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Job Posting: Public Works Technician (Grant-Funded)
Town of Rutherfordton

The Town of Rutherfordton is hiring a Public Works Technician to assist our landscaping crew with a variety of tasks, including sidewalk repairs, grounds maintenance, storm damage repairs, debris removal, sign repairs, building repairs, and general maintenance work.

This is a grant-funded position classified as permanent part-time (40 hours per week) with a full salary, benefits, and retirement for up to one year. After the one-year grant period, the Town hopes to transition this position into full-time.

Hourly Pay: $17.03 per hour (depending on qualifications)
Application Deadline: Open until filled, send completed Town Employment Application to Town Manager Doug Barrick at 129 North Main St, Rutherfordton NC 28139 or dbarrick@rutherfordton.net

Job Requirements:

• Assist the landscaping crew with sidewalk repairs and general grounds maintenance.
• Help with storm damage repairs and debris removal.
• Assist with sign repairs and building maintenance.
• Perform other public works duties as assigned.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Applicants must currently be unemployed due to impacts from Hurricane Helene.

Benefits:

• Full salary, benefits, and retirement for up to one year.
• Potential for full-time employment after one year.

Part-Time Firefighter

The Town of Rutherfordton is seeking qualified individuals for the position of part-time firefighter. The successful candidate must possess a valid NC driver’s license, NC Firefighter II certification, and NC EMT Basic certification. A Class B driver’s license is required within six months of employment. Terms of employment will include the successful candidate completing a physical agility and written skills assessment. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, ethical, team-oriented, and passionate about public service. Pay is $14-16 per hour with consideration for experience and qualifications.

Open until filled. Please return the completed application and copies of all applicable certifications and/or transcripts to Fire Chief, Town of Rutherfordton, 144 N. Mitchell St., Rutherfordton, NC 28139. Position open until filled; The Town of Rutherfordton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.