Maintenance & Ops Coordinator -Electrician

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Please Apply By: Monday, July 20, 2026

Hiring Range: $25.06/hr - $32.90/hr

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too.  Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Did you know that Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation proudly hosts many community events each year? Hummingbird Festival, The Senior Games and Festival in the Park are just a few that our employees and residents look forward to every year! Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department (MCPRD) strives to enrich the lives of our residents. We do this by providing exciting and safe recreational amenities and programs, change to improve our resident’s fitness levels and decrease health care costs. This contributes to a sense of community through events and spaces for the public to socialize, thereby increasing property values and providing tourism venues. We protect open space, natural areas, and our treasured tree canopy through stewardship. We play a critical role in ensuring Mecklenburg County achieves its vision that the county “will be a community of pride and choice for people to LIVE, WORK and RECREATE.” The department serves a population exceeding one million residents and serves the City of Charlotte, six towns, and the unincorporated areas of the county covering 523 square miles. In addition, the department manages over 21,000 acres and 230+ parks, nature preserves, greenways and facilities. The Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Department is continually recognized for its cutting-edge programs, state-of the-art facilities and unique partnerships. Our success is rooted in our staff. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team, dedicated to building a better community, and being recognized as leaders both in our community and across the country, then Mecklenburg County has great opportunities for you.

POSITION SUMMARY
Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation is excited to add an Electrical Maintenance and Operations Coordinator to the team! This position will oversee electrical installations and repairs across Mecklenburg County’s Park system. This includes but is not limited to installing and repairing outlets, lighting, breakers, panel boxes and wiring. Additionally, the incumbent will oversee all electrical needs at our athletic fields and recreation facilities. They will also work closely with internal staff and external vendors on projects, serving as a team leader in many cases. The preferred candidate will have extensive commercial electrical experience and be well-versed in completing new installations as well as repairing existing structures. This full-time role will typically work Monday through Friday, and weekends only as needed based on business/facility needs.

By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications for, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available. If you are looking to grow in your career, or transition laterally into a new role, don't miss this opportunity to apply!

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
•Class A CDL highly preferred
•Commercial Electrical experience

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
•Plan and coordinate with contractors and vendors; make decisions on repairs and construction in the park system; and orders and schedules delivery of project materials
•Perform site reviews and coordinates completion; determine labor, equipment, and supplies
•Complete monthly OSHA safety inspections on truck, equipment, PPE, etc.
•Monitor and track key performance indicators to determine efficiency and effectiveness of building or equipment operations and systems
•Develop or participate in the development of an annual operations budget for routine and preventative maintenance for facilities and or equipment
•Participate in coordinating and writing bids, specifications, and awards
•Read blueprints and/or sketches, and lay out work to be performed
•Perform brick laying, pipe laying, painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, roofing and other construction tasks
•Perform field maintenance and service work on equipment operated
•Assess and plan semi-skilled and/or skilled activities in buildings, grounds, storm water, and equipme