Facilities Technician I

Job Description

This position provides skilled technical work in the maintenance and repair of county buildings and facilities.

This is an entry-level position responsible for assisting with the maintenance and repair of St. Croix County buildings and facilities. Employees receive on-the-job training and gain practical experience in facility maintenance operations. The position primarily consists of lawn mowing, grounds maintenance, snow removal, painting, cleaning and assisting maintenance technicians with a variety of repair and maintenance tasks. These duties provide opportunities to develop and learn facility maintenance skills. As knowledge, skills, and proficiency increase, employees are assigned a broader range of responsibilities and more complex tasks. Supervision gradually shifts from direct oversight to more general guidance as employees demonstrate competence and independence in performing assigned duties.

The following duties are normal for this position. These 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 be required and assigned. The allocation of duties for this position will be dependent upon the given level of the position, as it correlates to the education and experience of the incumbent. Duties will be assigned accordingly.

• Responds to emergency situations concerning malfunctioning building equipment including natural gas, electrical, domestic water, boilers, chillers, generators, fire alarm system, etc.; analyzes situation and takes appropriate action.
• Operates, adjusts and repairs water/steam boilers, chillers/heaters, cooling towers, air handlers, exhaust fans, variable air volume systems, unit heaters, gasoline/diesel pumps, circulating pumps and water softeners.
• Repairs plumbing problems such as leaks, clogs, and continuously running fixtures.
• Performs preventative maintenance to systems; reviews log for specific assignments; logs completed work.
• Reviews building automation system checking for system abnormalities; follows up with walk-through to verify proper temperatures and equipment operation for occupant comfort and safety.
• Performs water chemistry analysis on closed water loops, cooling towers and domestic water.
• Troubleshoots, adjusts and repairs heating, ventilation and air conditioning electronic control systems including variable frequency drives, programmable control modules, system circuit boards, electronic valves and associated wiring.
• Works with high voltage electrical systems including installations, system repair, motor repair, transformers, breakers, fuses, contractors, switches and combination high/low voltage.
• Reviews building blueprints, wiring schematics, installation, operation and service manuals to diagnose and repair building systems.
• Prepares boilers and chillers for inspection.
• Troubleshoots and repairs security systems including electronically operated doors, intercom/phone system, lighting controls, etc.
• Tests critical safety equipment including fire alarm systems, building sprinkler system, panic alarms, intercom system, emergency power supply generators, transfer switches, etc.
• Repairs commercial kitchen and laundry equipment including ranges, steam cookers and tables, refrigeration equipment, dishwashers, washer/extractors, dryers, etc.
• Performs other lighter maintenance including moving furniture, fixing signs, painting, drywall. Light fixture repair, plumbing fixture repair, installation of flooring materials.
• Performs snow removal and sprinkler systems maintenance as required.
• Performs custodial services for backup purposes as required.
• Assists training new employees in their job duties.

This section details the essential competencies required to perform the job effectively, including a mix of technical knowledge, practical skills, and personal attributes.

• Various hand and power tools.
• Other equipment could be required.
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits with minimal direction and supervision.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Ability to maintain accurate and legible notes.
• Knowledge of County policies, procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of local government organization and its departmental operating requirements.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues across departments to achieve common goals.
• General knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, and equipment.
• Ability to analyze and prepare organizational and functional reports from research data.
• Technical proficiency in the use of relevant software applications, databases, standard office equipment, and other technology tools relevant to the position (e.g., Microsoft Office, Outlook, SharePoint, etc).
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position.

This section outlines the communication abilities necessary for effective performance. These skills reflect the need to interact with the public, colleagues, and other stakeholders in a clear, professional, and effective manner.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with a wide range of individuals, including the public, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from complex documents such as laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and reports.
• Ability to engage with the public, handle inquiries, resolve conflicts, and build positive relationships with a diverse population.
• Ability to explain complex or technical information in a clear, understandable manner.
• Ability to listen actively and accurately understand verbal instructions or concerns.

Ability to perform mathematical calculations.

This section outlines the cognitive skills required to perform the job effectively. This includes the ability to apply logic, make decisions, solve problems, and understand complex information.

• Ability to identify and define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to make decisions that are sound, well-informed, and timely, even in stressful situations.
• Ability to analyze situations, consider various perspectives, anticipate potential issues, and make recommendations or decisions based on logical reasoning.
• Ability to interpret complex information, recognize patterns, and understand the implications of actions or decisions.
• Ability to think conceptually and understand the relationships between ideas that are not immediately obvious.

The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description 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 or as otherwise required by law. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee's supervisor.

Physical Requirements

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, using hands to handle, feel, and perform fine motor skills and repetitive motions, and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms overhead or below the waist.
• Sufficient vision to perform tasks such as reading documents, operating vehicles, or working with detailed data.
• Ability to communicate and exchange information effectively with others, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

• Work is performed at county buildings and outside.
• Exposures include working in dangerous environments around moving mechanical parts.
• Worker is exposed to seasonal extreme outside weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience Requirements Facilities Technician I:

• One (1) year of experience with building mechanical systems, operations, maintenance, and repair; OR
• An associates degree or technical degree in facilities maintenance, mechanical operations, construction trades or closely related field; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Expected Pay Range: $22.96 - $25.98/hour