City of Kinston

Maintenance Worker III-Stormwater

Maintenance Worker III

High school diploma or GED; extensive public utilities/public works maintenance experience; ability to supervise; valid NC driver’s license; Class A CDL.

Crew Supervisor II-Stormwater

Crew Supervisor II

Supervises crew in stormwater maintenance; requires high school diploma/GED, some supervisory experience, knowledge of municipal construction and safety, and CDL Class A or ability to obtain.

Lifeguard

Lifeguard certification and CPR for the Professional Rescuer are required; 15+ and available on holidays/weekends; background check required; seasonal/temporary position.

Utility Mechanic-Water Operations

Utility Mechanic

Experience in installation, repair and maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components of pump stations and water/wastewater treatment equipment; high school diploma or GED; 1 year experience preferred; relevant certifications; valid NC driver's license; CDL preferred.

Seasonal Maintenance Worker

Performs manual labor in parks, outdoors; operates or learns to use maintenance equipment; valid NC driver’s license required; 18+; seasonal June–August.

Field Supervisor (County)

Field Supervisor

Customer-facing supervisor role; requires good public interaction and ability to supervise staff.

Maintenance Worker I-Streets

Maintenance Worker I

Knowledge of streets, drainage, utilities; ability to perform manual labor; valid NC driver's license; ability to obtain Class A CDL; minimal education and experience.

Customer Service Representative

High school diploma or GED; experience in general office support with public contact; knowledge of bookkeeping terminology; ability to follow instructions; basic math and typing skills.

City Manager

Salary: 165,000-180,000 USD annually. Full-time, regular. Open exam plan. Based in City Hall, Kinston.

Center Assistant (Nature Center)

Center Assistant

Strong communication, customer service, and visitor assistance; operate Planetarium equipment; bilingual English/Spanish preferred; flexible schedule; temporary/seasonal under 1,000 hours.

SmartGrid Technician

High school diploma or GED; 1+ year experience preferred; computer literacy; basic plumbing/electrical knowledge; meter reading familiarity; valid NC driver’s license.

Maintenance Worker III-Cemetery Division

Thorough knowledge of streets, drainage, utilities, and maintenance; semiskilled labor; high school diploma or GED; 6 months experience preferred; may require CDL.

Parks Maintenance Worker III

High school diploma or GED; extensive experience in public utilities/maintenance; Class C license; able to supervise; physically capable.

City of Kinston, NC

Pool Monitor

High school diploma or GED; at least 21 years old; ability to interact courteously with the public.

Sprayground Attendant

Must be good with children and the public; supervises children; handles cash; responsible for sprayground operation.

Pool Manager (Holloway)

Pool Manager

Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, WSI certifications; 2+ years lifeguard/assistant pool manager experience; age 19+; seasonal summer work.

Police Officer

Requires police/LE training and high school/GED; valid certification; 20+ age; knowledge of police methods, city geography, and dept rules; ability to report and communicate; firearms proficiency; maintain public relations.

Title	Location	Date
Maintenance Worker III-Stormwater Full Time · $37K-$51K Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	May 1, 2026
Crew Supervisor II-Stormwater Full Time · $45K-$62K Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	May 1, 2026
Lifeguard Temporary, Seasonal · $19K-$21K/yr · 0+ YOE Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Apr 28, 2026
Utility Mechanic-Water Operations Full Time · $41K-$56K · 1+ YOE Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Apr 28, 2026
Seasonal Maintenance Worker Temporary · $21K/yr Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Apr 21, 2026
Field Supervisor (County) Temporary, Seasonal · $19K/yr Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Apr 14, 2026
Maintenance Worker I-Streets Full Time · $32K-$44K · 0+ YOE Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Apr 10, 2026
Customer Service Representative Full Time · $37K-$51K Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Apr 10, 2026
City Manager Full Time · $165K-$180K Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Apr 7, 2026
Center Assistant (Nature Center) Temporary, Seasonal · $18K/yr Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Apr 3, 2026
SmartGrid Technician Full Time · $35K-$49K · 1+ YOE Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Mar 25, 2026
Maintenance Worker III-Cemetery Division Full Time · $37K-$51K · 0.5+ YOE Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Mar 25, 2026
Parks Maintenance Worker III Full Time · $35K-$49K · 0.5+ YOE Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Mar 16, 2026
Pool Monitor Temporary, Seasonal · $18K/yr Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Jan 28, 2026
Sprayground Attendant Temporary, Seasonal · $18K/yr Fairfield, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Fairfield, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Jan 21, 2026
Pool Manager (Holloway) Temporary, Seasonal · $21K/yr · 2+ YOE Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Jan 21, 2026
Police Officer Full Time Kinston, North Carolina, United States · Onsite	Kinston, North Carolina, United States Onsite	Feb 18, 2025

Activities	Public utility servicesLaw enforcement operationsWater and sewer managementWaste disposal servicesParks and recreation administration
Headquarters	US
Industries	Government AdministrationUtilities
Name	City of Kinston
Employees	350
Type	Government
Tagline	Municipal government providing public services to the Kinston community.
Founded	1,791
Website	kinstonnc.gov

City of Kinston

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