Building Maintenance Technician - Jim R Miller

Cobb County Government; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County Government is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform general upkeep on park buildings, equipment, and grounds at Jim R Miller Park in Marietta. The role covers plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, masonry, and custodial work, emphasizing safety and quality workmanship.

The position requires some night and weekend work, the ability to lift heavy objects, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Tasks require moderate physical effort and ability to lift up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repair on buildings, equipment, grounds, and facilities; semi-skilled work in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, masonry, and custodial tasks.
• Conduct maintenance inspections to identify problems and ensure compliance with laws, codes, and standards; initiate corrections as needed.
• Assist with installation and repair of plumbing fixtures; troubleshoot plumbing leaks and blockages.
• Handle electrical tasks such as installing receptacles/switches, replacing breakers, and changing light bulbs/ballasts.
• Participate in setup for daily meetings and events; assist with purchasing and delivery of maintenance supplies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

General maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Masonry

Painting

Custodial

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

This position is located in the PARKS department at Jim R Miller Park 2245 Callaway Rd SW, Marietta GA 30008

This position is required to work some nights and weekends.

• 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.
• Assist in ensuring that operation, construction, and maintenance of buildings, equipment, and systems are in compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards: conducts maintenance inspections of buildings, equipment, grounds, and facilities to identify potential problems, unsafe conditions, and needed repairs; and initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
• Performs various plumbing tasks: troubleshoots plumbing problems: installs and repairs plumbing fixtures; clears and unblocks water lines and drains; repairs steam lines, toilets, sinks, faucets, drinking fountains, etc.; solders pipes; and repairs plumbing leaks.
• Performs various electrical tasks: troubleshoots electrical problems; installs electrical receptacles and switches; repairs electrical components; trips or replaces breaker; and replaces light bulbs and ballasts.
• Performs various tasks involving general building maintenance, carpentry, masonry or construction projects: paints interior and exterior surfaces; performs general concrete work, plaster applications and places sheetrock; removes, repairs, and replaces floor/ceiling tile; inspects, installs and repairs 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.
• Determines amount of materials needed to complete projects: provides cost projections as requested; gathers equipment, tools, parts, and supplies; monitors inventory levels; and orders new or replacement materials as required.
• Participates in the setup and removal of tables, chairs, stages etc. for daily meetings and classes and special events.
• Responsible for purchasing construction and maintenance related items; accountable for delivery of related financial paperwork to administrative staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, supplemented by previous experience in building maintenance and repair.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, taste, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, smoke, noise extremes, and electric currents.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.