Building Maintenance Worker II

Larimer County; Colorado; On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(a) retirement plan

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Job summary

Larimer County is seeking a Building Maintenance Worker II to join our team. You will perform a wide range of repairs across multiple trades in more than 35 county buildings, with intermittent on-call rotations.

The role starts with a review of priorities each morning and work tickets before heading out to sites, with a regular 7:30 am–4:00 pm schedule. Candidate will need strong organizational skills, dependability, and the ability to troubleshoot and learn new tasks.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience as a Building Maintenance Worker I or in similar duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs semi-skilled and skilled work involving painting, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, and electrical maintenance tasks.
• Inspects and repairs lights, fixtures, wiring, breaker boxes, and controls.
• Maintains heating and air conditioning systems and related equipment.
• Assists in carpentry and building tasks for County facilities.
• Repairs and finishes wood fixtures and structures.
• Operates woodworking machinery and builds basic structures.
• Maintains and repairs plumbing systems and fixtures; unclogs drains and toilets.
• Installs sprinkler systems, hoses, valves, and lines.
• Maintains and repairs equipment and tools; keeps landscaped areas maintained.

Skills

Good attitude

Organized

Willing to learn

Initiative

Dependable

Troubleshooting

Education

Driver's License

Job description

Join our Building Maintenance team and help keep more than 35 Larimer County buildings running smoothly. Our team of 11 handles a wide variety of repairs, including drywall, flooring, furniture, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work, so no two days are exactly alike. You’ll have the tools and support you need to get the job done.

The work is varied and includes repairs involving drywall, flooring, furniture, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical. No two days are the same, and you’ll have the tools and equipment needed to get the job done. A typical day starts at the shop at 7:30 am to check in with the team, review priorities, and pick up work tickets before heading out to complete them.

The regular schedule is Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, with an on-call rotation for 24 hours a day for 7 days every 3 months.

What you'll be doing:

• Performs semi-skilled and skilled work involving painting, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, and electrical maintenance tasks.
• Inspects and ensures that all lights, fixtures, ballasts and wiring, breaker boxes, and electrical switches and controls are in working order; makes any necessary repairs.
• Inspects heating and air conditioning systems and related equipment for proper functioning; performs related maintenance tasks as required.
• Assists in a variety of carpentry and building tasks for County facilities.
• Repairs, installs, and constructs tables, shelves, cabinets, countertops, and other wood equipment and fixtures.
• Performs hand and bench work, operating planers, drill presses, power saws, and other woodworking machinery.
• Builds rough wooden structures such as barricades and fences and performs rough carpentry on park and other County buildings.
• Finishes cabinets and countertops as required.
• Installs tile and carpet as necessary.
• Makes repairs on doors, windows, floors, lockers, gates, roofs, and ceilings.
• Prepares surfaces for painting, staining, or retexturing.
• Applies paint to building interiors, fixtures, equipment, or exteriors; strips and paints or stains cabinets, doors, and woodwork.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs plumbing systems and a variety of plumbing fixtures such as faucets, sinks, toilets, and water heaters.
• Unclogs drains and toilets.
• Installs sprinkler systems, hoses, valves, and lines.
• Operates, maintains, adjusts, and repairs equipment and tools necessary for performing maintenance tasks.
• Maintains landscaped areas as assigned.

To view the full job description, visit: https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Building_Maintenance_Worker_II.

What we're looking for:

• Good attitude and professional approach.
• Organized and able to prioritize work and tickets.
• Willing to learn new skills and take on new tasks.
• Takes initiative and follows through on work.
• Dependable and willing to pitch in when needed.
• Able to troubleshoot issues and determine the best way to get the job done.

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.

• Two (2) years of experience as a Building Maintenance Worker I, in a directly related field, or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities required.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire required.

Benefits

Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.