Facilities Maintenance Specialist (BD-47066)

CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE COLVILLE RESERVATION•Coulee City, WA

1d•$21 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Provides service to Tribal building and low-income elders and handicapped clients by performing a variety of journeyman skill trades work in building, mechanical, basic electrical, plumbing, construction, repair and maintenance of reservation buildings, homes, and equipment.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or GED and three years’ experience performing functions in one of the following areas: carpentry, electrical/mechanical repair, plumbing, or similar trade field; OR trade school degree in one of the trade areas listed and 12 months’ experience.
Requires ability to obtain a Forklift Operator’s license and a Safety/First Aid card within ninety (90) days of employment and maintain throughout employment.
Requires a valid driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ vehicle insurance.
Requires knowledge and understanding of material estimating and of Uniform Building Code requirements.
Requires knowledge and understanding of basic maintenance, repair and troubleshooting techniques for single phase circuits.
Requires knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with building maintenance and repair.
Requires skills in the use of equipment and vehicles associated with building maintenance and repair.
Requires ability to read and interpret blue prints, determines proper work methods and procedures, and applies trade knowledge.
Requires ability to follow oral and written instructions, to work independently, to communicate effectively, and to write clearly and concisely.
Must be able to work outdoors engaged in work of primarily an active nature.
Requires the ability to maintain cardiovascular fitness to engage in active physical labor.
Requires ambulatory ability to sit, walk to campus locations, and operate vehicles and equipment.
Requires the ability to lift, carry and move medium to heavy weight materials up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis; up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis.
Requires the ability to sit and/or stand for long periods at a time.
Requires the ability to squat, bend, kneel, crawl, push and pull.
Requires visual acuity to read printed materials and computer screens, to drive a vehicle, and to observe work processes.
Requires the ability to use hearing for ordinary and telephonic conversation, to provide staff training sessions, and to hear sound prompts from equipment.
Requires sufficient hand-eye coordination, arm hand dexterity and visual acuity including depth perception to drive delivery vehicle and read numbers and words.
Must submit to and successfully clear an extensive criminal background inquiry (Tribal, State and financial) and maintain clearance throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Tribal Member and Indian Preference will apply; preference will also be given to honorably discharged veterans who are minimally qualified.

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of journeyman skill trades work in building, mechanical, basic electrical, plumbing, construction, repair and maintenance of reservation buildings, homes, and equipment.
Constructs, repairs, and renovates floors, roofs, partitions, doors, windows, and furniture.
Constructs kitchen and bathroom cabinets.
Installs vinyl and carpet floor coverings.
Researches, plans, estimates, and inspects projects before, during, and after for uniformity with project goals, plans, specifications, and manufacturer specifications.
Works under deadlines and with disgruntled homeowners.
Works with the general public, other tribal programs, co-workers, and vendors.
Operates heavy equipment on public roads.
Willing to improve journeyman skill knowledge by attending training classes and independent study to keep up current trade knowledge.