Senior Maintenance Technician



Job Details

Senior Maintenance Technician

This listing closes on 6/30/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada).

Employer

City of Raleigh North Carolina

Salary

$42,027.00 - $64,326.00 Annually

Location

Raleigh, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2025-00560

Department

RCC Facility

Opening Date

06/23/2025

Closing Date

6/30/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Hiring Range
$42,027.00 - $50,714.00
Work Hours
Monday - Friday; 7:00 am - 3:30 pm or 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm. Some weekends and holidays required. Shifts will vary according to event schedule.

Job Description

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This position is being re-advertised. Candidates who have previously submitted an application and were referred to the hiring manager are still being considered and do not need to reapply.

The Senior Maintenance Technician ensures the flawless maintenance and operation of our world-class convention center and Red Hat Amphitheater.  This role is devoted to providing excellent repair, maintenance, and emergency response to keep our world class venues running.

About You:
Do you have a passion for keeping things running smoothly? Are you energized by a fast-paced environment and supporting a convention and entertainment venue? If so, then the Raleigh Convention Center is looking for YOU!

You're the Ideal Candidate if You Have:

  • Experience in performing advanced maintenance, which may include working with electrical, plumbing, HVAC maintenance and repair, irrigation, water distribution systems, and/or sewer collection systems
  • Advance skill for troubleshooting, identifying issues, problem-solving, keeping calm under pressure
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with others
  • A commitment to safety, adhering to all protocols and procedures
  • The ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays, as determined by venue events

About Us:
The Raleigh Convention and Performing Arts Center (RCPAC) has an amazing team of people who operate four unique venues – Raleigh Convention Center, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Red Hat Amphitheater, and Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek. Our goal is to lead the way for others in our industry and provide exciting events to the City of Raleigh, including concerts, unique conventions, and expos. We strive to create memorable moments for everyone who visits our venues!

Duties and Responsibilities

•Perform advanced maintenance and repair of the facility, keeping the venue impressive to the public
•Conduct preventative maintenance to ensure everything runs smoothly, maximizing equipment lifespan and minimizing downtime
•Respond promptly to customer requests, troubleshoots technical issues efficiently, recommends and implements corrective action, repairs and/or equipment replacement to resolve issues
•Maintain a clean and organized work area, promoting safety and efficiency

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED and three years of assignment-related equipment operation/driving or specialized maintenance experience

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Experience in advanced maintenance, with a strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems
  • A knack for troubleshooting and problem-solving, keeping calm under pressure
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, effectively interacting with others
  • A commitment to safety, adhering to all protocols and procedures
  • The ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays, as determined by venue events

ADA and Other Requirements:
Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work:
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.

Note:
This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

When you join the City of Raleigh’s work family as a full-time employee, your benefits are an important part of your “total rewards”. Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future. 

To find out about the City's benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page: https://raleighnc.gov/services/jobs-and-volunteering/pay-and-benefits

The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are 
not 
eligible for the City of Raleigh’s benefits.

01
Please select your highest level of education completed.
  • Some high school
  • High school diploma (or GED)
  • Some college
  • Associate's degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Master's degree
  • PhD or other professional degree
02
How much relevant or comparable work experience do you have in this field?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 to less than 2 years
  • 2 to less than 3 years
  • 3 to less than 4 years
  • 4 to less than 5 years
  • 5 to less than 6 years
  • 6 to less than 7 years
  • 7 to less than 8 years
  • 8 to less than 9 years
  • 9 to less than 10 years
  • 10 years or more
03
How many years of maintenance experience do you have?
  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 to less than 2 years
  • 2 to less than 3 years
  • 3 to less than 4 years
  • 4 to less than 5 years
  • 5 to less than 6 years
  • 6 to less than 7 years
  • 7 to less than 8 years
  • 8 to less than 9 years
  • 9 to less than 10 years
  • 10 years or more
04
Briefly describe any training or certifications that are relevant to planning or executing set-up for events.
05
Are you able and willing to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as determined by venue events?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from a position?
  • Yes
  • No
07
If you answered "yes" to being terminated or forced to resign, please provide an explanation and the date.

* Required Question

Employer
City of Raleigh North Carolina
Website
https://raleighnc.gov
Address
222 W. Hargett St.

Raleigh, North Carolina, 27601

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