Maintenance Repair Worker​/Custodian - Special Part-Time

Maintenance Repair Worker/Custodian – Special Part-Time

Applications are accepted until there are sufficient numbers of qualified applications or qualified candidate has been identified. The position could possibly close at any time.

Essential Functions

• Performs general repairs to County buildings, fixtures, and equipment such as replacing broken windows and light bulbs.
• Conduct plumbing repairs, including fixing leaks, unplugging drains and fixtures, replacing valves, and assisting with major plumbing jobs.
• Assists with carpentry and construction tasks, which may involve hanging and finishing drywall, repairing door frames, building walls, and installing counter tops.
• Performs interior and exterior painting, includes repairing and preparing walls and applying various types of paint.
• Maintain grounds by operating snow removal equipment, trimming grass, planting flowers, and other related tasks.
• Move office furniture, assemble and repair office furniture and equipment, and assist with room set-ups for meetings.
• Operates a motor vehicle for deliveries and other tasks.
• Performs minor repairs to mechanical equipment such as locks, mowers, kitchen equipment, and appliances.
• Install carpet, tiles and other floor coverings.
• Performs roof repair, including patching, replacing flashing, and shingling.
• Ensures the safe operation and storage of maintenance tools and equipment.
• Assists groundskeepers and custodial staff as required.
• Empty wastebaskets and remove trash from buildings and recycling boxes.
• Clean and disinfect sinks, restrooms, and exam rooms.
• Dust and polish furniture, baseboards, file cabinets, and other fixtures.
• Wash windows on lower levels and doors, both inside and outside.
• Secure all doors and windows and set security system alarms before departure.

Other Functions Performs other functions as assigned.

Employment Qualifications

Education: High school graduation or equivalent. Experience: One year of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings. Preferably some prior housekeeping/custodial experience. Other Requirements: Possession of a valid Michigan Driver's License. Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging, interacting and working with all individuals to ensure clarity and understanding in all interactions.

Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical Requirements:

• Walks over uneven terrain to make repairs.
• Squatting, stooping, kneeling to maintain and repair facilities and equipment.
• Climbing ladders and to paint or make repairs.
• Lifting ability to remove and replace parts on building mechanical systems.
• Ability to lift, push and pull office furniture.
• Ability to lift boxes of supplies, equipment, and other items weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to lift and move plumbing fixtures and other equipment involved in repair tasks

Working Conditions:

• Works in confined spaces.
• Works outside in varying weather conditions.
• Works in all areas of County buildings.
• Works in cramped body positions to perform maintenance and repairs.
• Works in areas with loud noise.
• Exposure to equipment where risk exists of getting burned, bruised or scraped.
• Contact with oil and petroleum products.
• Exposure to large moving parts of various equipment.
• Exposure to solvents and various other chemicals.
• Exposure to gases and fumes.
• Exposure to communicable diseases in the course of some maintenance assignments.
• Follow UAW D step 1