Building and Grounds Maintenance Technician

This position develops, implements, and oversees the building maintenance and repair of all City-owned facilities and is responsible for the maintenance and remodeling of City facilities.
 
This employee performs manual work requiring physical strength in maintaining public buildings.  Work requires journey-level skill in the operation of small to medium equipment.  Position performs journey-level skilled building maintenance in city buildings.  Position also performs journey-level skilled tasks in and ground landscape and maintenance.

• Coordinates maintenance schedule for City facilities.
• Plans, organizes, directs, and inspects the work of building crews and contractors.
• Prepares reports and recommendations on current and proposed projects.
• Responds to complaints regarding facilities maintenance and takes appropriate action to resolve problems. 
• Manually performs various facility maintenance projects, such as installing signage, plumbing, fixture work, locksmith, painting, and other similar tasks. 
• Estimates labor and material costs, reviews plans and specifications and makes recommendations to the Director and Assistant Director on various facility projects for maintenance and improvements.
• May supervise non-employee workers performing community service and enforce compliance with safe working methods.
• Makes all City property safe for employees and public during adverse weather conditions (i.e., ice, snow, etc.) in a timely manner.
• Sets-up facility for various public events (from obtaining tables to determining the best lay-out of furniture and equipment).
• Enters labor and materials into the facility work order system.
• Communicates and follows up with managers and employees on status of work requests and projects.
• Ensures tools and supplies are available for city maintenance projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Conditions:

• Strong background record required, due to accessibility to employee and city property, confidential records, public and children.
• May require occasional overtime and weekend work.
• Must maintain a strong driving record for city-insurance purpose and record may be periodically checked by the City.
• Must wear appropriate safety attire and follow all safety precautions.
• Must be able to report to City Hall during adverse weather conditions to de-ice walkways, parking lots, etc. in a timely manner.

 

• High school diploma required and Associate degree in construction management or a related field is highly preferred.  College attendance or formal training to further education with emphasis on facility maintenance and landscape/horticulture required as a minimum.
• Five years of experience in building, construction, and maintenance operations.
• Reading skills to understand written instructions and product labels.
• Current valid driver’s license, and good driving record required for use of city vehicle.
• Strong experience working in building maintenance and janitorial custodian field performing similar tasks to job responsibilities.
• Strong work history of dependability and performance.
• Willing to work nonstandard hours and overtime as required.

• Knowledge of general City operations.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and operating practices involved in custodial, heating and air conditioning maintenance and repair, and building maintenance and repair work.
• Knowledge of applicable local, State and Federal building and trade regulations.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety principles involved in building maintenance and repair work.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety, including accident causation and prevention.
• Knowledge of budget preparation principles.
• Knowledge of landscaping maintenance, repair, construction and horticulture projects, fertilization application procedures, building and ground maintenance procedures, plant diseases and insecticides.
• Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance equipment and supplies.
• Knowledge of plumbing and carpentry skills.
• Knowledge of locksmith skills. 
• Skill in reading to understand written instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in mathematical calculations to purchase needed supplies.
• Skill in project management, planning, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to communicate with managers, employees, vendors, and the general public.
• Ability to complete routine forms.

Physical Capabilities:

• Work is performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching.
• The employee frequently lifts heavy objects, climbs ladders, and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.
• Work is performed indoors and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather.
• The employee may be exposed to dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, and irritating chemicals, and occasional cold or inclement weather.
• Work requires the use of protective devices, such as masks, goggles, or gloves.

 

Salary : $48,788 - $54,912