Maintenance Repair Worker

TARGET CLOSE DATE: 08/28/2026

PAY GRADE:

Grade 16

TYPE:

Full time

JOB SUMMARY:

Maintenance Repair Workers perform a variety of specialized tasks in operating, maintaining, and repairing equipment common within buildings such as temperature control machinery, plumbing fixtures, and light fixtures. Maintenance Repair Workers commonly use tools such as wrenches, screw drivers, ladders, and multimeters to complete their daily tasks. Work assignments are received through work orders, meetings, blueprints, and verbal instruction. Maintenance Repair Workers sometimes assist Plumbers, Electricians, and Refrigeration/HVAC Technicians regarding building maintenance. The employee keeps the supervisor informed on the progress of assigned tasks.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more.

Applications for this position will be considered for the following Merit System employing agencies. The pay range for this job varies depending upon the Merit System employing agency.

Birmingham $17.85 - $27.69
Health Department $21.23 - $32.93
Homewood $20.62 - $31.98
Irondale $21.19 - $32.87
Jefferson County $19.83 - $30.76
Vestavia Hills $20.74 - $32.18

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position:

• Driver's license.

• Experience in routine preventive maintenance in at least two (2) of the following areas: refrigeration/HVAC, electrical, or plumbing.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

• Assists skilled trade workers with the completion of major skilled tasks by providing information about the repair, facility and problem, as well as helping with the repair process in order to accomplish the completion of the project or repair in a timely and cost-effective manner.

• Coordinates the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment and appliances in order to maintain a safe and secure environment for employees and the public within the facility.

• Manages the availability of necessary equipment and supplies needed for frequent repairs and maintenance so work orders can be addressed and the necessary repair or project can be accomplished correctly and on time.

• Performs general building upkeep by identifying possible unsafe conditions and ensuring that the that need the needed repair be addressed to be resolved to maintain a safe and secure facility for the employees and public.

• Performs general maintenance functions and minor repairs at the facility and grounds using a variety of hand tools in order to repair or replace worn or broken objects, such as handrails, doors, floors and concrete to maintain the appearance and safety of the facility.

• Maintains and monitors the performance of heating, ventilation, air conditioning equipment, and refrigeration equipment by performing minor repairs and planned preventative maintenance to ensure the equipment is operational and producing a comfortable working environment throughout the facility.

• Manages the maintenance, building and inspection of furniture and other facility items so that they can be safely and properly used by those at the facility and to enhance the appearance of the building.

• Receives and processes maintenance requests from facility occupants by way of email, phone, written request or other means and acts on the request by taking ownership of the request or delegating to the appropriate party for completion so that the occupants and visitors have a safe and comfortable environment.

• Manages the installation, repair, maintenance and the proper functioning of plumbing and water fixtures, such as faucets, toilets and sinks, using hand tools and plumbing equipment in order to ensure that the facility is safe, sanitary and useable for employees and the public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job involves moderate physical exertion required for occasional prolonged periods of standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, balancing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Work may involve occasional lifting of items or objects weighing up to 75 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed within employer-owned facilities such as offices, workshops, warehouses, or stations. Work involves use of various hand tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, and multimeters. Work requires regular exposure to live electrical circuits and hot water pipes.

EEO STATEMENT:

The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operates its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.

ACCOMMODATION:

To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at View email address on aiapply.co or phone at View phone number on aiapply.co (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process.

NOTE:

This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply.

DISCLAIMER:

This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required for this position and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.