Maintenance Technician- Temporary

Pierce County Library • Tacoma, WA

2d • $27 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Pierce County Library Systems is hiring a temporary, full-time Maintenance Technician for a minimum of 90 days, with the possibility of extension. The position is 40 hours per week at the Administrative Center and reports to the Maintenance Supervisor. The schedule is generally Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with weekends off; the schedule is subject to change. The role is hourly and non-exempt.

The Maintenance Technician helps ensure Library facilities, buildings, equipment, and vehicles are safe and properly maintained for staff and the public. The position performs a range of skilled maintenance tasks, diagnoses issues, completes minor repairs, maintains vehicles and parts inventory, and updates maintenance records and systems. The employee is expected to provide customer-focused service, communicate Library policies accurately, and reflect the Library’s mission, vision, and values.

The work takes place in office and library settings and includes public contact. It involves extended periods of sitting and standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting or pushing materials and equipment. Occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds is expected; lifting or pushing 50–100 pounds may be required with assistance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of facilities maintenance experience, or a combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills and allows successful job performance.
• Pass a criminal background screening before hire.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends on a rotating schedule and adapt to schedule changes on short notice.
• Knowledge of building and vehicle maintenance principles and applicable regulations and standards.
• Knowledge of equipment and tools used for 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 varied facilities maintenance functions and ensure facilities and vehicles are properly maintained.
• Ability to perform minor electrical, plumbing, drywall, roofing, carpentry, and painting work.
• Ability to repair and maintain the Library’s vehicle fleet and prepare accurate 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 drives.
• Ability to use basic office equipment, perform basic keyboard and alphanumeric data entry, navigate a Windows-based PC, connect and print, and use basic web functions and applications.
• Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Specialized equipment or software skills sufficient to complete job responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide 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 interior or exterior painting components.
• 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 matters of public concern regarding waste, inefficiency, corruption, discrimination, and safety to Library Management’s attention.
• Communicate Library policies accurately to members of the public in job-related contacts.
• Reflect Pierce County Library’s mission, vision, and values positively to the public and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and 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 employee and family life insurance available through payroll deduction.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED