Facilities Technician

Franklin County • Franklin County Courthouse Campus - Pasco WA, WA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Maintenance Tech performs a wide variety of building maintenance and repair tasks for Franklin County under general supervision. The role may involve learning and participating in maintenance activities across a variety of skills and trades, using internal policies and procedures, instructions for tools and equipment, and applicable safety, environmental health, trade, and professional regulations. Duties may include work in the corrections center and janitorial work inside and outside County-owned properties. The employee is expected to pursue continuing development of job-related skills and knowledge. The position requires routine local travel to satellite facilities and on-call availability for occasional work at night, on weekends, or holidays as operational needs require. Employment is contingent on a background check and eligibility for coverage by the County’s liability insurance carrier.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Specialized training in building and grounds maintenance and carpentry or construction.
• Two years of experience in building maintenance, custodial work, skilled trades, or facilities maintenance; alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Proficient knowledge of relevant County and department policies and procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local rules, laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances.
• Proficient knowledge of practices, procedures, techniques, terminology, tools, and technology relevant to the assigned work.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, including analyzing information, identifying alternatives, interpreting compliance documentation, projecting consequences, and implementing recommendations.
• Time management and organizational skills to manage varied tasks and changing assignments.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment used for the position’s essential functions.
• Basic data entry and typing skills, and basic skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet research; ability to learn the County-wide enterprise resource planning software.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical information, policies, requirements, and procedures in language understood by coworkers and the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain courteous, tactful, and discreet working relationships with coworkers, other agencies, vendors, public officials, and the public.
• Ability to work independently, organize and prioritize changing assignments, meet deadlines, communicate progress and changes, and remain calm in emergencies.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including handling tools and equipment, climbing, pushing, pulling, balancing, working in confined spaces, and carrying or transporting loads.
• Possess or obtain within six months of hire and maintain current Pesticide Operator License, Prison Rape Elimination Act training, Bloodborne Pathogens training, and First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
• Valid driver’s license if driving a vehicle for County business.
• Pass a background check and be eligible for coverage by the County’s liability insurance carrier.

Responsibilities

• Perform building maintenance and repair tasks, including responding to sensitive or complex issues and providing relief or backup duties as needed.
• Perform janitorial duties inside and outside County-owned properties.
• Perform work in the corrections center according to department and County practices.
• Pursue self-development and continuing skills and knowledge development through workshops, publications, and professional networks.
• Travel routinely within the local community to perform duties at satellite facilities.
• Be on call and work occasionally at night, on weekends, and holidays as needed for maintenance, repairs, or upgrades related to seasonal demands, construction projects, special events, or emergencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences, meet peak workloads, or balance the workload.

What This Job Offers

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