Senior Maintenance Technician

Rate of Pay

$21.77 - $24.83

Open Until Filled

This position performs skilled labor in the maintenance, repair and construction of the City/BLW’s facilities. Work involves a wide range of skilled labor in the following areas: woodworking, welding, sheet metal, drywall, plumbing, electrical and concrete work. Supervises Maintenance Technicians I and II as assigned or in the absence of the Manager, Skilled Trades and Building Maintenance.

• Designs, plans and constructs new structures and fixtures; repairs and replaces City/BLW facilities as needed.
• Responsible for the following areas of construction, maintenance and repair:
  • Woodworking: repair and construction of playground equipment, flooring, shelving, partitions, fencing, tables, benches and cabinets.
  • Concrete work: building frames, job estimates and finishing to specifications.
  • Welding and sheet metal work: ARC, wire feed, gas welding and occasional soldering; fabrication of various City/BLW properties.
  • Roofing: installation of shingles, roof decks and roof metal; repair work involves removal and replacement of decking, shingles and gravel.
  • Plumbing repair and replacement: use of copper, PVC, galvanized and polybutylene piping.
  • Drywall repair and replacement: mixing and finishing drywall.
  • Painting: use of all types of paint for indoor and outdoor applications.
  • Electrical: knowledge of electrical functions, wiring and systems.
• Provides supervision and technical expertise to Maintenance Technicians I and II.
• Interprets and explains blueprints and building plans to work crews; organizes and arranges labor and materials to complete assigned projects.
• Recommends independent contractors when necessary.
• Provides supervision and inspections for quality control when contractors are hired.
• Delivers materials and heavy equipment to job sites as needed; loads and unloads as needed.
• Assists the Manager, Skilled Trades and Building Maintenance in formulating the division budget.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience with building trades or 5 years of experience and a certification from a vocational school.
• Experience in: woodworking and finish carpentry and all related tools; welding (ARC, wire feed, gas welding); roofing and roof repair (shingle, gravel, rubber and tar roof systems); sheet metal fabrication; operation of heavy equipment (tractors, backhoes, dump trucks); painting; concrete; window & door repair and replacement; swimming pool maintenance and repair; basic electrical and wiring.
• Must be able to create job designs and drawings; read, organize and plan work from job drawings or blueprints.
• Knowledge and ability to interpret and comply with applicable building codes.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to supervise and organize work crews.
• Skill in applying shop mathematics.
• Familiarity with building construction safety practices and procedures.
• In good physical condition with ability to lift, pull or push moderate to heavy objects and walk or stand for extended periods; able to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Ability to pass a physical examination and drug screen at time of hire.
• Valid Georgia CDL driver’s license. Must have a satisfactory driving history including no DUI’s in the last 3 years.

Successful candidates are required to submit to drug screening and background inquiry.