Electrical Maintenance Technician

Van Buren County Government; Paw Paw (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren County Government is seeking a full-time maintenance technician to assist in preserving county-owned buildings, grounds, and equipment and to provide a safe, healthy environment for employees and clients.

This role requires hands-on work with electrical systems, plumbing, heating, and HVAC, plus landscape upkeep, custodial tasks, and routine records. A valid driver's license is required, and the position offers a 37.5-hour work week with AFSCME pay.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Experience performing electrical work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain the plumbing, heating, electrical, and air-conditioning systems in county owned buildings.
• Maintain landscaping.
• Perform custodial work as needed.
• Maintain sidewalks i.e., snow and ice removal.
• Maintain exterior of buildings.
• Paint and recondition offices.
• Maintain daily work records.
• Operate power equipment.

Skills

Follow directions

Electrical systems knowledge

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

HOURS: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week Hourly Rate: $31.96 – $38.96 (AFSCME Unified R9) JOB SUMMARY : Assists in maintaining County owned buildings, grounds, and equipment to preserve the buildings and to provide a safe and healthy environment for employee and clients.
ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL:

• Ability to follow both verbal and written directions
• Ability to read and follow instructions to operate equipment
• Considerable knowledge of electrical systems and components and at least 4 years of working on said systems
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, access to dependable transportation
  

HOURS: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week Hourly Rate: $31.96 – $38.96 (AFSCME Unified R9) JOB SUMMARY : Assists in maintaining County owned buildings, grounds, and equipment to preserve the buildings and to provide a safe and healthy environment for employee and clients.
ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL:

• Ability to follow both verbal and written directions
• Ability to read and follow instructions to operate equipment
• Considerable knowledge of electrical systems and components and at least 4 years of working on said systems
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, access to dependable transportation
  

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Repair and maintain the plumbing, heating, electrical, and air-conditioning systems in county owned buildings
• Maintain landscaping
• Perform custodial work as needed
• Maintain sidewalks i.e., snow and ice removal
• Maintain exterior of buildings
• Paint and recondition offices
• Maintain daily work records
• Operate power equipment

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

High school graduate or GED. Must have valid driver’s license. Relevant experience performing electrical work preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Employment is dependent on background check, criminal history, and drug screen. Applicant must complete County application form.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Reports: None
Delegation of Work: Not applicable
Supervision Given: Not applicable
Reports To: This position reports to the Buildings and Ground’s Director

WORK LOCATION AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift/carry up to and in excess of 50 lbs. Ability to climb ladders, crawl in small spaces, crouch, stand, and walk for extended periods of time. Ability to work outdoors and under somewhat adverse conditions.