Facilities Maintenance Specialist I

City of Rawlins; Rawlins (WY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Rawlins is seeking a skilled maintenance worker to perform a broad range of building upkeep tasks for city facilities. The role covers carpentry, plumbing, painting, boiler upkeep and custodial care, with preventive maintenance and safety compliance as priorities.

The ideal candidate has high school diploma and at least two years of hands-on maintenance experience in construction or related fields, and can work independently under supervision. Driving/travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience involving building maintenance requiring skill in carpentry, plumbing, and other related fields;
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working level knowledge of construction techniques, carpentry, plumbing, or computerized maintenance systems.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled duties related to the construction, maintenance and repair of city buildings and facilities.
• Monitor mechanical and electrical systems such as motors, belts and pumps to assure proper operation.
• Perform preventive maintenance on facility systems and equipment, boilers and pumps.
• Install and repair plumbing piping and fixtures; assist tradesmen in plumbing work.
• General carpentry, door hardware, locks, and related repairs; maintain facility safety standards.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Maintenance skills

Power tools

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Facilities Construction & Remodel

Performs a variety of complex, skilled duties related to the construction, maintenance and repair

Performs a variety of complex, skilled duties related to the construction, maintenance and repair of city buildings and facilities; , backup power systems, switching equipment etc.; maintains, repairs, maintains light fixtures, ; monitors mechanical apparatus such as motors, belts, pulleys etc. to assure proper operation;

Inventory Monitoring

Monitors typical inventory requirements for ongoing projects; ; obtains tools from storage area needed to perform.

Ongoing Maintenance & Prevention

Performs preventive maintenance on facility systems and equipment; ; maintains boilers, domestic hot water systems and pumps; maintains utility systems, athletic facilities and similar structures; .

Performs general maintenance on various types of buildings, equipment and systems, i.e.., motors, pumps, valves, bearings, floats, pulleys, belts, switches, relays, plugs, light ballasts, light photo cells, fuses, circuit breakers, timers, transformers, , door hardware, floor and ceiling repair, dry wall, painting, caulking, etc.; repairs concrete installations.

Performs installation and repair of plumbing piping and fixtures, ensures proper pump size to achieve required pressure; performs routine plumbing; clears and cleans drain obstructions; maintains sinks, urinals, toilets' assists tradesmen in plumbing work.

Performs general carpentry; maintains physical aspects of the city buildings such as window and door frames, woodwork; fabricates shelving, repairs furniture; repairs or replaces locks; assists tradesmen in carpentry work.

Monitors status of buildings and facilities regarding safety standards; makes recommendations related to the replacement or upgrading of facilities to comply with established safety codes and regulations.

Performs related duties as assigned.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of **working level skilled maintenance tasks** requiring a wide range of skills including carpentry, plumbing, painting, boiler maintenance, and general grounds and custodial care.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Facilities Superintendent.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Facilities Construction & Remodel: Performs a variety of complex, skilled duties related to the construction, maintenance and repair of city buildings and facilities; , backup power systems, switching equipment etc.; maintains, repairs, maintains light fixtures, ; monitors mechanical apparatus such as motors, belts, pulleys etc. to assure proper operation;
• Inventory Monitoring: Monitors typical inventory requirements for ongoing projects; ; obtains tools from storage area needed to perform.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and Experience
• Graduation from high school or equivalent.

AND

• Two (2) years of experience involving building maintenance requiring skill in carpentry, plumbing, and other related fields;

OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working level knowledge of **construction techniques, and methods related to carpentry, plumbing, or computerized maintenance systems; methods, materials and equipment used in the operation and all maintenance and repair of plumbing fixtures; hazards associated with caustic chemicals and acids; mechanical systems, boilers, small motors, etc.; interpersonal communication skills.

• Some Skill in performing various mechanical, and general maintenance and construction duties, i.e., carpentry, plumbing or some other construction field; use of a variety of hand and power tools such as hammers, saws, wrenches, sanders and other tools common to building maintenance and repair.

• Ability to diagnose mechanical, ; determine needs for services and supplies necessary to carry out the task; lift and carry moderately heavy loads; operate grounds equipment and power tools; communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; develop effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and the public; to work independently: deal effectively with stress caused by work load and time deadlines.

• Special Qualifications:

• Work Environment:

Workers generally perform in a physically demanding environment. Tasks require variety of physical activities, generally involving some muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, lifting, etc. Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair equipment, or fixtures. Occasionally works in outside weather conditions and is may be exposed to wet and/or winter conditions; works near moving mechanical parts, vibration and risk of electrical shock, works in high, precarious places, exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and may work with chemicals such as paint, lacquer, paint thinner, and roof foam, occasionally works within enclosed spaces; talking, hearing and seeing essential to the performance of the job. Common eye, hand, finger dexterity needed. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking. Frequent local travel required in normal course of job performance.

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. Management reserves the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions.