Building & Grounds Maintenance

Building & Grounds Maintenance Worker

The Building & Grounds Maintenance Worker position involves physically demanding tasks and requires strict adherence to safety codes and County policies. This posting will remain active until we find the perfect addition to our team. If you think that's you, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Summary

The Building Maintenance Worker operates and maintains major and ancillary facilities in County buildings to ensure facilities are safe and operational in accordance with County policies and all applicable laws. Duties include ensuring that plumbing, electrical, structural, and mechanical systems function properly and are maintained according to established procedures and applicable codes. This position prioritizes work orders, oversees contracted services, orders necessary supplies and equipment, manages inventories, and is responsible for the work of landscaping and snow removal.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The job requires knowledge of system, theory, and procedure for installation, operation, maintenance, and repair in two or more of the following areas: electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, electronic, plumbing, painting, and carpentry, including Uniform Mechanical, Electrical, Building, Fire, and Life Safety Codes; and effective use of tools, equipment, and materials used in building trades; procedures, materials, and tools used in remodeling buildings and building furniture; occupational hazards and safety precautions of the building and mechanical trades, including using highly toxic paints. The position may also require thorough technical knowledge of low-pressure boilers and related safety and control devices, locksmithing, and project management as well as a general knowledge of electrical circuits and their components (e.g., circuit boards, transfer switches, etc.), plumbing systems, carpentry, and construction.

The job requires skill in repairing machines or systems using the appropriate tools; performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed; troubleshooting; critical thinking; and complex problem-solving.

The job requires the ability to operate power tools, maintain vehicles, and heavy equipment (e.g., boilers, lifts, etc.); diagnose and resolve mechanical problems; and communicate with individuals of varied technical levels safely and effectively. The incumbent must have the ability to effectively manage maintenance projects, prioritize work orders, perform strenuous physical work for extended periods of time, motivate staff and contractors to achieve maintenance objectives, and learn and apply new methods and technologies.

Principal Accountabilities

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Maintain major facilities systems in County buildings by checking for proper functioning, diagnosing problems, and testing systems to ensure they operate safely and efficiently according to industry standards, and policies and laws.
• Assists in the repair, maintenance and remodeling of plumbing and pipefitting systems, equipment, and facilities.
• Assists in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic lighting, data communication, security, control, and related systems.
• Administer preventative maintenance of facilities and tools in order that routine maintenance schedules will help maintain a safe environment that will continue to serve its intended function.
• Maintain ancillary facilities in county buildings to ensure buildings are fully operational and safe for other County staff and the general public. Monitor, re-clamp, and replace ballasts as needed; repair and replace faucets and flush valves; and repair furniture and property damage to flooring, drywall, windows, etc. This also includes monitoring and maintaining plumbing, electrical, and structural systems in other facilities as necessary.
• Monitor facilities systems, routinely inspect tools and equipment, and coordinate preventative maintenance activities (e.g., performance testing, cleaning/oiling, sharpening, etc.) to ensure safety and effectiveness.
• Prioritize work orders based on the nature and urgency of specific problems, available resources, and anticipated timelines to ensure projects are completed. May monitor contract personnel and assist with various projects.
• Coordinate maintenance of lawn areas with tractor, industrial mower, riding mower, pushing mower, string trimmers, weed eaters, edger's, and related power equipment to ensure assigned lawn areas are attractive and groomed according to established landscaping practices.
• Administers snow removal and salting of facilities and access ways. (Even if Contracted)
• Operate County vehicles to transport material to and from job sites safely and effectively according to laws and department procedures. This includes collecting and delivering supplies/equipment, transporting trash, brush, clippings and recyclables to County facilities, and related tasks.
• Manage inventories of tools, equipment, and parts such as belts, filters, valves, motors, etc. to ensure the availability of maintenance resources. Maintain operational effectiveness by sharpening, fueling, calibrating, etc. tools equipment as needed.
• Responds to questions emails and complaints from the county employees; carries out assignments in a non-disruptive manner in areas receiving heavy public use.
• Maintains basic records of work performed.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
• Compile and submit activity reports, equipment logs, inspection reports, and other records to provide accurate, complete, and timely information.
• Perform a variety of miscellaneous duties including but not limited to installing cable for computers, assembling new equipment, hanging new drapes, and other tasks that may become necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned including but not limited to managing special projects, attending meetings and conferences, providing backup for other staff, participating in training, etc.
• May be assigned duties that include internal construction projects, installing camera systems, data cables, new circuitry, HVAC replacements.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• There are no supervisory responsibilities in this position.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience & Education

• The job requires education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or GED or one (1) year of grounds and equipment maintenance experience.
• Valid Missouri Driver's License.
• Any satisfactory combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, may be acceptable.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The demands and conditions described here are representative of those the employee must meet to perform the essential functions of the job. · The position requires strenuous walking, bending, and standing for extended periods; lifting and transporting machines, tools, and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds; and exposure to loud noises, electricity, extreme heat, natural gas, dust, power tools, and other hazards associated with an active maintenance site. · Required to paint overhead for extended periods of time; work various temperatures and outdoor exposures; and safely climb up and down ladders and scaffoldings. · The majority of the work takes place inside a county-owned building. · Work with chemicals, power tools, and various maintenance projects that require the use of protective clothing and equipment (e.g., gloves, dust masks, eye screens, etc.).

WORK ENVIRONMENT - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Travel

Travel requirements will vary with the assignment.

Benefits

• 14 paid holidays
• Receive 8 hours vacation and 4 hours personal time per month
• Potential for overtime or comp time
• CERF Retirement
• Paid health/dental/vision insurance for employees
• Option health/