Public Works Technician I

Department: Public Works Compensation Rate: $16.23 hourly + an excellent benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, FSA; Local Government Employee Retirement System Pension, 401k w/ employer 5% match; Retention Program; Vacation, Sick, Twelve (12) paid holidays; supplemental insurance; tuition assistance; Credit Union Membership; EAP. Application Deadline: First review October 7, 2026 at 12:00PM

Description:

• Collects and hauls off leaf, limbs, etc.
• Assists in cleaning and maintaining of vehicles, equipment and tools.
• Repairs and installs water and sewer lines; checks lift stations; locates utility lines; makes water and sewer taps; repairs water leaks.
• Uses mowing equipment on right of ways and city property; cuts and removes trees.
• Performs various building maintenance; moves furniture, paints, changes light bulbs, performs routine plumbing repairs, roof repairs, and minor carpentry.
• Cold patches streets and roadways.
• Operates a variety of vehicles including leaf vac truck, dump truck, limb truck, tractor, track hoe.
• Reads water meters; replaces meters; turns water service off and on.
• Works in an on-call rotation for emergency call-in.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. This position is categorized as heavy work requiring the exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly. Work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and perform repetitive motions. Visual acuity is required for operation of machinery and vehicles and to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned. The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions including but not limited to extreme cold and heat, noise, vibration, hazards such as moving mechanical parts, electrical current, and exposure to chemicals, atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, oils, close quarters, man holes, small sewage and water line pipes, and other areas which could cause claustrophobia. The worker may come into contact with bloodborne pathogens or other potentially infectious materials.

Education & Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent and some experience in heavy manual labor; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Special Requirements:

Valid North Carolina Class C driver license must be obtained and maintained for the duration of employment. North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver License preferred. Successful completion of pre-employment checks including criminal background history, motor vehicle report, drug screening. Hours: Generally 7:00am-3:30pm weekdays; other times when necessary or assigned.

How to apply:

Online: A completed City of Archdale application form must be received for consideration. The preferred method of applying is through our website at www.archdale-nc.gov. A resume’ can be attached as an addendum, but not in lieu of the application. By US Mail: Applications and any supporting documentation can be mailed to Human Resources, “Public Works Tech Search”, 307 Balfour Dr. P.O. Box 14068 Archdale, NC 27263. Applications can be downloaded at www.archdale-nc.gov. Download Application Apply Online

The City of Archdale is an Equal Opportunity Employer