Position Title:

Maintenance Specialist II-Facilities (May be Underfilled)

Job Description:

Performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repair, adjustment and minor construction work in the trades to ensure facilities are properly maintained and meet City Standards. Guides less-skilled staff in completing shared work assignments. Assists Trade staff in the completion of larger and more complex assignments. Duties may fall into a variety of trades including carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, energy management, fire, safety and keys/security systems.

This is the second level of a Facilities job line. It is distinguished by the responsibility for intermediate-level trades work, requiring competence in independently performing a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks. In addition, positions at this level provide guidance to personnel on shared work assignments. Within the job line there may be some overlap between the levels of work. Incumbent at this level may be occasionally called upon to perform tasks associated with a higher or lower level responsibilities, such as working independently, learning a new skill, or assisting other staff members.

TYPICAL DUTIES

Level II

• Maintains a broad working knowledge of materials, systems and code requirements related to maintenance of city facilities.

• Performs preventative maintenance on building systems, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and control systems and related components. Tests system components, devices and evaluates performance.

• Repairs and maintains a variety of facility systems, components and structures; repairs building plumbing, low-voltage and line voltage electric systems, door hardware, fire, safety protection, equipment systems; cleans and inspects all equipment, completes filter changes, and lubrication orders.

• Performs service and preventative maintenance on equipment; troubleshoots equipment problems and identifies external service providers to make repairs or perform warranty work when necessary.

• Identifies repair and maintenance projects requiring the assistance of contractors or vendors; participates in estimates and evaluations of project costs; monitors work of vendors or contractors; assists in the review of new construction or remodel plans to assure compliance with facility maintenance standards.

• Accesses and makes all levels of adjustments to computerized control systems for lighting or energy management systems and troubleshoots control system problems.

• Performs electronic recordkeeping related to preventative maintenance and repair so the Facilities division makes the most efficient and effective use of computerized maintenance management and service request systems; tracks and closes assigned work orders. May monitor work orders assigned to others and assist in managing work orders.

• Maintains a broad working knowledge of materials, systems and code requirements related to maintenance of city facilities. Knows and understands all safety procedures. Trains less-skilled staff on safety procedures related to facilities operations. Maintains appropriate records and reports.

• Responds to city emergencies and closures including adverse weather to ensure all facilities are protected and remain operational. Assists with tasks required in preparing to open buildings after a closure including snow and ice removal, systems and equipment checks and start-up operations as assigned.

• Recordkeeping and regulations, including use of automated record systems; OSHA workplace health, safety standards and procedures. Maintain logs, inventories and purchasing records; respond to service requests; monitor and manage work orders in the computerized maintenance management system; access and set automated control systems.

• Train employees on a variety of tools and power equipment.

• Plan and coordinate work; track and plan preventative maintenance work; maintain records and reports in computerized and written formats.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

• Performs other related duties as required.

Level I

• Assists with and learns to perform preventative maintenance for building systems (exterior envelopes and interior ceilings, floors, walls, windows, finishes and hardware, keys, panel alarm hardware, etc.), plumbing, electrical (lamp changes, ballasts, outlets, circuitry, electrical panels) and mechanical systems including controls, pump and motors.

• Assists with and learns to repair facilities structures, systems and components, including performing minor repairs to building plumbing, mechanical systems, door hardware, fire and life safety protection, equipment systems, sprinkler systems and roof inspections.

• Assists with and learns to identify repair and maintenance projects requiring the assistance of contractors or vendors; gathers information as directed to assist in estimating/evaluating project costs.

• Assists with and learns to repair and maintain motorized equipment engines and to perform preventative maintenance.

• Assists with and learns to perform electronic recordkeeping related to preventative maintenance and repair so that Facilities Management Services division makes the most efficient and effective use of computerized maintenance management and service request systems.

• Maintains working knowledge of materials, systems and code requirements related to maintenance of facilities.

• Responds to city emergencies and closures including adverse weather to be certain that all facilities are protected and remain operational. Assists with tasks required in preparing to open buildings after a closure including snow and ice removal, systems and equipment checks and start-up operations as assigned.

• Knows and understands all safety procedures.

• Operates a city vehicle and is responsible for its safe operation and reporting any observed maintenance needs.

• Maintains appropriate records and reports.

• Performs other related duties as required and responds to emergency situations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Level II

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Three years of facilities maintenance, construction or repair experience in a commercial or industrial setting.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

• Forklift driver certification required within six months of employment.

• Obtain a building operators certificate within one year of hire.

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints, circuit diagrams, and operations manuals.

• Demonstrated knowledge of power and hand tools used in facilities maintenance.

• Demonstrated knowledge of computers used for recordkeeping and automated system controls.

• Successful completion of BCI Police and Courts background check.

Level I

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• One year of general work experience, including trades or labor. Education or training the facilities maintenance trades may be substituted for work experience.

• Possession of a valid drivers’ license.

• Demonstrated knowledge of tools, recordkeeping and workplace safety procedures.

• Demonstrated knowledge of basic computer use.

• Successful completion of BCI Police and Courts background check.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Commercial Driver License (CDL) class A or B.

• Certificates or licenses in facility maintenance crafts or trades.

• OSHA 10-hour certification.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors with exposure to various weather conditions.

• May be exposed to potentially hazardous conditions, noise and temperature extremes.

• Frequent bending, standing, kneeling, climbing, reaching below and above shoulders.

• Must be able to perform heavy labor, including lifting up to 75 pounds.

• Wrist, hand and finger dexterity is required to operate various equipment and materials.

• Unconventional working hours including long shifts, weekends and holidays as needed.

CAREER LADDER:

• After fully satisfying the job minimum requirements of the Facilities Maintenance Specialist II, incumbent may be advanced to Facilities Maintenance Specialist III. Advancement is conditional on availability of funding and requires divisional recommendation, Department Director approval and the concurrence of the Human Resources Department.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

Level II: $21.64/hr - $28.48/hr

Level I: $19.78/hr - $26.04/hr

DEPARTMENT

Public Services

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40

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