Maintenance Worker III

Dauphin County•Harrisburg, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Dauphin County Facility Maintenance is hiring a full-time Maintenance Worker III to perform general maintenance duties and major repairs and to provide safety and security within assigned County buildings and grounds. The employee performs maintenance and minor repairs on buildings, furniture, vehicles, equipment, and department tools; assists with HVAC and mechanical contractor work; and maintains indoor and outdoor County properties. The position receives frequent instruction and minimum supervision from the Director of Facility Maintenance or the Director’s designee. It has no supervisory responsibilities. Work takes place in varied indoor and outdoor settings, including exposure to changing temperatures, noise, dust, and outdoor elements. The employee may travel occasionally for County assignments and is subject to periodic call-in work. Physical duties include standing, walking, crawling, climbing, bending, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, grasping, and driving. The role involves frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds, occasional lifting of heavier objects, and climbing ladders and scaffolding.

Requirements

High school graduation or an accredited equivalency program.
Some technical training in electricity or plumbing.
Two to four years of work experience in a maintenance or custodial environment.
Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and willingness to travel for assignments as needed.
Valid Pennsylvania CDL if assigned to operate heavy equipment.
Knowledge of methods, tools, and practices used in general maintenance and repair.
Ability to detect equipment defects and make appropriate adjustments.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions, and skill in caring for and using tools and equipment.
Ability to use County vehicles and equipment such as a snow blower, tractor, hand tools, and drill press.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and speak and understand English well enough to perform essential duties.
Ability to work independently, remain flexible, and work effectively with clients, coworkers, and others.
Ability to perform the physical duties of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing ladders and scaffolding.

Responsibilities

Prepare job setups, assign tasks, and establish target completion dates.
Perform maintenance and minor repairs on buildings, furniture, vehicles, and equipment.
Stock department supplies using price comparisons.
Check boilers, gauges, and other equipment for proper operation; make minor adjustments and change heating and air-conditioning filters.
Maintain and repair department equipment and change light bulbs as needed.
Cut grass using a mower or riding tractor; shovel snow from walks and driveways and sweep sidewalks.
Paint buildings, fixtures, and other objects as required.
Use hand and power tools to perform minor repairs and perform assigned carpentry work.
Landscape grounds and assist mechanical contractors.
Work on HVAC equipment.
Provide safety and security within assigned County buildings and grounds.
Assist with setup and cleanup for special events and run errands as needed.
Perform other assigned or job-related duties.