Maintenance/Construction Technician III

Description of Work Unleash Your Potential!Apply Today! This position performs skilled work in the maintenance, repair, and/or construction of buildings and facilities. Work requires specialization in two or more technical trades that supports the maintenance of facilities and related equipment/machinery.

• Employees will function at the journey level in multiple skilled trades such as electrical, plumbing, masonry, heating and air, or similar specializations.
• Must effectively function with limited oversight and seek input from higher level trade specialists in the completion of novel maintenance problems and issues.
• Responsible for diagnosing problems with facilities (including mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems), purchasing required materials, repairing the issue and closing work orders.
• Responsible for processing invoices and maintaining accurate financial records and vehicle logs.

**The position is based in Fayetteville, NC, but the selected candidate will travel to multiple North Carolina National Guard facilities in the Southeast Region of the state on a daily basis.**This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with .Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position is NC09. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result.About The NC National Guard:
The NCNG is a military force comprised of citizen Soldiers and Airmen sworn to support and defend the Constitutions of the United States and the State of North Carolina. We trace our heritage back to the 1663 Carolina Charter granting authority to levy, muster, and train men.
In recent years, the NCNG reshaped itself in accordance with guidance from the Chief, National Guard Bureau and the Departments of the Army and Air Force. This transformation changed the NCNG’s focus and structure from that of a strategic reserve to a modern, operational force. The NCNG postures itself in an evolving environment for success in meeting both current and future mission requirements, while maintaining a Ready, Reliable, Responsive and Relevant force (R4).:The mission of DPS is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through prevention, protection, and preparation. DPS is comprised of approximately 6,000 permanent positions and nearly 13,000 NC National Guard soldiers and airmen. DPS employees help to ensure North Carolina is a safe place to live, work and visit through effective law enforcement, juvenile justice programs, emergency response and recovery and homeland security preparedness.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesDPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the with the most qualified individuals.The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Transcripts may be attached to supplement education and work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position.[Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitution for a complete application.]Management Preferences (Optional): These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.

• Documented experience in performing facility maintenance
• Documented experience in at least two of the following trades: Plumbing, Electrical, Structures and Fire Alarms)
• Documented experience in the general preventative maintenance of facilities and infrastructure.
• Documented experience in inventory control or accountability of equipment/tools

Per 5 CFR731, upon appointment, applicant must be able to obtain a favorable suitability and determination from a Tier 1 background investigation conducted by the Office of Personnel Management. Failure to obtain a favorable determination may result in termination of employmentMinimum Education and Experience Requirements MINIMUM E&E REQUIREMENTS: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 for details.High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma AND two (2) years of progressive experience in the assigned trade areasORAn equivalent combination of education and experience.Supplemental and Contact InformationThe North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramFor applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for Visit to learn more.Transcripts

• Attaching transcripts is optional, however, we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally, qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.
• Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.
• International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification:

.Military Experience

• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge – Member 4 or Service 2 form) to the application.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:
• A current member of the North Carolina National Guard in good standing must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).
• A former member of the North Carolina National Guard who served for at least 6 years and were discharged under honorable conditions, must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.

The NC Dept. of Public Safety must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the “National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape.” Selected applicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. Please log in to your Government Jobs account and click “Application Status.” If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Devin L. West at .NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types. For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 hours work/week for participation.

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