Facilities Utility Worker 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY

The Utility Worker will be able to perform all basic maintenance skills that do not require certification. He/She will also perform Housekeeping duties, all indoor and outdoor upkeep and general maintenance of all Tribal Buildings, grounds and parking areas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To be punctual when reporting for duty as scheduled by your supervisor.
• To follow all rules, regulations, and policies of the Grand Traverse Band.
• Must adhere to the confidentiality of each department where maintenance service is being performed.
• Inventory and order supplies or equipment to be used in the performance of duties.
• Must be able to perform all duties required of Housekeepers, which will include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and emptying of wastebaskets, for all offices, bathrooms and break room areas.
• Shoveling of roofs of all Tribal Government buildings during the winter season.
• Must be able to change light bulbs inside and outside.
• Will clean or check light fixtures routinely.
• Under required supervision must be willing to perform basic electrical duties such as changing outlets, switches and changing ballasts.
• Under required supervision must be willing to perform basic plumbing such as toilet repair or replacement, running water or sewer lines.
• Under required supervision must be willing to perform basic carpentry skills such as hanging a door, repairing or replacing roofing, repairing or replacing drywall, repairing or replacing soffit or fascia.
• Under required supervision must be willing to learn basic HVAC such as replacing thermocouples or igniters in furnaces.
• Basic maintenance skills such as installing door hardware, hanging blinds, assembling furniture.
• Basic mechanical maintenance (both building mechanical systems and small engine) such as greasing gear, bushings and bearings, charging filters, switches and sparkplugs.
• Will be assigned daily projects or special assignments to be performed according to priority, availability of staff and availability to equipment and supplies. All assignments or projects will have a timeline for completion.
• Must be adept in the safe handling of all power tools.
• Move and set up furniture.
• Basic Lawn & Landscaping maintenance such as weed pulling, mowing lawns, planting flowers, week whacking, hedge trimming, etc.
• Shoveling snow and operating snow blowers.
• Raking leaves and operating riding lawn mowers and commercial lawn mowers.
• Assist with maintaining supplies and organization of supply area.
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor that are appropriate for the position.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• The Utility Worker must be willing to provide assistance to other maintenance staff as needed or requested.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with co-workers and supervisor.
• Must follow OSHA rules and regulations.
• Must be able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must have good work habits, i.e. punctuality and low absenteeism.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
• Experience in commercial building maintenance preferred.
• Carpentry, plumbing and electrical repair experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and safety equipment recommended for use during the course of duty.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

• Valid, unrestricted driver's license is preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

EQUIPMENT TO BE USED

• Floor care products and floor care equipment.
• Shop vacuums
• Window cleaning equipment
• Painting equipment
• Shovels and gardening tools
• Pruning tools
• Lawn mowers and commercial lawn mowers
• Weed whackers
• Snow removal equipment
• Pneumatic tools such as nailers, drills and grinders.
• Kubota Tractor front bucket and backhoe
• Forklift and brush hog
• Various hand tools

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Balance, dexterity and motor skills are essential to this position, climb ladders, etc. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Shovel and remove show in winter weather, plant flowers, pruning and trimming trees and shrubbery in summer months.
• Must be agile and flexible enough to work in a confined area or space

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to perform routine or preventive maintenance duties in all seasons of the year indoors or outdoors.
• Must be able to move from location to location as work assignments may be changed or prioritized by supervisor.
• Must be willing to work with other Technician levels or Housekeepers as part of a team approach to accomplish all tasks in a timely and efficient manner.