Building Maintenance Technician

Maintenance And Light Repair Technician

The purpose of this classification is to perform a variety of routine maintenance and light repair of Consolidated Government owned buildings and facilities as assigned. Performs high-level skilled maintenance and construction work including carpentry, painting, plumbing, HVAC and electrical work. Responsibilities also include troubleshooting, maintenance and repair-related duties at Augusta facilities within the guidelines of work orders and Augusta-Richmond County departmental rules and procedures.

Position will require being on call for work after hours and on weekends.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities:

• Performs general maintenance and repair work on buildings, equipment, grounds, and related facilities: and performs semi-skilled manual world involving building maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and drywall, masonry, custodial, or other maintenance projects.
• Assists in ensuring that the operation, construction, and maintenance of buildings, equipment, and systems are in compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards: conducts maintenance inspections of buildings, equipment, grounds, and facilities to identify potential problems, unsafe conditions, and needed repairs; and initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
• Performs various routine electrical tasks: troubleshoots electrical problems; installs electrical receptacles and switches; repairs electrical components; trips or replaces breaker; and replaces light bulbs and ballasts.
• Performs various tasks involving general building maintenance, carpentry, masonry or construction projects: paints interior and exterior surfaces; performs general concrete work, plaster applications and places sheetrock; removes, repairs, and replaces floor/ceiling tile; inspects, installs and repairs roofs; installs, adjusts, and repairs doors and hardware; replaces windows, doors, and glass panes; lubricates hardware; performs locksmith duties; and performs related maintenance and repair activities.
• Performs various routine plumbing tasks: troubleshoots plumbing problems: installs and repairs plumbing fixtures; clears and unblocks water lines and drains; repairs steam lines, toilets, sinks, faucets, drinking fountains, etc.; solders pipes; and repairs plumbing leaks.
• Determines amount of materials needed to complete projects: provides cost projections as requested; gathers equipment, tools, parts and supplies; monitors inventory levels; and orders new or replacement materials as required.
• Participates in the setup and removal of tables, chairs, stages etc. for daily meetings and classes and special events.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Position Specific Responsibilities:

• May participate in the renovation of old buildings or help with the remodeling of existing buildings.

Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalency. Vocational or Technical Certificate or Degree in a related discipline preferred.

Experience:

Three (3) years in maintenance of residential or commercial properties. A combination of education and work experience may be substituted for minimum requirements.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of the methods, techniques, standards, and tools used in carpentry, masonry, painting, and plumbing industries.
• Familiarity with departmental and safety rules and regulations.
• Proficiency in using hand and bench tools.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Basic math skills for estimating height, width, length and other proportions.

Special Requirements:

• May require working in or accessing a secure facility. Employee shall meet and maintain the security…