Skip to main content
TryApplyNow logo
State of North Carolina logo

Maintenance/Construction Technician III-Piedmont Correctional Institution

State of North Carolina
Be an Early ApplicantFull Time
Rowan County, NCPosted Today

Role Overview

State of North Carolina is hiring a Maintenance/Construction Technician III-Piedmont Correctional Institution. This is a full-time role in Rowan County. posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Resume Keywords to Include

Make sure these keywords appear in your resume to improve ATS scoring

TaxORCompensationBenefitsAgencyAdultCorrectionDivision

Job description

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title

Maintenance/Construction Technician III (S)

Position Number

60071449

Grade

NC09

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

This is a position at Piedmont Correctional Institution located in Salisbury, N.C. (Rowan County), which is a Medium male prison facility housing 800 inmates.

Position performs skilled work at journey level, in the maintenance, repair and /or construction of buildings and facilities. Position ensures that work performed adheres to established maintenance, repair and/or construction standards.

KEY JOB DUTIES:
• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on facility systems and support buildings.
• Work at the journeyman level in electrical.
. Service and repair secondary electrical systems
• Repair commercial kitchen equipment.
• Make minor interior and exterior building repairs.
• Assist with repairs to HVAC and plumbing systems when needed.
• Supervise skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled laborers helping with assigned tasks.
• Support other staff performing trade work during preventive maintenance activities.
• Maintain systems in a safe and efficient manner.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary: $41,206-$72,113 Salary Grade:NC09

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

  • Documented knowledge of methods, practices, tools and materials used in general maintenance and repair of buildings, equipment and machinery.
  • Documented knowledge of supervision of individuals with various skill levels from no skills to advanced  

***This is a REPOST.  Previous applicants will not need to reapply to be considered***

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before the End Date.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week

Compensation and Benefits:

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NC Flex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

Note to Current State Employees:

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.

Supplemental Contact Information

NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. For more information about the North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections (NCDAC), please visit us at our website.

Application Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.   Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check.

Minimum Education and Experience

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 the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two (2) years of progressive experience in the assigned trade areas; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualification May require current certification by the Environmental Protection Agency as a Type I, II, III or Universal technician as required by Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations Part 82, Subpart F.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Kathy Williams Fox

Email:

DACWorkday@dac.nc.gov

About State of North Carolina

State of North Carolina logo

State of North Carolina

On-site

32 other open roles at State of North Carolina on TryApplyNow.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Maintenance/Construction Technician III-Piedmont Correctional Institution position at State of North Carolina?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to State of North Carolina. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Maintenance/Construction Technician III-Piedmont Correctional Institution position at State of North Carolina located?

This position is based in Rowan County. State of North Carolina has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Maintenance/Construction Technician III-Piedmont Correctional Institution at State of North Carolina earn?

State of North Carolina has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Maintenance/Construction Technician III-Piedmont Correctional Institution role at State of North Carolina posted?

This role was posted on July 23, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

AI-powered job search

Get every job scored to your resume

Upload your resume and get jobs ranked, your resume tailored, and employee contacts found automatically.

Get started free

No credit card to start