Building Facilities Technician I (Recreation & Parks)

City of Greenville; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Greenville seeks a Building Facilities Technician I for Recreation and Parks. Under general supervision, performs skilled maintenance and construction work on City buildings, equipment, facilities, and other properties; performs related work as required.

This position requires a high school diploma or GED with related trades coursework; an associate degree is preferred, plus 6 months to 1 year of building maintenance experience and a valid NC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with courses in maintenance/building trades; an associate degree preferred.
• Six months to one year of experience in building maintenance or trades.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry repairs on City buildings and facilities.
• Install/repair fencing, playgrounds, park amenities, and related equipment.
• Maintain and operate pool facilities and equipment.
• Weld repairs on equipment, gates, and handrails as needed.
• Paint, trim, wallpaper, and general finishing work.
• Climb ladders and access rooftops in performing maintenance.
• Respond to essential duties during inclement weather and emergencies.

Skills

Building maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical work

Masonry

Tool care

Judgment

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Experience in building maintenance

Tools

Blueprint reading

Diagrams reading

Tools handling

Job description

The City of Greenville seeks a Building Facilities Technician I for Recreation and Parks. Under general supervision, performs skilled maintenance and construction work on City buildings, equipment, facilities, and other properties; performs related work as required.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

• Perform carpentry work in the construction and routine maintenance of City buildings, structures, park amenities, and facilities;
• Install and make repairs to fencing, plumbing, and electrical apparatuses;
• Perform general painting, trimming, and wallpapering work;
• climbing on and off rooftops with ladders;
• working off of various ladders at various heights;
• Install and finish Sheetrock or plaster, carpeting, and suspended ceilings;
• Install and repair playground apparatuses, tennis courts, and other outdoor play surfaces;
• Repair and finish concrete walks, play areas, steps, and other masonry work;
• Install and repair water lines, fountains, and sprinklers in parks;
• Perform skilled mechanical work in the operation of swimming pool facilities and equipment;
• Weld repairs on equipment, gates, handrails, etc..
• Operate and maintain a variety of machines and equipment as needed;
• Operate a variety of hand and small power tools;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED supplemented with courses in the maintenance and building trades. An associate's Degree in a related field is preferred.
• Six months to one year of experience in building maintenance and repair or building trades.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• the crafts and skills applicable to building and mechanical maintenance work.
• blueprint and diagram reading.

Skill in:

• the use and care of tools and materials used in carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, masonry, and related maintenance trades.

Ability to:

• assess damage to buildings, facilities, and equipment and make necessary repairs.
• use judgment and initiative to complete assigned work with minimum supervision.
• maintain effective working relationships with the general public and other employees.

• Must possess and maintain a valid, current North Carolina driver's license that is not revoked, suspended, or subject to limited restoration or conditional operation privileges and an acceptable driving record.
• This position is Essential Personnel; when required, reports to work during inclement weather, natural disasters, and emergency situations.