General Maintenance Worker III - Wilmington, NC

The Town of [Municipality Name] is dedicated to maintaining and enhancing its public spaces and facilities to ensure safety, functionality, and a high-quality experience for residents and visitors alike. As a local government entity, the Town provides a variety of services and infrastructure maintenance to support community well-being and environmental stewardship. Among its various departments, the Public Works division plays a critical role in overseeing the upkeep, repair, and general maintenance of municipal properties including parks, boardwalks, marinas, streets, and public buildings. The Public Works Maintenance Worker position is essential to the Town’s infrastructure operations and community service delivery. This role involves performing a wide range of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repair, and cleaning tasks that help preserve and enhance public amenities. Employees in this role engage in activities requiring use of hand and power tools, light equipment operation, and manual labor. The responsibilities include carpentry, plumbing repairs, facility cleaning, painting, and property upkeep, particularly focused on high-traffic areas such as the Town's boardwalk and marina. Because of the public-facing nature of this job, strong interpersonal skills and professionalism are necessary when interacting with community members and contractors. This position features a dynamic work schedule that includes regular weekend shifts and some evening hours, reflecting the operational needs of outdoor public spaces and community events. Work is often performed with considerable independence and requires sound judgment, especially when prioritizing tasks and ensuring safety. Given the scope of the job, employees may also take on leadership roles within work crews, coordinating efforts with other public works staff or contractors to complete projects efficiently and in line with community standards. Employees in this classification are expected to handle tasks ranging from routine cleaning to complex repairs involving woodworking, plumbing, and signage installation. Other duties may involve landscaping, snow and ice removal, storm preparation and cleanup, traffic and crowd control during public events, and responsive maintenance related to community concerns. The role demands physical stamina and the ability to work under adverse weather conditions while maintaining a focus on quality workmanship and safety compliance. In summary, this role is integral to preserving the Town’s reputation for well-maintained and accessible public spaces. It offers a blend of technical, physical, and interpersonal responsibilities suitable for motivated individuals committed to public service and community enhancement. Employees receive ongoing supervision from the Public Works Manager but operate with substantial autonomy, making this an attractive opportunity for self-directed workers who thrive in a team environment. The Town emphasizes safety, skill development, and community-oriented work practices, making this position rewarding for those interested in hands-on municipal maintenance work.

• High school diploma or GED equivalency
• Three to five years of related maintenance and repair experience
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license
• Immunization against blood borne pathogens
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, holidays, and overtime as needed
• Ability to perform physical labor including lifting up to 100 pounds
• Ability to pass physical and safety standards for heavy work
• Completion of NIMS coursework within one year