
Posting number: 2026--00059
Department: FACILITIES & FLEET SERVICES
Job classification: Maintenance Technician, Senior
Posting type: Open
Categories: Maintenance, Customer Service
Performs intermediate skilled trades work in the maintenance, repair, modification and installation of buildings and facilities, performs skilled maintenance and repair work in electrical, painting, carpentry, plumbing and mechanical fields, installs and maintains street signs, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor. Assist with other duties as needed or assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Thorough knowledge of the common practices, tools and terminology of the general mechanical and building trades; thorough knowledge of the use and characteristics of common building materials; general knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions associated with the work; skill in the use of tools and equipment; ability to work from sketches, drawings, plans or specifications; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to estimate needed materials and time required for various jobs; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
High school diploma or GED and considerable experience in general building trades including carpentry, plumbing, HVAC and electrical, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver's license in the State of North Carolina. This position is a safety sensitive position and subject to random substance abuse testing in accordance with the Pender County Personnel Policy and Risk Policy.
This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and reaching with hands and arms, frequently requires standing and walking and occasionally requires sitting, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, pushing or pulling, lifting and repetitive motions; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts within arm's length, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires working near moving mechanical parts, working in high, precarious places, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to the risk of electrical shock, exposure to vibration and exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

Pender County Government offers a range of services, including tax collection, library programs, parks management, planning and permitting, health and human services, and law enforcement. The County operates under the guidance of a five-member Board of Commissioners.
Located in North Carolina's Coastal Plains, Pender County is known for its natural beauty and mild climate. The area features scenic streams, brooks, natural lakes, and ponds that add to its rural charm. Agriculture is a key component of the county's economy, with crops like sweet potatoes, strawberries, tobacco, soybeans, peanuts, corn, and grapes. Sod farms and nurseries also contribute to the landscape in various parts of the county. Just under 30 miles away is Wilmington, a historic seaport city in neighboring New Hanover County. As one of the fastest-growing counties in the state, Pender County is part of one of the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan areas.
Pender County includes six municipalities, with Burgaw serving as the county seat. Its blend of small urban areas and rural towns offers a unique variety, catering to diverse lifestyles and setting Pender County apart.