The Town of Kitty Hawk is currently seeking a Public Works Technician who is a team player and self-directed with a can-do attitude.
The ideal candidate should possess skills in various maintenance fields such as electrical, carpentry, landscaping, and mechanical.
We provide growth opportunities for our staff in the municipal field.
The salary range for this role is from $19.
81 to $21.
93 per hour, and it's flexible, depending on the level of experience.
This role is also eligible for overtime pay and on-call pay potential.
The position is based in the Town of Kitty Hawk, and the Public Works building is located on W Kitty Hawk Road.
This role will require interaction with all town departments such as Planning, Fire & Rescue, Police, and Administration.
We offer an exceptional benefits package that includes 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for our employees.
We also provide generous paid time off accrual and more paid holidays than most employers in the area.
Employees are eligible for a 401K plan immediately, with the employer match beginning at six months.
Additionally, we offer an NC State Pension plan with a five-year vesting schedule.
*General Statement of Duties*
An employee in this position performs general upkeep and maintenance on the Town’s infrastructure, grounds, and facilities.
This position works under the supervision of the Public Works Director.
*Essential Functions*
The following duties are normal for this position.
The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position.
* Performs buildings and grounds maintenance and repair and operates related equipment
* Conducts preventative maintenance inspections of public buildings and facilities and corrects potential problems
* Maintains public rights-of-way, roads, parking areas, drainage systems, parks, multi-use paths, beach accesses, restrooms, and bathhouses
* Maintains Town vehicles
* Cleans Town offices and facilities
* Installs and repairs Town street and directional signs
* Performs carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical installation, maintenance, and repair work
* Performs small engine repair and maintenance
*Physical Requirements*
This is physical labor requiring the exertion of up to fifty (50) pounds of force occasionally, up to twenty-five (25) pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to operate equipment and move objects; work requires stooping, kneeling, reaching, walking, fingering, and repetitive motions; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken levels; visual acuity is required for the use of tools or operation of equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to outdoor environmental conditions including extreme heat and cold.
*Minimum Qualifications*
Some experience in building, grounds, and infrastructure maintenance.
*Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*
* Knowledge of OSHA safety procedures for using tools and equipment required to perform the job
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Town officials, coworkers, and the general public
* Skill in the operation and use of hand tools and other specialized power tools
* Skill in the operation of lawn maintenance equipment
* Certified Pesticide Applicator certification is required within 12 months of hire
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.
81 - $21.
93 per hour
Expected hours: 37.
5 – 42 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
* On call
* Overtime
* Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
* Kitty Hawk, NC 27949: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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