Grounds and Facilities Technician Lead - Building Services

Washington County; Stillwater (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County seeks a Lead Grounds and Facilities Technician to oversee maintenance work and provide training to other technicians. The role involves both indoor and outdoor tasks, requiring a high school diploma, extensive maintenance experience, and leadership skills. This position offers a pay rate of $23.34 to $27.57 hourly based on experience, along with a comprehensive work environment that includes exposure to weather conditions and lifting requirements.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in grounds or facilities maintenance.
• Ability to obtain Landscape Specialist Certificate within 12 months.
• Valid driver's license for County business.

Responsibilities

• Provide work direction and training to other technicians.
• Perform general maintenance work both indoors and outdoors.
• Monitor supply levels and maintain grounds and facilities.

Skills

Leadership

Grounds maintenance

Facilities maintenance

Safety measures

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Landscape Specialist Certificate

Job description

Washington County Public Works Department is currently hiring for a Lead Grounds and Facilities Technician. The Lead Grounds and Facilities Technician provides work direction and training to other Grounds and Facilities Technicians, performs both interior and exterior general maintenance work, and/or a variety of other routine building maintenance work.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE:

• Paid experience in grounds maintenance work
• Paid experience in facilities maintenance work
• Leadership experience in a grounds and facilities-based position

SELECTION TECHNIQUE: Your training and experience will be rated based on the required application material submitted, and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration.

HOURS / DAYS: Summer: Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Winter: Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

ANTICIPATED PAY RATE: $23.34 - $27.57 Hourly

E-Verify Participation: Washington County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Washington County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Washington County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

E-Verify Participation Poster

Right to Work Poster

The Lead Grounds and Facilities Technician provides work direction and training to other Grounds and Facilities Technicians, performs both interior and exterior general maintenance work, and/or a variety of other routine building maintenance work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of Grounds Facilities Technician Lead work experience and/or general facilities maintenance work, or equivalent. Requires a Landscape Specialist Certificate or the ability to obtain the Certificate within 12 months of hiring.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator License and Fertilizer license. Individuals operating a motor vehicle for County business must possess a valid driver’s license.

CORE COMPETENCIES, JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Support and prioritize a welcoming and respectful workplace that fosters diversity and encourages contributions from all individuals.
• Provide inclusive and equitable service to all members of the community with dignity and respect.
• Demonstrate support for the County’s diversity, equity and inclusion program.
• Promote a culture of continuous quality improvement in the workplace.
• Demonstrate knowledge of, or ability to learn, quality/continuous improvement.

• Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate safety measures, procedures, and equipment for building and grounds maintenance.
• Perform manual tasks and functions including under adverse weather conditions.
• Operate various cleaning and maintenance equipment.
• Use products and materials appropriately and follow procedures to prevent exposure to hazards.
• Determine and use appropriate safety equipment.
• Work independently and complete assigned tasks.
• Maintain equipment properly.
• Drive and maneuver vehicles with trailers.
• Organize work and train temporary employees effectively.
• Possess a working knowledge of grounds and building maintenance methods and techniques.
• Interact courteously with the public and employees.
• Recognize and correct undesirable or unlawful actions.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships.
• Enforce rules and regulations fairly and consistently.
• Adhere to appearance and clothing policies.
• Report to work regularly and punctually.

Provide work directions, orientation, and training to other Grounds and Facilities Technicians, monitor supply levels, maintain grounds and facilities, operate equipment, perform landscaping and maintenance tasks, and assist with projects and repairs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position requires working indoors and outdoors, exposure to weather, physical demands including lifting up to 100 lbs with assistance, and potential hazards from equipment and chemicals. Physical and mental requirements are inherent in performing the position's duties. Travel between County locations is required.

This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended by the County as necessary.