Bldg. Maint. Mechanic

Lancaster-County,-PA; Mill Road (PA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster County Government is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform skilled building maintenance across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry and painting for park facilities and the pool complex.

Under supervision, you will operate and maintain equipment, manage routine preventative tasks, and assist with grounds, janitorial duties, and after-hours calls.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum two years of related maintenance experience.
• Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry and painting skills.
• Basic computer skills including email and spreadsheets.
• Valid PA driver’s license and clean driving record.
• PA Dept of Agriculture Core Applicator Certification and Category 24 for pool operation preferred or achievable within six months.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled building maintenance across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry and painting.
• Operate and maintain county park facilities and pool equipment.
• Respond to maintenance emergencies and assist with grounds and janitorial duties.
• Work with a computer-based work order system and be on-call as needed.
• Support other County agencies and departments as required.

Skills

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC

Carpentry

Painting

Computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Windows Outlook

Excel

Work order system

Job description

Starting Compensation:$47,964.80/AnnuallyFind job security and stability alongside a growing community and a team that supports you. Level up your career through a large network and specialty training.If you're passionate about making a difference, apply today to join us in serving the community!Job Description:JOB SUMMARYUnder direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position is responsible to perform skilled building maintenance tasks and operations independently, as a member of a work team, or in support of other skilled maintenance mechanical staff. Also providing maintenance and support services for other County agencies and departments as required. This person will provide facility maintenance for County-owned and leased facilities while providing a clean and safe environment for visitors, tenants and employees.This position is deemed essential and may be required to work during inclement weather, natural disaster, other emergency situations and/or when the County offices are officially closed due to inclement weather, natural disaster, other emergency situations, etc. This position may be required to work off its normal shift and may be required to work an "on-call" schedule.REPORTING RELATIONSHIPSThis person reports to the Maintenance Supervisor, position #00500290, at the Park location. This person will work directly with other Facility Management supervisors at the Park and other locations. This person may act as a lead worker on projects/tasks, as assigned.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSAbility to follow County and Departmental Policies and ProceduresSafely operate vehicle (with or without a trailer) and equipmentProvides daily maintenance of all park facilities, including office spaces, pavilions, comfort stations, tenant properties and the pool complexSafely Operates/maintains equipment including backhoe/front-end loader, small dump truck and snowplow, skid steer, mini excavator, etc.Operates hand, power and rotary toolsResponsible for winterization and de-winterization of all park pavilions, comfort stations, hydrants and pool complexResponsible for daily operation of the County pool and bath house in season (i.e., programming VFD’s, programming and operating chemical feed computer, repair and replacement of pumps and 480V 3-phase motors, operating/maintaining filtration system, routine testing and treating water, etc.)Performs skilled building maintenance activities in one or more of the following areas while operating various tools and equipment, including but not limited to carpentry, electrical, HVAC and plumbing tools, HVAC and electrical testing equipment and related equipment as required. While working with a variety of chemicals including cleaning products, solvents, glues, etc.:Electrical - Performs a variety of electrical repairs and maintenance tasks; repairs, replaces, and maintains electrical wiring, motors, lighting systems, and other electrical fixtures and equipment; identifies damaged or worn electrical components and takes corrective action as assigned.Plumbing - Installs, maintains, and repairs plumbing systems and a variety of plumbing fixtures such as faucets, sinks, toilets and water heatersHVAC – Preventative maintenance, diagnosing, general repairs, units including oil, propane, electric, geothermal.Carpentry - Performs carpentry related tasks; makes repairs to tile and carpet as necessary; makes repairs on doors, windows, floors, gates, roofs, and ceilings; repairs, installs, and constructs shelving, and other wood equipment and fixtures.Painting - Paints facilities and equipment; prepares surfaces for painting; applies interior and exterior paint, strip, paint or stain cabinets, doors, and woodwork.Performs general building maintenance, janitorial, grounds, weather related duties and other facilities maintenance related duties as assigned.Performs a variety of skilled plumbing, carpentry, painting and electrical activities associated with the maintenance and repair of facilities.OTHER SPECIFIC TASKS OR DUTIESWorks cooperatively with Facility Management staff on major projectsResponds to maintenance emergencies such as electrical, plumbing and heatingAssists with grounds maintenance and sanitation, as needed, including special events, snow removal, loading and hauling trash and recyclables, and janitorial dutiesAssists in after-hours and weekend maintenance of the County pool, in seasonSome in season weekend work requiredPerforms basic equipment and vehicle maintenance and repairsAbility to operate a computer to navigate the internet and use Windows platform (Outlook, Excel, Word)Creates, sends, receives, reads and responds to emailWorks with a computer-based work order system to track tasksPlow and salt Park roads and parking lotsPerforms other duties as requiredMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or GED requiredMinimum two years of experience in related position or equivalent training in vocational or trade school.Previous electrical and plumbing experience, a plusApplicant must have basic computer skills that include using email, navigating the internet, creating spreadsheets and documentsPrevious experience operating equipment a plusSnow removal experience a plusKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESAbility to understand and follow oral and written directionsAbility to work well with minimum supervision, self-motivatedAbility to work well alone and with othersAbility to assist Supervisor in his/her absencePA Dept of Agriculture Core Applicator Certification and PA Dept of Ag Category 24 Applicator Certification for pool operation preferred or ability to achieve both within six months of employment. Continued employment is contingent upon meeting this requirement.REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/CLEARANCESPA Dept of Agriculture Core Applicator Certification and PA Dept of Ag Category 24 Applicator Certification for pool operation preferred or ability to achieve both within six months of employment. Continued employment is contingent upon meeting this requirementMust have and maintain a valid PA Driver's License with an acceptable driving record in accordance with County policy and submit to a driving record background checkMust pass a pre-employment fingerprint-based background checkMust pass a pre-employment ChildLine Safety CheckMust pass a pre-employment drug screeningPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTAbility to lift 75 pounds to waist height, 50 pounds to shoulder height and 40 pounds above the headAbility to climb a ladder to a working height of 30 feetMust be able to transverse uneven terrain for long distancesMust be able to stoop, bend over from the waist and reach overhead frequently and for extended periods of timeMust be willing to work outdoors in extreme weather conditionsMust be able to sit for extended periods of time while operating equipmentThis position is exposed to the potential of bodily fluids including, but not limited to blood, urine, feces, vomit, and salivaThis position has been identified as having the potential for exposure to Hepatitis B. Access to training and a voluntary vaccination against Hepatitis B is providedThis position requires wearing long pants and department-supplied long and/or short-sleeved shirtsThis position requires the use of closed toe and closed back shoes that support the ankleThe County of Lancaster offers comprehensive benefits to our employees. Read more about our benefits here .Lancaster County Government provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all persons regardless of race, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information or disability. The County also observes all applicable laws regarding Veterans status. The County reflects this action in all areas of employment and compensation practices and policies. Employment with the County is based upon the ability to perform the job as well as dependability and reliability once an individual is hired.