Facility Maintenance Specialist

City of Petersburg•Va 23803, VA

About The Position

The Facility Maintenance Specialist provides maintenance and repair of buildings, including electrical equipment and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The role works under general supervision and independently develops work methods and sequences. The position performs skilled and semi-skilled facilities maintenance, preventive maintenance, and repairs, including plumbing, electrical work, HVAC, carpentry, and mechanical repairs. It also handles general facilities and grounds projects, responds to maintenance emergencies, evaluates repair complaints at City facilities, and takes appropriate corrective action. The specialist may assume the supervisor’s duties in their absence and performs related work as assigned.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED equivalent.
Four years of experience in skilled building trades.
Valid Virginia Driver’s License.
Additional specific technical training and certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

Coordinate installation, maintenance, and repair of building systems and equipment, including plumbing, electrical work, and HVAC.
Perform skilled and semi-skilled facilities maintenance, preventive maintenance, and repairs, including carpentry and mechanical repairs.
Complete general facilities projects such as changing bulbs, installing water closets and hot water heaters, replacing water lines, and unclogging drain lines.
Plan and complete building and grounds maintenance assignments.
Use a sump pump to remove water from buildings.
Work on assigned projects and make appropriate decisions based on work experience.
Resolve problems and exchange information about maintenance and repair status.
Receive, review, and evaluate complaints regarding repair and maintenance services in City facilities; determine and initiate appropriate corrective action.
Assume the supervisor’s duties in their absence.
Respond to maintenance emergencies.
Perform related work as assigned.