained regularly. This position is responsible for maintenance on all tools, equipment and facilities, as well as assigned administrative responsibilities such as record keeping, recording work hours, and basic operational forms. This position will assist other maintenance staff in preventative maintenance of facilities. This will include, but not be limited to, basic custodial responsibilities, HVAC, carpentry, plumbing and electrical equipment maintenance. Maintenance projects are carried out during all seasons and in all types of weather conditions. This position requires physical stamina to carry out a variety of tasks.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.

Note to Current State Employees : The salary grade for this position is NC06. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.

About The NC National Guard : The NCNG is a military force comprised of citizen Soldiers and Airmen sworn to support and defend the Constitutions of the United States and the State of North Carolina. We trace our heritage back to the 1663 Carolina Charter granting authority to levy, muster, and train men. In recent years, the NCNG reshaped itself in accordance with guidance from the Chief, National Guard Bureau and the Departments of the Army and Air Force. This transformation changed the NCNG's focus and structure from that of a strategic reserve to a modern, operational force. The NCNG postures itself in an evolving environment for success in meeting both current and future mission requirements, while maintaining a Ready, Reliable, Responsive and Relevant force (R4).

About the NC Dept. of Public Safety (DPS) : The mission of DPS is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through prevention, protection, and preparation. DPS is comprised of approximately 6,000 permanent positions and nearly 13,000 NC National Guard soldiers and airmen. DPS employees help to ensure North Carolina is a safe place to live, work and visit through effective law enforcement, juvenile justice programs, emergency response and recovery and homeland security preparedness.

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment / attendance) must be documented on the application. Transcripts may be attached to supplement education and work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application : answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant's potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position.

Management Preferences (Optional) : These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview / select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.

• Experience in performing facility maintenance.
• Skilled in at least one of the following trades : (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Structures, fire alarms).
• Experience in the maintenance and upkeep of equipment such as tractors, mowers and other powered lawn equipment.

Necessary Special Qualifications and Requirements : Per 5 CFR 731, upon appointment, applicant must be able to obtain a favorable suitability and determination from a Tier I background investigation conducted by the Office of Personnel Management. 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. Failure to obtain a favorable determination may result in termination of employment.

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 details. High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one (1) year of progressive experience in the assigned trade areas; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Transcripts Attaching transcripts is optional, however, we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally, qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.

Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.

International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification.

Military Experience Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference :

The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Government Jobs account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager.

For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Devin L. West at devin.l.west@ncdps.gov.

NOTE : For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments : There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types. For permanent and time-limited appointments : Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work / week for participation.

To qualify for this position, applicants must possess the required Minimum Education and Experience listed on the job posting. I understand that my application MUST include a complete work history in the "Work Experience" section, all education in the "Education" section, and credentials in the "Certificates and Licenses" section. I understand that a resume is NOT a substitute for completing the sections listed above. Also, I understand that Supplemental Questions are part of the application and the answers are used in the screening process; all questions must be answered completely and accurately.