Maintenance Technician, Environmental Services

Maintenance Technician

You will have the opportunity to work in a beautiful coastal NC town with close access to convenient locations throughout New Hanover County. We are looking for a full-time qualified Maintenance Technician.

General Statement of Duties

Performs duties including collecting litter in the town and on the beach strand. This position also keeps storm drains clear of debris as well as public accesses providing safe passage to the beach for the Environmental Services Division of the Public Works Department.

Positions at Wrightsville Beach Public Works require all applicants to successfully complete pre-employment drug screening as well as a criminal background check.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

Employees in this class perform duties in accordance with established town rules and regulations, and the employee is held accountable for the successful completion of the assigned work orders. Employees are subject to hazards including working in an outside environment, exposed to extreme cold, heat, noise, and atmospheric conditions. Work is also subject to the final OSHA standards on bloodborne pathogens. Work performed is under general supervision and evaluated by observation for efficiency and effectiveness.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Remove litter from public access areas, streets, beach accesses and beach strand according to the litter route provided by WBPW Environmental Services and Stormwater supervisor.
• Remove sand from public parking areas, and public access areas.
• Ensure all storm drains are clear of debris.
• Pickup town recycle receptacles.
• Serves as back up team leader when needed.
• Additional Job Duties
• Performs related duties as required. These duties can be within the Environmental Services area or could be helping another team within Public Works.
• This position may be required to work some weekends and summer holidays.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Physical Requirements

Desirable Education and Experience

Graduation from high school and some experience in the operation of motorized vehicles; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirement

Possess a valid North Carolina driver's license.

Special Note : This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions, and recommended job requirements; however, all Public Works employees should / may be required to assist in other divisions of Public Works.

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.