FACILITIES TECHNICIAN I

Thurston County•Olympia, WA

3d•$4,446 - $5,914•Hybrid

About The Position

Thurston County Central Services is recruiting for a Facilities Technician I to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative Facilities Services team. The successful candidate will perform a wide variety of skilled tasks related to the maintenance of county buildings and equipment. Areas of responsibility may include electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), generators, carpentry, building component systems, locksmithing, and other related work in the maintenance and repair of commercial buildings. This position is considered an essential worker and may be required to work during non-business hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs, such as coming in early and working on snow days, or staying at work during power outages.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED.
Two years of experience performing a wide variety of tasks in building maintenance operations.
Current Washington State Driver's License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation.
Must pass background security check.

Nice To Haves

Completion of vocational training program(s) in a building maintenance field is preferred.
Proficient in data entry and use of software including email, maintenance management information systems, and online timekeeping.
Strong customer service orientation and the ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Performing carpentry work for remodeling and installation of fixtures.
Reviewing and utilizing blueprints, sketches, and specifications.
Working with electrical circuitry to repair, troubleshoot, and install 120, 208, 277, and 480-volt circuits.
Performing routine battery testing and replacement for building automation computers, fire alarm panels, UPS systems, and generators.
Identifying facilities/equipment problems and recommending solutions.
Routine and preventive maintenance on building systems (HVAC, lighting, emergency systems, security, alarms, electrical, and electronic locking devices).
Maintaining detailed logs; entering data into maintenance management information system.
Assisting contractors and vendors as assigned; may oversee the work of volunteers, inmates, or other workers.
Selecting and purchasing supplies, recommending tools and equipment, and maintaining proper inventory control and accurate records.
May perform landscaping duties and repairs to irrigation systems.