Building Maintenance Mechanic I

Pulaski County Government

Little Rock (AR)

On-site

USD 29,991 - 39,461

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local government agency is seeking an entry-level worker to assist with building maintenance and custodial duties. The role involves ensuring safety and cleanliness of County buildings. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and some experience in maintenance work. This full-time position offers a pay range of approximately $29,992 to $39,462 per year.

Qualifications

  • Ability to organize correspondence for delivery.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Good knowledge of safety practices for building functions.

Responsibilities

  • Complete building maintenance repairs.
  • Assist in building security and custodial duties.
  • Patrol hallways and parking lots for safety.

Skills

General building maintenance techniques
Knowledge of equipment and materials
Safety practices
Building security procedures
Driving techniques

Education

High school or GED equivalency
Vocational training in building construction or maintenance

Tools

Lawnmowers
Basic hand tools

Job description

Pulaski County Government provided pay range

This range is provided by Pulaski County Government. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$29,991.76/yr - $39,461.76/yr

  • Department: General Services
  • Position Control Number: 0108-039
  • FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime
  • Safety Sensitive Designation: This position is designated as safety-sensitive.
  • Random Drug/Alcohol Test: Yes
  • Opening Date: September 29, 2025
  • Closing Date: October 5, 2025 at 11:59 PM

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job. The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time. Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress. Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant only to the extent medically and reasonably feasible.

An Equal Opportunity Employer
JOB SUMMARY

To assist with building and ground maintenance, building security, interoffice mail delivery, and custodial duties to maintain the functionality, security, and cleanliness of County buildings and grounds.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Completes building maintenance repairs generated through written work orders and oral requests by the director, supervisor, and building tenants.
  • Assists in repairing the parking lot gate, lights, light fixtures, locks, doors, doorknobs, etc.
  • Assists in repairing plumbing fixtures by unstopping and/or replacing drains and pipes, changing vacuums, etc.; drills through floors to repair underground pipes.
  • Assists in paint stripping, painting, installation of tile and carpet, and general carpentry work as directed.
  • Assists in the maintenance of lawn equipment by repairing or replacing spark plugs and points and changing filters and oil.
  • Assists the Landscape Technician with watering the grass and flowerbeds, mowing, pruning, planting, etc.
  • Assists with basic maintenance of air units by replacing fan belts, filters, adjusting thermostats, etc.
  • Maintains the grounds around the buildings by picking up litter.
  • Cleans and washes windows within County buildings.
  • Moves furniture and equipment as directed.
  • Cleans and disinfects bathrooms; maintains with proper supplies when requested.
  • Picks up or delivers supplies as needed.
  • Serves as courier picking up and delivering mail to Pulaski County Departments and other designated stops within Pulaski County.
  • Ensures confidentiality and security of mail while in possession of it.
  • Ensures mail is properly addressed when it is picked up.
  • Sorts mail according to established route; may deviate from the established route when directed.
  • Operates a vehicle safely in heavy traffic including starts, stops, and parking; observes all traffic regulations.
SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assists with maintaining the Garden Center throughout the growing season and with preparation for the next year.
  • Patrols hallways, stairwells, and offices to ensure security and safety of Pulaski County buildings and grounds.
  • Monitors parking lots to ensure compliance with parking regulations; reports illegally parked cars to authorized persons.
  • Ensures all authorized personnel sign in and out during the night and weekend hours; answers the security telephone and takes messages as needed.
  • Conducts hourly patrols to detect trespassers, fires, water leaks, malfunctioning mechanical equipment, or any other danger of loss or damage to County property; ensures that lights are on or off as required and that entrances or exits are properly locked.
  • Reports all suspected disturbances that require assistance in handling to authorized persons; maintains activity log detailing any occurrences and prepares reports as necessary.
  • Cleans and washes walls and baseboards.
  • Sweeps, mops, waxes, and buffs floors.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

Personnel Supervised: None

Work is performed at various County locations; duties may be performed indoors and outdoors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
  • Some knowledge of general building maintenance techniques and practices.
  • Some knowledge of equipment, materials, and supplies used in building and grounds maintenance.
  • Good knowledge of safety practices necessary for building and custodial functions.
  • Good knowledge of building and grounds security procedures.
  • Good knowledge of building safety and fire protection procedures.
  • Good knowledge of the proper procedures for use and handling of cleaning chemicals, paint and paint removal supplies.
  • Considerable knowledge of County Departments, staff, and related facilities.
  • Considerable knowledge of safe driving techniques and practices.
  • Ability to organize correspondence to facilitate efficient delivery.
  • Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with Pulaski County employees.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to assemble and disassemble parts.
  • Ability to read and interpret MSDS instructions when using hazardous chemicals.
  • Ability to attend work regularly and reliably.
  • Skill in the operation and use of lawnmowers and basic hand tools such as gasoline weed-eaters, floor buffers, carpet cleaners, and jackhammers.
  • Skill in the operation of a motor vehicle.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Ability to hear and speak sufficiently to communicate information in person and by telephone.
  • Visual acuity is needed for building inspection, equipment operation, tool usage, motor vehicle operation, and identification of mail recipients.
  • Digital dexterity is necessary for equipment operation, tool usage, writing, and locking and unlocking doors.
  • Ability to walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or bend.
  • Ability to climb ladders.
  • Ability to lift and carry loads up to 50 pounds and move loads up to 150 pounds with assistance.
  • Ability to travel to various County offices.Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
  • Ability to concentrate for long periods of time.

Completion of high school or GED equivalency including vocational training in building construction or maintenance; some experience performing manual labor, building maintenance, building security, custodial work, or related duties; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Janitorial Services and Landscaping Services

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