What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Maintenance Technician POS # 109020011 position at Cumberland County?
Our Internal Services Department is looking for a Facilities Maintenance Technician to participate in operating and maintaining machinery and equipment to maintain electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems. We’re looking for a driven individual with a broad set of talents in maintenance and building trades to help keep our facilities running smoothly and efficiently.
- Performs journeyman electrician work; installs electrical conduits and fittings, bending conduits as necessary; routes and pulls wiring for electrical, telephone, computer, intercom, and alarm systems; repairs electrical appliances; replaces faulty switches, sockets, plugs, fuses, insulators; troubleshoot power for lighting, outlets and various machinery; installs power for numerous types of electrical equipment to include lighting; outlets, motors, switches and air conditioning units; etc
- Performs general to skilled mechanical system work; Installs and maintains heat, ventilation and air conditioning systems in County buildings and facilities; checks thermostats, changes belts, bearings, motors, filters, compressors, etc.; cleans coils; monitors air humidity and ventilation
- Performs general to skilled plumbing work; maintains plumbing systems, including installing water and sanitary fixtures and equipment; changes faucet washers, stems, seals, etc.; flushes and clears clogged lines, using rotor machines or hand tools; repairs toilets by changing tank bulbs, overflow tubes, guide wires, etc.; repairs water coolers
- Purchases material and supplies, as necessary, obtaining items from qualified vendors or seeking bids or price quotes, according to established policy
- Serves on call 24 hours for a period of seven days or more
- Serves on stand-by during adverse weather conditions and emergencies
- Operate and maintain genie and scissor lift
- Operates motor vehicles
Graduation from high school or GED and one and one-half (1.5) years of experience and/or training in maintenance or building trades work; or an equivalent combination of education training, and experience
Must provide appropriate transportation and personal hand tools
Must have and maintain a telephone at all times
- Knowledge of the procedures, materials and equipment related to the plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, painting and grounds maintenance trades
- Knowledge of approved electrical methods, practices, code requirements and safety standards
- Knowledge of heat, ventilation and air conditioning system installation and maintenance
- Knowledge of County purchasing policies and procedures
- Knowledge of the principles of organization, administration and supervision
- Skill and ability to use and care for a variety of hand and power tools necessary to perform plumbing, masonry, electrical, HVAC, carpentry and grounds maintenance tasks
- Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in contact with the general public
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Conditions of Employment:
Driving is an essential function of this position. To be considered, you must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. If your driver's license is from another state, you will be required to obtain and show proof of a valid NC driver's license within 60 days of hire.
Successful candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment with Cumberland County must pass pre-employment screenings, including criminal history checks and drug screenings, as required by Cumberland County Policies and Procedures, prior to beginning work or receiving a final offer of employment. Refusal to submit to testing or testing positive for prohibited substances will result in the withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.
Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Cumberland County are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other status protected by applicable laws and regulations. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $40,887
