Public Buildings Specialist

Town of Fuquay-Varina • Fuquay-Varina, NC

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About The Position

The Public Buildings Specialist performs skilled maintenance and repair tasks for Town buildings and facilities. Duties include carpentry, painting, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and other building maintenance work. The employee generally works independently and may serve as a lead worker when assistance is needed. Work is performed under regular supervision and inspected during and after completion for compliance with instructions and standards. The position involves indoor and outdoor conditions, temperature extremes, and hazards associated with equipment and maintenance work. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with flexibility required to address priority maintenance needs. This is a critical personnel position, requiring work during inclement weather or other emergencies to maintain Town services. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school and experience in building trades such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or carpentry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to use varied equipment required to perform the duties.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
• Ability to keep accurate records of materials used.
• Ability to prioritize appropriately and work productively without close supervision.
• Ability to perform the listed physical activities and heavy-duty work, including exerting up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly.
• Visual acuity sufficient to operate equipment and motor vehicles, perform trade tasks, use measurement instruments, read instructions, and inspect work.

Responsibilities

• Perform building and facility maintenance, including carpentry, painting, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing work.
• Apply paint, varnish, stains, and enamels to interior and exterior surfaces and fixtures using power and hand equipment.
• Repair, install, and replace plumbing and electrical fixtures and building components, including walls, doorknobs, windows, and other structures.
• Troubleshoot problems and perform semi-skilled to skilled carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs.
• Repair or replace bathroom fixtures, light fixtures, receptacles, switches, and roof shingles.
• Dig holes and repair pipes.
• Participate in solid waste collection and street maintenance activities when needed.
• Maintain records of work activities and materials used.
• Perform related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED