Detention Center Maintenance Technician III
About The Position
Buncombe County Government’s General Services Department is seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician III to work at the Detention Center. This mid-level position performs specialized technical, repair, and maintenance work in county buildings and properties and supervises a work crew. The technician provides direction and leadership to three maintenance technicians responsible for maintaining and supporting the facility’s operations, safety, and functionality. The role involves varied hands-on maintenance work and requires adapting to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. It is an essential position that participates in an on-call rotation and supports the critical operations of the Detention Center.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and at least four years of progressively increasing experience in one or more maintenance trades, plus completion of safety training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
- Knowledge of county policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of operating and safety standards for machinery, power tools, hand tools, and heavy equipment used in assigned duties.
- Ability to perform skilled carpentry, including construction, repair, or alteration of floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, screens, and other structures.
- Ability to hang sheetrock and sand, paint, or stain walls, woodwork, cabinets, tables, and other wooden articles.
- Ability to replace faulty electrical switches, sockets, plugs, fuses, insulators, and other system parts.
- Ability to install water and sanitary fixtures and equipment; identify plumbing defects or malfunctions; repair leaks; replace faulty fittings or pipe sections; and install replacement fixtures.
- Ability to move or relocate furniture, fixtures, and other heavy items.
- Ability to deal with people tactfully and effectively and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain records on repairs, purchase orders, and work orders.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills, and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
Responsibilities
- Perform skilled maintenance and repair work in one or more trades, including carpentry, plumbing, masonry, painting, welding, and electrical work.
- Provide direction and leadership to a crew of three maintenance technicians.
- Maintain related paperwork, including work orders, repair records, and purchase orders.
- Purchase needed materials, obtain items from qualified vendors, or seek bids or price quotes according to established policies and procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Participate in an on-call rotation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
