Part Time Maintenance & Ops Assistant- Electrical Maintenance (19hr/week)

County of Mecklenburg, NC • Charlotte, IA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is seeking a part-time Maintenance & Operations Assistant to assist with electrical installations and repairs across Mecklenburg County, including outlets, lighting, breakers, and other electrical units at athletic fields and recreation facilities. The position works about 19 hours per week, potentially during daytime hours, evenings, and occasional weekends based on business needs. The employee may also be considered for similar roles at other Park and Recreation locations if they meet the minimum qualifications.

The role includes maintenance, custodial, groundskeeping, and general labor duties. Work is performed outdoors and may involve exposure to weather conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business needs and a supervisor’s request. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency or disaster situations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid North Carolina or South Carolina driver’s license and County Driving Privileges.
• General knowledge of applicable computer programs.
• Knowledge of light equipment used in maintenance, groundskeeping, and construction.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions for operating applicable equipment.
• Knowledge of basic tools used in maintenance and construction work.
• Ability to operate a chainsaw, brush cutter, blowers, sweepers, and other assigned equipment.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor, sometimes in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to adapt effectively to changes in work responsibilities, environment, structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others and maintain good working relationships.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas clearly through a variety of media.
• Ability to contribute as a team member toward completing goals.
• Ability to maintain high activity or productivity and work with vigor and determination over extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical installations and repairs, including outlets, lighting, breakers, and other electrical units at athletic fields and recreation facilities.
• Load and unload heavy materials from trucks and vans.
• Move or assist with moving furniture, equipment, and large or bulky objects.
• Perform building maintenance, such as checking fire extinguishers, changing light bulbs, and unstopping toilets.
• Perform general custodial work.
• Perform groundskeeping, including picking up trash and debris, shoveling snow, and mowing grass.
• Perform general laborer work, such as digging ditches.
• Assist in emergency or disaster situations if required for the designated position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED