Maintenance Technician

Pierce County Library•Tacoma, WA

3d•$27 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician performs skilled building and vehicle maintenance for the Pierce County Library System’s Facilities Management Department. The position repairs and maintains library facilities and vehicles, assists with maintenance records and the department’s parts inventory, and performs other assigned duties. The role helps ensure facilities, buildings, equipment, and vehicles are safe and properly maintained for employees and the public. It reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and has no supervisory responsibilities. The position is regular full-time, 40 hours per week, based at the Administrative Center. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with Saturday and Sunday off; the schedule may change. Evening and weekend work on a rotating schedule is required, and occasional after-hours or weekend overtime is voluntary. The work includes regular contact with the public and may take place in library settings. The work environment and physical demands include extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting; lifting up to 30–35 pounds and, with assistance, pushing or lifting 50–100 pounds may be needed.

Requirements

Valid state driver’s license.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of facilities maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills and supports successful job performance.
Pass a criminal background screening before hire.
Ability to work evenings and weekends on a rotating schedule and adapt to short-notice schedule changes.
Knowledge of building and vehicle maintenance principles and applicable regulations and standards.
Knowledge of equipment and tools used in vehicle and facilities maintenance.
Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting principles.
Knowledge of maintenance management systems and facilities maintenance records and documentation.
Ability to perform a variety of facilities maintenance functions and maintain library facilities and vehicles.
Ability to perform minor electrical, plumbing, drywall, roofing, carpentry, and painting work.
Ability to repair and maintain the library vehicle fleet and prepare accurate facilities maintenance records.
Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
Ability to navigate basic electronic record creation and storage, such as timecard/HRIS systems and network-drive storage.
Ability to use basic office equipment, including a PC, printer, phone, fax, mouse, and security alarm.
Basic keyboarding and alphanumeric data-entry skills.
Basic PC navigation in a Windows-based environment, including connecting and printing.
Ability to navigate, search, and use basic web functions and applications.
Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Specialized equipment or software skills sufficient to satisfactorily complete job responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

HVAC certification preferred.
Experience with an Integrated Library System, inventory system, or data management system.
Ability to successfully complete Basic MOS Certification or a course.
Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, customer-focused services.
Help ensure library facilities, buildings, equipment, and vehicles are safely and properly maintained for employees and the public.
Perform skilled building maintenance and identify and diagnose maintenance issues.
Repair or replace minor plumbing, electrical, lighting, flooring, wall, ceiling, and painting items, including interior and exterior painting.
Assemble and remodel office furniture systems and workspaces, including desks, shelving, built-in cabinets, and related fixtures.
Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs on library vehicles.
Assist with maintaining the department’s parts inventory.
Enter data into the departmental Automated Maintenance Management System.
Prepare and maintain facilities maintenance records and documentation.
Maintain punctuality and regular, consistent attendance.
Bring public-interest concerns regarding waste, inefficiency, corruption, discrimination, or safety to Library Management’s attention.
Accurately communicate library policies to members of the public in job-related contacts.
Positively reflect the Library’s mission, vision, and values to the public and staff.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Basic life insurance
Vacation
Sick leave
Long-term disability
State Retirement System
Opportunity to participate in the Tax Sheltered Annuity Program and Deferred Compensation Program
Additional life insurance for the employee and family available through payroll deduction
Employee Assistance Program