Maintenance Technician ; Public Works

Schedule

• Division:
  Facilities Operations
• Days:
  Monday - Friday
• Work Hours:
  
  7:00 a.m.
  
  - 3:30 p.m.
• Hours Per Shift: 8
• Shifts Per Pay Period: 10
• Position FTE: 1.00 full-time, hourly non‑exempt

This position is responsible for maintaining county grounds, facilities and equipment in a safe and efficient manner following current federal, state and local standards.

• Receive and follow maintenance schedule and instructions from the Facilities Foreman and/or Maintenance Technician IIIs.
• Enter and manage facilities related work orders and equipment service requests into Public Works information systems.
• Perform grounds maintenance including lawn mowing, trimming, snow shoveling, snow plowing and minor parking lot maintenance, as directed.
• Document daily activity in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Complete carpentry and painting jobs when needed.
• Replace burned out light bulbs, including exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, etc. as well as ballasts.
• Perform unscheduled maintenance.
• Report equipment malfunction or breakdowns to the Facilities Foreman and/or building Maintenance Technician III.
• Assist others with lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc.
• Ensure that equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of a shift.
• Wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving heavy items.
• Follow proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants and solutions.
• Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for all equipment and products.
• Ensure that work and assignment areas are clean and equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored before leaving the area.
• Demonstrate a passion for caring, for the facilities and the people that use the county facilities, as evidenced by interaction with co‑workers and the public.
• Participate in and attend in‑service educational classes and on‑the‑job training programs, etc. as scheduled.
• Demonstrate a commitment to county safety and risk management efforts.

High school diploma and two to three years of relevant prior experience.

• Valid Wisconsin driver license.
• Must wear steel toe safety shoes. Employees in this position will receive an annual stipend for the purchase of safety shoes per Walworth County Ordinance Section 15‑394.

• Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards involved and precautions necessary for safe operation of motor‑driven equipment, including operation over rough, slippery, icy or unstable conditions.
• Ability to interpret building plans, building operations, and maintenance manuals.
• Ability to understand, remember and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work overtime as required, including on‑call winter schedule from October 15th through April 15th.
• Ability to interact with computers, including mobile technology, to control building equipment and document maintenance activities in the CMMS.
• Ability to learn new computer systems necessary for the performance of the job.

Responds to requests and initiates contacts to exchange basic or general information with others.

This position has authority to make decisions that are within detailed procedures and protocols and under close supervision. These decisions directly impact performance in the job and/or work unit within the department and information is provided to others for their decision making.

In relation to established procedures, protocols and policies of the County, challenges of this position tend to be routine and primarily related to procedure and process issues.

• Vacuum Cleaner
• Power Washer
• Personal Computer/Printer
• Telephone
• Snow Blower
• Riding Lawn Mower
• FAX Machine
• Snow Plow
• Lawn Sweeper/Leaf Vacuum
• Copy Machine
• Fork Lift
• ½, ¾ & 1 ton pickup w/plow
• Calculator
• Thermometer
• Basic Hand and Power Tools
• Pallet Jacks
• Hand Cart
• Furniture Dolly

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable…