Building Maintenance Technician Senior

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The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of skilled trades work involving mechanical, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC systems related to remodeling, maintenance, and repair of County buildings, building equipment and systems and is responsible for completion of assigned tasks; assures compliance with applicable State and Local building and safety codes and standards. Performs landscaping and housekeeping duties.

Performs building maintenance and minor remodeling tasks involving carpentry, painting, plumbing, heating, electrical and mechanical work; operates hand and power tools and ensures compliance with safety operations and safety policies.

- 20%

Performs maintenance checks, service, and repairs on equipment such as heating, ventilating and air conditioning units, water heaters, small motors, fans, pumps, compressors, and similar items; services, repairs and installs refrigeration systems.

- 10%

Interprets construction drawings, plans and blueprints; utilizes construction drawings and prepares material and labor estimates for building maintenance projects.

- 10%

Services, replaces, repairs and installs electrical systems, conduit, switches, generators, control panels, sensors, and miscellaneous electrical repairs; troubleshoots electrical problems; installs, moves, adds or changes circuits; troubleshoots and maintains building security systems, including alarms and communications systems.

- 10%

Makes interior repairs that include installing and replacing locks, repairing faucets and toilets, clearing clogged drains and sewer lines.

- 10%

Makes exterior repairs including patching roofs/walls/ceilings, weatherproofing, repairing steps, concrete walkways, railing and fences.

- 10%

Coordinates with County employees and building inspectors, Local and State Fire Marshals, vendors and other relevant parties in relation to building maintenance activities.

- 10%

Utilizes hand tools, small equipment, ladders and mechanical equipment to complete assignments; uses proper safety methods, procedures and follows safety practices in all work performed.

- 10%

Prepares reports and documentation on assigned projects; drives to other County facilities and job sites as necessary.

- 10%

Performs other duties as assigned.

This position has no responsibility over any types of budget.

This position does not have project responsibilities.

This position trains colleagues and explains County procedures or processes.

This position creates or edits documents, internal memos and emails.

Interacts regularly with internal coworkers and other departmental personnel over the telephone, by email, and/or in person. Incidental contact with the public may occur as part of the work location.

Regularly (More than 55% but less than 70% in a year)

High School Diploma or GED, and four (4) years building or grounds maintenance experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job.

Ability to obtain Department of Corrections Clearance if assigned to supervise inmate worker activities. Ability to obtain Locksmith Certification within twelve (12) months of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Knowledge of institutional equipment and systems, including heating, air conditioning and ventilation and their maintenance. Cleaning procedures, practices, supplies and equipment; occupational safety hazards; knowledge of commercial kitchen and laundry equipment maintenance; knowledge of building maintenance operations and activities; regulations pertaining to facility/detention facility building and fire codes, safety precautions, plan drawings, blue prints; knowledge of all aspects of building maintenance and repair heating, cooling, ventilation, electrical, plumbing, boiler operation;

carpentry; painting; landscaping; security systems and monitors; inmate phone system. Knowledge of fire alarm systems and panel.

Problem recognition; troubleshooting; installing/repairing and routine…