Building Maintenance Technician - Building and Grounds

Fayette Chamber; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fayette County Board of Commissioners is seeking a Building Maintenance Technician to perform general maintenance, repair, and preventive upkeep on county buildings, equipment, and grounds. The role involves a range of semi-skilled tasks including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and drywall, and custodial duties.

Major duties cover inspections, routine maintenance, and emergency repairs across facilities.

Qualifications

• General maintenance and repair knowledge.
• Apprenticeship/internship or 1–2 years relevant experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect facilities and perform general building maintenance tasks.
• Repair and service electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks as needed.
• Assist with HVAC systems maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Coordinate with county facilities for preventive maintenance and upgrades.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Building Maintenance Technician - Building and Grounds

This is a full-time position with benefits. This position performs general maintenance and repair work on buildings, equipment, grounds, and related facilities; and performs semi-skilled manual work involving building maintenance, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and drywall, masonry, custodial or other maintenance projects. An incumbent in this position may be designated "Building Maintenance Technician I" or Building Maintenance Technician II".

Major duties include but are not limited to:

1. Performs regular inspection of county facilities, equipment, etc.
2. Performs various tasks involving general building maintenance, carpentry, masonry, or construction/office re- modeling: paints interior and exterior surfaces; performs general concrete work, plaster applications and places sheetrock; removes, repairs, and replaces floor/ceiling tile; inspects, installs and repair roofs; installs, adjusts, and repairs doors and hardware; replaces windows, doors, and glass panes; lubricates hardware; performs locksmith duties; and performs related maintenance and repair activities.
3. Performs various routine electrical tasks: troubleshoots electrical problems; installs electrical receptacles and switches; repairs electrical components; trips or replaces breaker; and replaces light bulbs and ballasts. Assists in the maintenance of athletic field lighting systems.
4. Performs various plumbing tasks: troubleshoots plumbing problems: installs and repairs plumbing fixtures; clears and unblocks water lines and drains; repairs toilets, sinks, faucets, drinking fountains, etc. solders pipes; and repairs plumbing leaks. Assists in the repair and maintenance of septic systems.
5. Performs scheduled in-depth preventative maintenance and service/repair of HVAC mechanical systems and sub- systems, pneumatic and DDC control systems, air-handling evaporation systems, chillers, rooftop equip., split systems, window units, heating/cooling water circulation systems, relater fans, piping, pumps, and other components- Specific to a Building Maintenance Technician II
6. Troubleshoots defective HVAC systems and equipment to make diagnoses. Specific to a Building Maintenance Technician II
7. Ensures condensation drain lines are free of debris and are draining properly. Specific to a Building Maintenance Technician II
8. Performs emergency repairs promptly and efficiently. Specific to a Building Maintenance Technician II
9. Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's licenses issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

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