Public Service Worker - Facilities Maintenance

City of St. Louis Park, MN; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of St. Louis Park, MN seeks a Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform a variety of maintenance and repair tasks in city buildings and facilities, and to operate light equipment as needed.

You will respond to work requests, support building operations, and assist with custodial and remodeling duties while ensuring safety and compliance with city policies. The role may involve after-hours emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience with manual labor and operation of light equipment and tools.
• Valid Class B CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements, or ability to obtain within 6 months; and ability to obtain Class A within 9 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of city buildings and facilities (lighting, plumbing, HVAC).
• Carpentry, painting, drywall repair, and general construction duties.
• Custodial services including cleaning and snow removal.
• Operate and maintain equipment; manage parts and fuel records; conduct safety inspections.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies and assist with other divisions as needed.

Skills

Manual labor

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL class B with tanker/air brake endorsements

Tools

Building Management System

Job description

Perform various types of manual labor and operate equipment in all areas of facilities maintenance, public works and parks maintenance. Respond promptly to work requests from city staff related to building operations. Work in a variety of environments ensuring work is completed as scheduled and facilities are being operated and maintained effectively and efficiently. Responds to after-hour emergencies and essential tasks as needed.

This position will have a standard work week schedule of Monday - Thursday 10:00am-8:30pm.

• Perform a variety of basic maintenance and repair services of city buildings and facilities to ensure proper operation and maintenance including, but not limited to:
  • Lighting, plumbing, heating/air-conditioning
  • Carpentry and painting
  • Building Management System software
  • Communication systems
  • Drywall repair, garage door repairs, and mechanical systems
• Perform a variety of custodial services to keep city buildings and facilities clean, safe, and in good functioning order including, but not limited to:
  • Maintenance and cleaning, including maintenance of restroom facilities
  • Cleaning floors, shampooing carpet and vacuuming, window washing and dusting
  • Snow removal
• Perform a variety of reconstruction/remodeling duties on city owned buildings and facilities including, but not limited to:
  • Flooring and ceilings
  • Communication lines
  • General construction, construction of cubicles/office furniture
• Perform a variety of maintenance and mechanical services on equipment and the procurement of parts including, but not limited to:
  • General preventive maintenance (belts, oil, grease, filters, hoses)
  • Safety Inspections
  • Maintain an inventory of parts
  • Record management of parts and fuel consumption
  • Daily maintenance of equipment
• Other duties
  • May be assigned to assist with duties in other divisions.
  • May be required to function as crew lead on short term projects as assigned.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school degree or equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience with manual labor and operation of light equipment and tools.
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s license with tanker and air brake endorsements, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire; and ability to obtain Class A within 9 months of hire.
• Ability to read, follow and understand written policies, procedures, manuals, chemical information, etc. as needed to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to:
  • Working dependently and safely carry out tasks, duties and responsibilities assigned and follow safety/OSHA regulations.
  • Communicate effectively with people from all cultures and backgrounds.
  • Physically perform essential functions and requirements of the position, including the ability to transport oneself to a variety of locations, climbing stairs and ladders, entering confined spaces, and operating hand and mechanical tools and equipment.
  • Work in and outdoor and indoor environment year-round, working in extreme temperatures for lengths of time.
  • Work a varied schedule as assigned.

• Two (2) or more years’ experience of full-time employment in a similar position, with building/construction trades, or with equipment used in the position.
• Certificates and licensing in related areas.