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Mechanical Technician


Job Location:

Burke County, ND - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 31200 - 53812
Posted: 19 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 26 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center

Job Classification Title

Maintenance/Construction Technician I (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC03

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest most complex agencies in the state and has approximately 17000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health safety and well-being of all North Carolinians providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf blind developmentally disabled and mentally ill and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The primary purpose of this position is to support mechanical trades at J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center which includes HVAC electrical plumbing and vehicle repair. Using knowledge gained from training and experience this positions responsibilities include: assisting with HVAC and plumbing on routine and emergency repairs as well as assisting with electrical repairs and maintenance of facility lighting needs.

This position will also assist with preventative maintenance service and repair on residential and commercial washer/dryers ranges and facility transportation. This position will be required to assist other trades within JIRDCs Maintenance Department as needed and assigned by management.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $31200.00 $53812.00

Recruitment Range: $31200.00 $53812.00

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 experience working in 2 or more mechanical trades such as but not limited to electrical plumbing vehicle/automotive repair HVAC or welding.
  • Documented certification and/or experience in welding.

Physical Requirements:


Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

Shift Hours: 1st shift (7:30 am 4:00 pm) work schedule may vary and include evening weekend holiday and emergency hours (required to perform om-call duties as primary or secondary on-call staff).

About J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center:

The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton North Carolina is an ICF certified facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities. We provide comprehensive residential care to citizens from 37 counties in the western portion of the state. JIRDC is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages cognitive & functional abilities.

The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center is located just an hour from theQueen City of Charlottehome of the Carolina Panthers and theCity of Ashevillehome to the world renowned Biltmore Estate and Grove Park Inn. Our facility sits on one of the most picturesque properties in Burke County. We are nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge and South Mountains and just minutes from beautiful Lake James. Nearby Pisgah National Forest offers outdoor adventure and fun for the whole family.

Supplemental Contact Information:

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facilitys Vaccination Policy.

DHHS 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.

In accordance with the Governors Executive Order 303 our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

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.
  • Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account. Upon the closing date applications are Under Review and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.

Required Experience:

IC