Building Maintenance Specialist

City of Thornton • Thornton, CO

362d

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled building construction and maintenance duties relating to the renovation, upkeep and operation of City buildings. This position involves evaluating work projects, estimating time, materials, equipment, and staff needed, as well as assisting in identifying and retaining outside contractors to perform skilled trades tasks. The role includes a variety of repair and construction tasks, such as repairing plumbing, maintaining electrical systems, and renovating building interiors and exteriors. The employee may also exercise supervisory authority in the absence of a supervisor and may be required to work overtime.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; two years of building maintenance experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License with a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled building construction and maintenance duties relating to the renovation, upkeep and operation of City buildings and facilities.
• Evaluates work projects, estimating time, materials, equipment, and staff needed.
• Assists in identifying and retaining outside contractors to perform skilled trades tasks; prepares time lines and specifications; coordinates, monitors, and reviews contractors' work.
• Repairs and constructs walls and partitions; installs, replaces, and repairs doors; paints or stains cabinets, woodwork, fixtures and equipment.
• Installs ceilings and carpets; repairs roofs.
• Repairs plumbing, replacing broken fixtures, fixing leaks, and cleaning stopped drains.
• Assists in renovating, remodeling, and repairing building interiors and exteriors.
• Inspects, maintains and replaces fire alarm systems; inspects, maintains and repairs lights, fixtures, wiring, breaker boxes, and electrical switches.
• Responds to on-site inquiries from the public and responds to building maintenance concerns or complaints.
• May exercise supervisory authority in absence of supervisor.
• May inspect heating and air-conditioning systems for proper functions and perform routine and preventive maintenance.
• May repair, replace, or maintain elements of swimming pool heating and filtration systems.
• May provide functional supervision to seasonal or contract labor.
• May be required to work overtime.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED