Maintenance Technician

Salary: $40,640.00 Annually
Location : WPCOG - Valdese Public Housing Authority, NC
Job Type: Full-TIme
Department: Regional Housing Authority
Division: Public Housing Division
Opening Date: 07/14/2026
Closing Date: 8/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt


General Statement of Duties
The Western Piedmont Council of Governments is seeking a dedicated and dependable Maintenance Technician to join our team. This position plays a vital role in providing safe, clean, and well-maintained housing for Valdese Public Housing Authority residents. If you take pride in your work, enjoy solving problems, and are committed to serving the community, we encourage you to apply.
Position Summary
The Maintenance Technician performs a variety of maintenance and repair duties for VHA buildings and facilities. Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position is responsible for completing routine maintenance, responding to resident service requests, and helping ensure that our properties remain safe, functional, and in compliance with VHA standards.
Why Work With Us?
At the Western Piedmont Council of Government, our mission is to provide quality, affordable housing while creating safe and thriving communities. As a Maintenance Technician, you will make a meaningful difference by helping ensure our residents have a safe and comfortable place to call home.

If you are committed to public service, take pride in quality workmanship, and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, we invite you to apply!
Example of Duties

• Perform general maintenance and repairs on VHA buildings, apartments, grounds, and related facilities.
• Complete basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, and minor electrical repairs.
• Repair doors, windows, locks, hardware, flooring, and other building components.
• Assist with heating, ventilation, and electrical system maintenance and repairs.
• Receive and respond to resident maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain accurate work orders, maintenance records, and daily activity logs.
• Inspect buildings and grounds to identify maintenance needs and safety concerns.
• Transport equipment and supplies using WPCOG vehicles as needed.
• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with identifying equipment and material needs to support department operations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in building maintenance, property maintenance, construction, or a related field is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

The Western Piedmont Council of Governments is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Supplemental Information


This position requires on-call rotation to respond to emergency maintenance requests after normal business hours.


Thank you for your interest in the Western Piedmont COG! We are in the process of reviewing all applications, and if we need any additional information, we will contact you.
Western Piedmont Council of Governments is a member of the North Carolina Local Governmental Employees ' Retirement System. This entitles you to a defined benefit at the time of retirement if you are vested with at least five years of employment. Members contribute 6% of gross compensation each month. This is a before-tax deduction. Western Piedmont Council of Governments contributes an actuarially determined percentage of the gross payroll of members each month.
Western Piedmont Council of Governments contributes 5.2% of each employee's salary to the employer-sponsored retirement plan of the employee's choosing. Additionally, WPCOG will match up to 4% of each employee's salary for a total possible employer contribution/match of 9.2%.

Western Piedmont Council of Governments pays 100% of an employee's health and vision coverage (employee only). The current plan is a high-deductible health plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Contributions to the H.S.A. are made pre-tax through payroll deduction.

Western Piedmont Council of Governments pays 100% of the following premiums:

• Life Insurance- $100,000
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Dental Insurance-Employee and Family
• Short-Term Disability(Weekly Indemnity)
• Long-Term Disability

Western Piedmont Council of Governments provides for the following payroll deduction and retirement options:

• NC 457 Retirement Plans, which have loan provisions
• NC 401(k )Plans, which have loan provisions
• Local Government & State Employees' Credit Union payroll deductions
• Additional voluntary life insurance, accident, and critical illness insurance

Western Piedmont Council of Governments provides the following provisions:

• 12 paid holidays per year
• Sick leave accrues at 1 day per month (8 hours).
• Annual leave accrued on a sliding scale:

Years of Aggregate Service
Earned Hours Per
Month
Earned Days Per
Year 5 years or less10 hours15 days5+ years, less than 10 years12 hours18 days10+ years, less than 15 years14 hours21 days15+ years16 hours24 days

Longevity Pay is subject to annual appropriations by the WPCOG Board and may be reduced proportionately to the schedule below based on budget amounts. Paid in both July and November.
Years of Aggregate Service

Longevity Amount

Years of Aggregate Service


Longevity Amount

Less than 1 Year

0.5%

10 - 14 years

1.75%

1 - 4 years

1.0%

15 - 20 years

2.0%

5 - 9 years

1.5%

21+ years

2.0% + 0.5% added each year (maximum of 2.5%)
01


Which best describes your level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

02


Do you have any experience with building, property maintenance, or contstruction?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you have a valid driver's license, and are you able to operate a vehicle?

• Yes
• No

Required Question