Building Maintenance Tech I or II

City of Homer Alaska•Kachemak City, AK

6d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves performing building maintenance for City-owned and operated facilities. The Building Maintenance Tech I is an entry-level position assisting with repairs and preventative maintenance, while the Building Maintenance Tech II is a journey-level position capable of leading projects and performing more complex tasks. Both roles require working knowledge of various building systems and tools, with the Tech II requiring expert knowledge in specific areas and the ability to work independently.

Requirements

Three years' experience cleaning, maintaining and/or constructing buildings and/or facilities (Tech I).
Five years of field experience in building/facility maintenance (Tech II).
Working knowledge of hand and power tools.
Valid Driver's License.
High school diploma or GED required.
College or vocational courses appropriate to the position.
Ability to maintain a working relationship with others.
Expert knowledge of hand and power tools (Tech II).
Journey level knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and line/low voltage electrical systems (Tech II).
Journey level knowledge of building locking and security systems (Tech II).
Journey level knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices, including Lock Out/Tag Out (Tech II).
Working knowledge of computer skills (Tech II).
Working knowledge of reading building plans, including as-builts (Tech II).
Working knowledge of using diagnostic and specialty tools such as electric test multi-meter, infrared temperature gun, exhaust gas analyzer, backflow tester, ground tester, laser level transit, borescope, fish tape, plumbers' snake (Tech II).
Ability to work from ladders and working platforms at heights (Tech II).
Years of certified training as an electrician, plumber, HVAC technician, carpenter, boiler technician or building system control technician may be substituted for up to three years of field experience (Tech II).

Nice To Haves

Ability to obtain a CDL within one year of employment is preferred (Tech II).
Ability to operate heavy equipment is preferred (Tech II).

Responsibilities

Perform repairs and preventative maintenance tasks on City buildings, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.
Operate a variety of hand and power tools, including diagnostic equipment.
Monitor the status of fire extinguishers.
Assist in the collection of commercial hazardous wastes.
Fill in for Building Custodians as needed.
Serve as Flagger as needed.
Survey building, mechanical and electrical systems to ensure they are consistent with health and safety standards (Tech II).
Perform commissioning, operations, preventative maintenance and repairs of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems (Tech II).
Inspect and perform repairs on alarm and other low voltage systems (Tech II).
Perform carpentry repairs, including drywall and painting (Tech II).
Undertake activities of pest control such as spraying insecticide (Tech II).
Perform repairs on building exteriors, including gutters, roofs, grounds, sidewalks, etc. (Tech II).
Procure materials and supplies as needed (Tech II).
Assist in budget preparation and tracking (Tech II).
Operate heavy equipment as needs arise (Tech II).
Serve on the Department's Incident Management Team in the event of an emergency or drill (Tech II).
Be available for scheduled "on call" duty to respond to off-hour building problems (Tech II).
Perform other duties as directed by Public Works Director.