Facilities Technician

Position: FACILITIES TECHNICIAN I
The salary for this position is: $4,446.00 - $5,914.00 monthly.

Thurston County Central Services is recruiting for a Facilities Technician I to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative Facilities Services team. The successful candidate will perform a wide variety of skilled tasks related to the maintenance of county buildings and equipment. Areas of responsibility may include electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), generators, carpentry, building component systems, locksmithing, and other related work in the maintenance and repair of commercial buildings.

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

* Performing carpentry work for remodeling and installation of fixtures. Reviewing and utilizing blueprints, sketches, and specifications.

* Working with electrical circuitry to repair, troubleshoot, and install 120, 208, 277, and 480-volt circuits.

* Performing routine battery testing and replacement for building automation computers, fire alarm panels, UPS systems, and generators.

* Identifying facilities/equipment problems and recommending solutions.

* Routine and preventive maintenance on building systems (HVAC, lighting, emergency systems, security, alarms, electrical, and electronic locking devices).

* Maintaining detailed logs; entering data into maintenance management information system.

* Assisting contractors and vendors as assigned; may oversee the work of volunteers, inmates, or other workers.

* Selecting and purchasing supplies, recommending tools and equipment, and maintaining proper inventory control and accurate records.

* May perform landscaping duties and repairs to irrigation systems.

To view the full job classification, :
Facilities Technician I

Essential Personnel:
This position is considered an essential worker and may be required to work during non-business hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs, such as coming in early and working on snow days, or staying at work during power outages.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Work Environment:

* Work is typically performed in different locations around the county and can include high-security areas such as detention facilities and on building rooftops.

* Routinely use a variety of equipment including hand and power tools, ladders, and work in confined areas.

* Regularly lift 75 pounds and are required to bend, stoop, crouch, push, pull, and reach above the shoulders in the performance of duties.

* Long periods of standing may be necessary, and work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather and temperatures.

* Position is exposed to noisy machinery and alarms, dust, liquid, epoxy chemicals, smoke, noxious odors, fumes, and solvents.

* Schedule:

Monday - Thursday, 6:00a.m.

- 5:00p.m., with an hour lunch break.

* Travel Requirements:
Daily driving to county properties and various vendor locations.

* Customer Interaction:
Daily interactions via phone or in-person with Thurston County staff and vendors.

WHO WE ARE:

The Central Services Department provides diverse internal services to County offices and departments, including capital projects, facilities operations and maintenance, vehicle and equipment fleet management, records management, surplus, mail and procurement and contracts and fiscal services. The department has 50+ employees supporting a county workforce of more than 1,200 employees.

Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Inclusion to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. We are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures, lifestyles, backgrounds, and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values.

Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage

WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:

* Work-Life Balance:
We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals' lifestyle.

* Plan For Your Future:
As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans for more information.

* Paid Leave:
Full-time regular employees earn paid vacation in addition to paid holidays.

* Robust Training Program:
Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.

* Flexible Work Schedules:
Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.

* Deferred Compensation:
The County offers 3 voluntary deferred…