Maintenance Technician 3

Pennington County; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennington County in Rapid City, SD is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general upkeep of facilities and grounds under minimal supervision. Responsibilities include carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, landscape tasks, equipment operation, and helping with moves and event setups.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, helpful experience in building maintenance, a valid driver's license, on-call duties, and the ability to work in all weather conditions with safety in mind.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum eight months experience as B&G Maintenance Technician 2- or four-years prior experience in basic building maintenance and repairs.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Qualification in specialty area may be required for additional duty.

Responsibilities

• Perform general repair tasks such as replacing worn parts, drywall repair and painting, carpentry repairs and installation with hand and power tools, unplugging P-traps and toilets.
• Install locking system for maintaining facilities in a safe and operating condition.
• Perform landscape maintenance duties, including irrigation system operation and maintenance.
• Operate County vehicles, snow and grounds equipment and is responsible for its safe operation and performs maintenance as needed.
• Perform surplus FF&E handling, minor office moves, material handling, deliveries, and special event setups.
• Assemble, install and move furniture, fixtures and equipment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance tasks.
• Complete assigned work orders in a timely and competent manner.
• Respond to emergencies and closures including adverse weather to ensure facilities are protected.
• Escort contractors in secure facilities.
• Purchase materials and supplies in conformance with County policies, prepare purchase orders.
• Maintain tools and equipment, report issues to supervisor.
• Operate equipment such as lawn mower, skid loader, tractor, backhoe, etc.
• Demonstrate safe work practices and county policies.
• Meet with facility occupants to define work requirements.
• Participate in On Call on a rotating basis.
• Remove snow and maintain sidewalks, entrances, parking lots and driveways as necessary.

Skills

General maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Minimum eight months experience as B&G Maintenance Technician 2

Four-years prior experience in basic building maintenance

Valid Driver’s license

Tools

Locking systems installation

Hand and power tools

Job description

Position Objective:

Under minimal supervision, performs duties as assigned relative to general upkeep of facilities and grounds. Work assignments are performed in accordance with accepted practices. Employees resolve most problems independently, except for work of an unusual nature, in which a supervisor may be consulted.

Essential Functions:

• Perform general repair tasks such as replacing worn parts, drywall repair and painting, carpentry repairs and installation with hand and power tools, unplugging P-traps and toilets. Will repair or replace plumbing fixtures, and replace electrical switches and outlets.


• install locking system (e.g. doors, door hardware, closures, panic hardware, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining facilities in a safe and operating condition.


• Perform a wide range of landscape maintenance duties, including irrigation system operation and maintenance.


• Operate County vehicles, snow and grounds equipment and is responsible for its safe operation and performs maintenance as needed. Keep shops, vehicles and yard areas neat and clean.


• Perform surplus FF&E handling, minor office moves, material handling, deliveries, and special event setups.


• Assemble, install and move furniture, fixtures and equipment.


• Perform assigned routine preventative maintenance tasks.


• Complete assigned work order requests in a timely and competent manner.


• Respond to emergencies and closures including adverse weather to ensure that all facilities are protected and remain operational.


• Escort contractors in secure facilities.


• Ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise good judgement when determining if necessary work requires specialty skills.


• Purchase materials and supplies in conformance with County purchasing policies, prepare purchase orders and related paperwork.


• Maintain tools and maintenance equipment used in completion of duties. Report equipment issues or needs to supervisor.


• Operate equipment such as lawn mower, skid loader, tractor, backhoe, electric power lifts, forklift, pick-up and trailer, dump truck, or similar equipment.


• Demonstrate safe work practices and follow safety and county policies and procedures at all times.


• Meet with facility occupants to define work requirements.


• Perform entire work activities as per established safety and secured procedures.


• Participate in “On Call” for a week at a time on a 24-hour basis. The schedule is on a rotating basis between other maintenance staff as assigned.


• Responsible for the removal of snow and maintenance of sidewalks, entrances, parking lots and driveways as necessary in assigned areas.


• Performing semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and repair involving general building related trades work; using and maintaining hand and power tools normally associated with carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work.


• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor


• Maintain compliance with all County policies and procedures.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred


• Minimum eight months experience as B&G Maintenance Technician 2- or four-years prior experience in basic building maintenance and repairs.


• Valid Driver’s license


• Qualification in specialty area may be required for additional duty.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential position functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.


• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards.


• Upper body strength is a requisite to lift, transport, position, put, install, remove a maximum of 50 lbs. unassisted; and lift, transport, position, put, install, remove a maximum of 80 lbs. with assistance.


• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively on telephone, in-person and in writing.

Working Environment:

• Work under minimal supervision, with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.


• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor field environments; travel from site to site; exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions.


• Work environment is informal; team-oriented, having both routine and variable task with variable pace and pressure.


• Overtime hours may be required to meet operational requirements and project deadlines.


• Some travel may be required for training and meetings.