Maintenance/Construction Technician II

Agency
Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division
Zoological Park
Job Classification Title
Maintenance/Construction Technician II (S)
Position Number
60033373
Grade
NC06
About Us
The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.
Description of Work
The North Carolina Zoo is seeking a self-motivated and team-oriented Maintenance/Construction Technician II for its Construction Crew and General Maintenance sections. The Construction Crew and General Maintenance sections include construction of animal caging and small in-house projects, general building and park maintenance. This position will work both independently and with others assisting in all areas of maintenance and construction. Trades include general building maintenance, steel fabrication and general park maintenance. This position will be assigned to general maintenance but will be required to perform other tasks as needed and may be reassigned to a different group of trades such as plumbing, mechanical and/or electrical depending on the needs of the organization. Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor animal exhibits, buildings and other structures as well as outside in varying weather conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform general building maintenance and repairs.
• Complete general construction tasks as needed.
• Carry out steel fabrication work, including cutting and welding.
• Assist with facility improvements and structural repairs.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a safe work environment.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.
Recruitment Range: $35,596-$43,750
To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.
Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:
Demonstrated self-motivation and strong work ethic.
Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work in confined spaces.
Demonstrated good interpersonal relations/teamwork skills.
Demonstrated ability to be innovative and willing to look for non-typical solutions.
Position/Physical Requirements
Typical Work schedule: Monday–Friday, 7am – 4pm.
Required to work weekend and holidays on-call rotations.
Must be available to work after hours and weekend hours when necessary and available for on-call and emergency call-back within 45 minutes.
Job offer is contingent upon passing a pre-employment screen conducted by assigned provider.
This position is designated as Essential/Mandatory and is required to work adverse weather events and may be called to work special events.
Required to participate in the zoo's occupational health program due to contact with animal containment areas.
Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
Must be able to regularly and safely: lift up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to bend, stoop, and work in tight spaces; climb stairs and ladders; move over and about all types of equipment to inspect, analyze and perform repairs with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to stand for the majority of the day; endure extended outdoor field conditions at any time of the year; negotiate uneven outdoor terrain on foot; and drive motor vehicles at day and at night with or without a reasonable accommodation.
***SIGN-ON BONUS BEING OFFERED***
A sign-on bonus of $1000 is being offered for eligible candidates. See eligibility at https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy
*Payout contingent on funding availability*
** This is a repost. Previous applicants are still being considered and do NOT need to reapply. **
This position is located at:
4401 Zoo Parkway
Asheboro, NC 27205
Minimum Education and Experience
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 the Education and Experience Equivalency 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.
Necessary Special Qualification 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.
Division Description
The North Carolina Zoo exists for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of all our citizens and guests. The North Carolina Zoo mission is to protect wildlife and wild places and inspire people to join in conserving the natural world. This mission encompasses both domestic and international efforts, focusing on wildlife conservation, habitat preservation and promoting environmental stewardship.
Learn more about the North Carolina Zoo: https://nczoo.org
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Supplemental and Contact Information.
The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.
We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.
Application Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experienc