Building Maintenance Assistant

Job Title

GUILFORD COUNTY GOVERNMENT

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Description

General Statement of Duties Performs semi-skilled work in the mechanical maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment for the Building Services Department. Distinguishing Features of the Class An employee in this class performs a variety of tasks ranging from routine maintenance activities to assignments requiring the application of knowledge acquired from on-the-job training. Work includes assisting journey-level plumbers, electricians, and HVAC mechanics in their respective areas of responsibilities. Guidance and instruction in the principles and techniques involved are received from a journey-level tradesperson. Work is performed under varying degrees of supervision, depending on abilities of the incumbent, and is evaluated through observation and inspection of completed work.

Examples of Duties

Duties and Responsibilities Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Installs ballasts and light tubes in fluorescent lights; replaces receptacles, switches, and bulbs in County buildings.
• Assists in the repair of drains and plumbing lines and in the installation and repair of toilets, wash basins, and water coolers.
• Assists in running conduit and pulling wire; hangs light fixtures.
• Changes filters in air-conditioning units and assists in the repair of air-conditioning equipment.
• Assists in the repair of furnaces and heating systems; checks and adds chemicals to the boilers when tests indicate such a need.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Recruitment Standards

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of the practices, methods, and tools associated with mechanical and maintenance trades.
• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions peculiar to various mechanical maintenance trades.
• Ability to understand simple sketches, penciled layouts, and rough plans associated with building maintenance and repair work.
• Some skill in the use of a wide range of hand tools and shop equipment.

Typical Qualifications

High school graduate or GED and one year experience in general mechanical maintenance and repair work.

• Valid driver's license required.
• Subject to overtime, calls back to work for urgent/emergency situations and work during inclement weather.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands

Must be able to perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking and repetitive motions. Heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work Conditions

Work is performed inside and out in varying conditions including loud noise. Hazards may include occasional exposure to health risk of infection when cleaning up body fluids. Driving is Essential Driving is an essential requirement of this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver's license and that the driving record is compatible with the county's driving criteria. If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County's vehicle use policy. Special Note:

This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions, and recommended job requirements. However, for each individual position assigned to this class, there is available a completed job description with a physical abilities checklist which can give further details about that one specific position. Those documents should be reviewed before initiating a selection process. They can provide additional detailed information on which to base various personnel actions and can assist management in making legal defensible personnel decisions.

Benefits

We are excited about the opportunity of having you as a prospective new employee! You probably already know our county is a wonderful county to live in, but did you know it is also a wonderful place to work?

Below are a few of the reasons why we love working for Guilford County.

We offer Health Insurance (UnitedHealthCare) to all benefitted employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week. The shared cost of the premium is based on scheduled/budgeted hours. If you are a full-time employee working 40 hours a week you can expect to pay less than $35 a month for medical coverage, dental coverage for $4 a month and vision coverage for $5 a month. That's less than $45 a month for medical, dental & vision coverage; that's unheard of.

Telehealth UHC Virtual Visits are available to you with no copay or out of pocket expense.

We are excited to inform you Guilford County has an Employee Wellness Center (24/7 access) with strength training equipment, cardio machines and a group exercise room with virtual or in person coaching from our Wellness Specialist!

Employee Assistance Program , 100% funded by the county. A superb benefit for you and your family absolutely free. Confidential help with personal or work-related issues.

13 paid holidays, 12 sick days, and 12 vacation days a year. That's 37 paid days a year, totaling almost 2 months of paid time off.

Employer contributes 5% into your 401(k) - no match required.

Enrollment in the State Retirement Plan by contributing 6%.

Longevity pay beginning at five years of service.

We provide a $10,000 Life and AD&D benefit to eligible employees.

Flexible spending accounts (FSA) allow you to set aside tax-free dollars for health care and dependent care.

Voluntary Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.