Building Maintenance Worker

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community • Scottsdale, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision from a Building Maintenance Supervisor, the Building Maintenance Worker performs cleaning, maintenance, and minor repair activities in tribally owned buildings in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. This position is classified as FLSA non-exempt and is considered a driving position. The tasks listed are illustrative and may vary by position.

The worker completes maintenance and repair tasks, remodels buildings, installs and repairs heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing systems, tracks work requests using work order software, and helps maintain safe, clean job sites. The role may also oversee maintenance subcontractors working within the Community and perform other related duties as assigned.

Applicants are subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, fingerprinting, and background checks. Employees providing services to a campus with children are also subject to the Community Code of Ordinances provisions concerning people working with children, random drug testing, and background checks every five years. A valid Arizona driver’s license must be maintained. Preference is given in the stated order to qualified Community Member Veterans, Community Members, spouses of Community Members, qualified Native Americans, and other qualified candidates, with documentation required by the position closing date.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED equivalent, plus experience equivalent to two years of full-time building maintenance or repair work; alternatively, a post-high-school program in Building Maintenance or a construction trade may substitute for one year of required experience.
• Enrolled Community members without a GED must participate in the HR GED Program and successfully complete the Arizona state-certified exam to continue employment with SRPMIC.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver’s License.
• Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and fingerprint and background checks.
• Knowledge of building maintenance and repair procedures, basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical systems, heating and cooling systems, and related hazards and safety precautions.
• Skill in basic building maintenance, repair and remodeling; installing, maintaining, and repairing heating and cooling systems, electrical circuits, and plumbing fixtures; following oral and written instructions; and establishing effective working relationships with staff and the public.
• Ability to use work order software and read and use blueprints, layouts, or visual aids.
• Ability to move heavy objects weighing 20–50 pounds or more over distances greater than 20 feet; bend or stoop repeatedly or continually; work in cramped spaces and dusty or extreme weather conditions; reach high work areas using ladders, steps, or scaffolding; work outdoors with exposure to the elements; and lift arms above shoulder level.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a post-high-school program in Building Maintenance or a construction trade may substitute for one year of required experience.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience that enables the candidate to satisfactorily perform the duties may be considered.
• Underfill consideration may be available to an enrolled Community Member who closely qualifies under SRPMIC Policy 2-19.
• Preference is given to qualified Community Member Veterans, Community Members, spouses of Community Members, and qualified Native Americans, in that order before other qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Perform building maintenance and repair, including changing light bulbs, painting, basic carpentry, installing or repairing plumbing and electrical fixtures, and clearing clogged drains and sewer lines.
• Track and maintain work requests using work order software as needed.
• Remodel buildings by removing paint or paneling, removing non-load-bearing walls, constructing walls to plans or sketches, installing and finishing sheetrock, and hauling project trash to a landfill.
• Install or repair heating and cooling systems in new facilities and replace non-working systems in existing facilities.
• Run electrical wiring to provide new circuits or replace inadequate circuits.
• Keep work areas clean and free of tools, parts, and equipment before leaving job sites.
• Oversee maintenance subcontractors working within the SRPMIC Community as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to enhance and facilitate program operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED