Temporary Facilities Maintenance Technician

Yakima-Valley-Libraries; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Yakima Valley Libraries is hiring a full-time temporary Facilities Maintenance Technician. This hands-on role combines general building maintenance, custodial services, and courier duties to support a welcoming, safe, and well-maintained environment for staff and patrons.

From performing basic plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repairs to delivering library materials, supplies, and documents across the Yakima Valley, you’ll play an important role in connecting our libraries and supporting the

Qualifications

• Customer service oriented toward staff and patrons.
• Basic understanding of plumbing, carpentry, electrical and mechanical work.
• Knowledge of custodial duties and cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes and serves patrons with high-quality customer service.
• Diagnoses and repairs basic plumbing, electrical, and mechanical problems with tools.
• Secures and maintains tools and equipment for library maintenance.
• Moves, assembles, and Repair furniture and equipment across locations.
• Performs exterior tasks: window cleaning, snow removal, landscaping, and graffiti removal.
• Performs interior maintenance: painting, bulb changes, filters, minor repairs.
• Operates library vehicles for deliveries and other duties.
• Performs basic vehicle maintenance and cleaning.
• Cleans, dusts, mops, vacuums, and restocks supplies at locations.
• Ensures facilities are secured before leaving.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Time management

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

• Location 102 N 3RD ST,Yakima, WA, 98901-2705,United States
• Base Pay $20.49 - $26.88 / Hour
• Job Category Maintenance, Facilities, Custodial
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 75%
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Human Resources
• Phone [phone]

Yakima Valley Libraries is hiring a full-time temporary Facilities Maintenance Technician! This hands-on role combines general building maintenance, custodial services, and courier duties to support a welcoming, safe, and well-maintained environment for staff and patrons. From performing basic plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repairs to delivering library materials, supplies, and documents across the Yakima Valley, you’ll play an important role in connecting our libraries and supporting the communities we serve.

Bargaining Unit: No

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are normal for this position.However, they are not to be construed as exclusive or all–inclusive.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily.Other duties may also be required or assigned.

• Customer Service: Welcomes and serves patrons with high-quality customer service, ensuring inclusivity and respect for all.
• Basic Repair and Maintenance: Diagnoses and repairs basic plumbing, electrical, and mechanical problems, using hand and power tools safely.
• Tool and Equipment Management: Secures and maintains tools and equipment for library maintenance.
• Moving and Assembling Equipment: Moves, assembles, and repairs furniture and equipment as needed across library locations.
• Exterior Facilities Work: Performs outdoor tasks such as window cleaning, snow removal, landscaping, lawn care, and graffiti removal.
• Interior Maintenance Tasks: Completes interior work such as painting, changing light bulbs, filters, and performing minor repairs.
• Vehicle Operation: Safely operates library vehicles for deliveries and other assigned duties.
• Basic Vehicle Maintenance: Performs basic maintenance on library vehicles, including refueling, cleaning, and monitoring fluid levels.
• Custodial Duties: Cleans, dusts, mops, vacuums, and restocks supplies at assigned locations.
• Facility Security: Ensures facilities are secured before leaving the premises.
• Material and Supply Deliveries: Loads, unloads, and delivers materials, equipment, and supplies to and from library facilities.
• Mail and Money Deliveries: Distributes mail and delivers money bags to the accounting office from the daily route.
• Safety Consultations: Consults with the supervisor regarding road safety and weather conditions, making independent route decisions when necessary.
• Record Keeping and Reporting: Records vehicle mileage daily and submits monthly reports as assigned.

Performs additional duties as required.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent.

• Two years of experience in basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and mechanical work.
• Equivalent technical training, education, and/or experience may be substituted.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Summary

REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES

• Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and mechanical work.
• Custodial Skills: Knowledge of custodial duties and cleaning equipment usage.
• Customer Service: Ability to provide excellent customer service with tact and courtesy.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
• Safety and Security Awareness: Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and respond to facility issues outside of normal hours.
• Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with PC usage, word processing, and spreadsheet software.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication and relationship-building skills for working with staff and external contacts.
• Attendance and Dependability: Consistently attend work and perform duties reliably.

These competencies highlight the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the role, focusing on key areas essential for success in the position.

Compensation and Benefits

• The pay for this position spans from $20.49 - $26.88 an hour, to reflect experience and years of service.
• This temporary position is not benefit eligible.