Building & Facilities Maintenance Worker

Gilmer County Government•Ellijay, GA

2h•$18•Onsite

About The Position

The Building & Facilities Maintenance Worker will be responsible for performing skilled, semi-skilled, and manual work associated with maintenance of buildings, equipment, grounds, signs, and related facilities in the County and surrounding areas.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Six months experience and/or training involving general building maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, mechanical systems, general construction; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license along with a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
Individuals applying for the posted position must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Tasks require the regular and sustained performance of moderately to heavy physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that generally involves lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (50 - 100 pounds).
Must have a high level of integrity, attention to detail, punctual, and reliable.
Requires knowledge of building maintenance including construction, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, carpentry, and/or custodial maintenance; requires knowledge of established safety rules and departmental policies and procedures; requires knowledge of the purpose and safe operation of various tools and equipment used in building maintenance; requires skill in operating tools and equipment used in building maintenance projects; must be able to read gauges and testing instruments; must be able to interact tactfully and courteously with the general public; and must be able to work evenings and weekends on a scheduled and/or emergency basis.

Responsibilities

Performs general maintenance and repair work on buildings, equipment, grounds, and related facilities: performs skilled, semi-skilled, and manual work involving building maintenance, building construction, carpentry, painting, mechanical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, sign maintenance, custodial, mowing, trimming, edging, and/or other maintenance projects.
Ensures that operation, construction, and maintenance of buildings, equipment, and systems are in compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards: conducts maintenance inspections of buildings, equipment, grounds, and facilities to identify potential problems, unsafe conditions, and needed repairs; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
Performs various tasks involving maintenance of electrical systems: troubleshoots electrical problems; installs, relocates, or repairs lighting fixtures and switches; replaces motors, switches, timers, fuses, thermostats, bulbs, and ballasts; tests and replaces receptacles; installs and resets breakers; installs and tests electrical wires; pulls electrical wires and conduits; operates and tests emergency generators.
Performs various tasks involving maintenance of plumbing systems: troubleshoots plumbing problems; installs/repairs plumbing fixtures and components; clears water lines, drains, and toilets; repairs plumbing leaks; replaces seals, gaskets, and valves; replaces water filters.
Performs various tasks involving maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems: troubleshoots air conditioning or heating problems; checks temperature on HVAC units; utilizes computer system to monitor system operations; services/maintains HVAC systems; cleans fans and condenser coils; cleans/replaces filters; lubricates and replaces bearings; lubricates motors; adjusts and replaces belts.
Performs various tasks involving general building maintenance, carpentry, or construction projects: paints interior/exterior surfaces; cuts, solders, and/or welds metal pipes or parts; removes, repairs, and replaces floor/ceiling tile; cleans gutters; installs, adjusts, and repairs doors and hardware; replaces windows, doors, and glass panes; lubricates hardware; constructs or assembles tables, cabinets, shelving, or furniture.
Performs various general/manual tasks in general support of County projects: erects signs and flags; sets up tables, chairs, audio/visual systems, or other equipment for meetings/events; lifts/moves equipment, furniture, and heavy materials; loads, transports, and unloads equipment and materials.
Operates a variety of equipment, machinery and tools used in department projects and activities, which may include a motor vehicle, utility truck, air handler, chiller, boiler, air compressor, pressure washer, table saw, circular saw, band saw, jig saw, drill, drill press, router, sander, grinder, shovel, ladder, meters, testing instruments, measuring devices, carpentry tools, painting tools, plumbing tools, pneumatic tools, mechanic tools, or hand tools.
Determines amount of materials needed to complete projects and gathers equipment, tools, parts, and supplies; monitors inventory levels and initiates requests for new or replacement materials as required.
Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, time sheets, maintenance checklists, work orders, maintenance records, inventory records, or other documents.
Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, lists, work orders, maintenance checklists, invoices, receipts, blueprints, architectural drawings, diagrams, maps, material safety data sheets, policies, procedures, operational guides, catalogs, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
May operate a personal computer, general office equipment, or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
Decorate for Holidays or Special Events.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, vendors, the public, or other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
Performs other related duties as required.
May be required to work an occasional Saturday or Sunday as needed. Must be available to respond to emergency calls when needed.