Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker II

County of San Benito; Hollister (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

County of San Benito is seeking a fully experienced Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker II to perform a broad range of maintenance tasks on County buildings, facilities, fixtures, and equipment. The role includes carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical work, HVAC maintenance, and grounds care.

The incumbent works with minimal supervision, may oversee Community Service Workers, and routinely operates hand and power tools and county vehicles in a diverse outdoor and indoor environment.

Qualifications

• Fully experienced working level in Building and Grounds Maintenance.
• Ability to perform a broad range of maintenance tasks including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and HVAC repairs.
• Works with less guidance and supervision and may provide oversight for some tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provides maintenance and repair of County buildings, facilities, fixtures and equipment.
• Performs general grounds maintenance such as mowing, weed control and watering turf.
• Performs painting, carpentry, plumbing and electrical work as needed.
• Responds to repair requests and completes requisite repairs.
• Maintains heating and cooling systems and safety equipment.
• Operates hand tools, power tools, and vehicles; may supervise Community Service Workers.

Skills

General maintenance

Grounds maintenance

Carpentry

Painting

Plumbing

Electrical work

HVAC maintenance

Tool operation

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Power equipment

Job description

Description

Under general supervision, to perform a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of County buildings, facilities, fixtures, and building equipment; to perform grounds maintenance duties; and to do related work as required.

Under general supervision, to perform a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of County buildings, facilities, fixtures, and building equipment; to perform grounds maintenance duties; and to do related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the fully experienced working level in the Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker class series. Incumbents perform a variety of duties in the maintenance and repair of County buildings, facilities, and related machinery and equipment. Assignments involve painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and HVAC repairs. Incumbents also perform grounds maintenance work. This class is distinguished from Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker I in that incumbents work with less guidance and supervision, performing a broader range of assignments which require a higher level of skill.

REPORTS TO

Building and Grounds Superintendent or Facilities and Grounds Manager.

CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED

This is not a supervisory class although some work oversight may be provided for Community Service Workers.

Typical Physical Requirements

Frequently stand and walk; ability to walk in uneven terrain and on slippery surfaces; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to crawl through various areas requiring movement on hands and knees; ability to climb, stoop, crouch, and kneel; lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.; perform sustained physical work; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX; operate an automobile; use hand tools and power equipment.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in building and outdoor environments; work is performed in varying temperatures; exposure to dust, chemicals, and gases; exposure to electrical currents; continuous contact with other staff.

BUILDING AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER II

The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of San Benito assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a "meet and confer" process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.

Example of Duties

• Provides supervision over 1 -2 inmate assigned to assist with work projects
• Performs a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of County buildings, facilities, and associated equipment
• Performs basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical work
• Responds to repair requests and makes requisite repairs
• Maintains heat and air conditioning systems
• Maintains fire alarms and fire extinguishers
• Maintains, repairs, and replaces fan motors
• Replaces broken floor tiles
• Performs general grounds keeping work such as mowing, weeding and watering turf
• Applies some chemicals such as herbicides and fertilizers to enhance plant growth as necessary
• Assists with inspection of buildings and facilities for needed repairs
• Moves furniture and equipment
• Operates hand tools, power equipment, and vehicles
• May oversee Community Service Workers.

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