Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00620

Department: Temporary

Job classification: Maintenance Worker I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Maintenance

Summary

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This position is being re-advertised. Candidates who have previously submitted an application and were referred to the hiring manager are still being considered and do not need to reapply.

The part-time Maintenance Technician supports the Maintenance department at the Raleigh Convention Center and Red Hat Amphitheater to ensure our maintenance operations run smoothly and attendees have a memorable experience.

About You:

Do you have a passion for keeping things running smoothly? Are you energized by a fast-paced environment and supporting a convention and entertainment venue? If so, then the Raleigh Convention Center is looking for YOU!

You're the Ideal Candidate if You Have:

• Experience in general maintenance
• The ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve, keeping calm under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, effectively interacting with others
• A commitment to safety, adhering to all protocols and procedures
• The ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays, as determined by venue events

About Us:

The Maintenance Technician at the Raleigh Convention Center is part of a venue that has a significant economic and cultural impact to Raleigh, holding hundreds of prominent convention and entertainment events each year. Join us and make a difference in supporting Raleigh’s entertainment and cultural community.

Examples of duties

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Maintain and repair the facility, keeping the venue impressive to the public.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to ensure everything runs smoothly, maximizing equipment lifespan and minimizing downtime.
• Respond promptly to customer requests and troubleshoot technical issues efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, promoting safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency; 1 to 3 years' experience in routine/minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical or related maintenance work

OR

Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted

Supplemental information

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in general maintenance, with a strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems
• A knack for troubleshooting and problem-solving, keeping calm under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, effectively interacting with others
• A commitment to safety, adhering to all protocols and procedures
• Work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays, as determined by venue events

ADA and Other Requirements:

Work Environment and Physical Effort:

Medium: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work Environment:

Work is typically performed in an office or similar indoor environment. Employees may occasionally work in or around outdoor environment, confined spaces, vehicles, warehouse environments, and shop environments.

Work Exposures:

There is frequent exposure to extreme cold (below 32 degrees), extreme heat (above 100 degrees) and moving mechanical parts. Employees occasionally interact with individuals who are hostile or irate, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals or substances, loud noises (85+ decibels average over 8-hour working day such as heavy, jack hammers, leaf blowers, lawn mowers, construction)

City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.