Building Maintenance Technician

Stjoemo; Missouri; On-site; USD 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Building Maintenance Technician to ensure the upkeep of vital health department facilities. This role involves performing general maintenance tasks, minor repairs, and custodial duties across multiple locations, including the Patee Market Health Center and St. Joseph Animal Services. The ideal candidate will possess strong troubleshooting skills and a solid understanding of facility maintenance, with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively. Join a team committed to maintaining a safe and functional environment for community health services.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related work experience in facility maintenance required.
• Ability to perform tasks with minimum supervision and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform general and custodial maintenance for health department facilities.
• Conduct minor plumbing and electrical repairs as needed.
• Maintain HVAC systems and perform cleaning and painting tasks.

Skills

Facility Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Inventory Management

Electrical Repairs

Plumbing Repairs

HVAC Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Snow Blower

Floor Buffer

Power Tools

Hand Tools

Generator

Job description

Position: Building Maintenance Technician

Location: St. Joseph, MO

Job Id: 625

# of Openings: 1

Position Title: Building Maintenance Technician
Department: Health Department
Division: Administration
Salary: $34,886/yearly $16.77211/hourly
Closing Date: Until filled

Job Summary/Scope
Performs general/light maintenance of all areas associated with Patee Market Health Center and St. Joseph Animal Services and responds to directions from direct supervisor or designee. This position is split between Animal Services (AM) and Patee Market Health Center (PM), with approximately four hours spent maintaining each location, daily.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• PERFORMS all custodial & general maintenance activities (e.g. sweeping, mopping, buffing, dusting, cleaning restrooms, trash disposal, changing light bulbs, etc.) in the upkeep of Patee Market Health Center’s interior areas occupied by health department and/or their staff and exterior areas unless specifically maintained by another independently identified agency; minimal work such as changing light bulbs or physical building repairs required in internal areas occupied by the Stuber Health Center or other agencies.
• PERFORMS all custodial & general maintenance activities (e.g. sweeping, mopping, buffing, dusting, cleaning restrooms, trash disposal, changing light bulbs, etc.) in the upkeep of the St. Joseph Animal Services shelter’s interior areas occupied by health department and/or their staff and exterior areas unless specifically maintained by another independently identified agency.
• PERFORMS minor plumbing and electrical repairs.
• MOVES furniture and equipment; and PERFORMS set-up or tear-down tasks, including loading and unloading supplies in support of health department activities.
• CLEANS and SERVICES heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, boiler and other mechanical equipment in use at facility, such as a surveillance system.
• WASHES, CLEANS and PAINTS all public use areas as instructed; STRIPS and PAINTS walls, hallways, stairwells, doors, windowsills, and parking area as needed.
• REGULAR and RELIABLE attendance required.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• REPORTS need for major building repairs to direct supervisor and ASSISTS in identifying sources for materials, including making vendor contacts.
• MAINTAINS proper supplies and equipment to perform required duties, including ordering or directly purchasing items to maintain inventory.
• REMOVES snow from and spreads ice remover on sidewalks surrounding the facility, maintains grounds immediately around the facility, including mowing and maintenance of green landscaped areas, watering of plant life, cleaning/removal of parking lot debris, or maintaining parking space paint striping.
• ASSEMBLES and/or REPAIRS furniture or other equipment as needed.
• MAINTAINS “general use/unassigned” Health Department vehicles including miscellaneous minor repairs, washes and waxes, tire upkeep, interior cleanliness, including steam cleaning with portable cleaner and scheduling oil changes, maintenance services or major repairs as necessary.
• COLLECTS and transports recyclables to City’s recycling facility.
• PERFORMS all other related duties as assigned.

Employee Behavior and Conduct
City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest and respectful.

Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Skills in general facility maintenance, inventory and supply,
Ability to troubleshoot building maintenance problems and resolve.
Ability to perform tasks with minimum supervision.
Knowledge of electrical and plumbing repairs.
Knowledge of and familiarity with a snow blower, floor buffer, generator, surveillance equipment and other maintenance equipment helpful or ability to learn within a reasonable time after employment.
Knowledge of the basic equipment found in the office environment and exterior of building, including motorized equipment and power tools.
Ability to monitor HVAC system and boiler and follow directions.
Ability to respond to communications after working hours if needed.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Three years’ related work experience required.
A valid Driver's License required.

Material and Equipment Directly Used
Use a variety of equipment for light custodial duties such as vacuum cleaner, sweepers, duster, broom and mop. Operates various machinery, equipment, hand and power tools, shovels, clippers, buffers, power washer, etc. on a frequent basis to repair and maintain a variety of electrical, plumbing, refrigeration and other general components of the facility. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements
Work is performed in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings where weather conditions can vary from extreme heat and cold, with high levels of dust, dirt, fumes and noise. Physical activity includes prolonged standing, bending, stooping, lifting, walking and using arms and hands frequently. Must have the ability to lift objects weighing 75-100 pounds independently and assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds. Must have the ability to carry and maneuver a 14’ ladder and to climb a ladder to reach heights of 17’ or more to perform basic maintenance tasks, safely. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Passing of a drug screening required prior to appointment.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City is a Governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.

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