Tech preventative maintenance

Preventative Maintenance Technician Equipment Services Division

Use your technical skills to maintain the vehicles and equipment that power essential City services every day.

The City of Greensboro is seeking a detail-oriented and mechanically skilled Preventative Maintenance Technician to join our Equipment Services team. This position is responsible for performing scheduled maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on a diverse fleet of City vehicles, construction equipment, and shop equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, and enjoys hands-on problem-solving while working in a collaborative environment that directly supports the City's ability to serve the community.

Compensation and Benefits: Estimate Hiring Salary Range: $41,600.00 - $46,998.00 Full Salary Range: $41,781.00 - $63,917.00 Benefits: The City of Greensboro offer an outstanding benefits package that supports your well-being. Learn more Here Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 7am to 3:30pm

The Equipment Services Division provides critical support to City operations by maintaining and repairing the vehicles, equipment, and machinery used across multiple departments. From fleet vehicles and heavy equipment to specialized tools and small engine equipment, our team ensures employees have dependable resources to deliver exceptional public services every day. We are committed to safety, innovation, operational excellence, and investing in employee development.

• Perform meaningful work that directly supports essential City services
• Work on a diverse fleet of vehicles, equipment, and advanced diagnostic systems
• Expand your technical knowledge across multiple types of equipment and technologies
• Collaborate with experienced technicians in a team-oriented environment
• Build valuable certifications and specialized skills
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and long-term career advancement
• Be part of an organization committed to safety, continuous improvement, and service excellence

The Preventative Maintenance Technician performs scheduled maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on City vehicles, construction equipment, small engine equipment, and shop equipment while ensuring all work is completed safely, accurately, and efficiently.

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on all types of equipment and maintain accurate records within the Equipment Services Fleet Management Software
• Conduct North Carolina State inspections on vehicles equipped with On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) technology and identify emissions-related malfunctions
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical issues on City automobiles, trucks, and gasoline and diesel-powered maintenance and construction equipment
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic systems, including ignition systems, computers, alternators, and batteries
• Repair and replace components such as wiper blades, filters, belts, lights, and other equipment parts
• Perform daily forklift inspections and maintain inspection logs
• Operate, maintain, and repair shop equipment, including hoists, grinders, welders, compressors, steam cleaners, hydraulic presses, and machine lathes
• Perform on-site and off-site service calls to support operational needs
• Clean and maintain maintenance workshops and service vehicles
• Repair small engine equipment, including chainsaws, weed eaters, trimmers, blowers, and pressure washers
• Follow all departmental safety procedures and established work practices
• This is a Non-Exempt position under FLSA.

• Position requires walking, stooping, bending, climbing, and lifting
• Work is performed in both shop and outdoor environments with exposure to dust, grease, noise, heat, cold, and inclement weather
• Must possess or obtain the following within six months of employment:
  • North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
  • North Carolina Emission/Safety Inspection License
  • ASE Air Conditioning Recovery Certification
• Position requires flexibility to perform both routine and emergency maintenance assignments

This position offers opportunities for advancement within Equipment Services and Public Works operations.

Preventative Maintenance Technician -- Equipment Services Technician -- Senior Equipment Services Technician -- Master Technician -- Equipment Services Supervisor -- Equipment Services Manager

The City of Greensboro is committed to investing in employee growth through technical training, certifications, leadership development, and career advancement opportunities.

If you're a skilled technician who enjoys solving mechanical challenges and takes pride in maintaining the equipment that keeps Greensboro operating every day, we encourage you to apply for the Preventative Maintenance Technician position.

Join a team that values safety, innovation, and service while building a rewarding career supporting the City of Greensboro.

The City of Greensboro is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.