Senior Maintenance Technician

City of Marietta, GA•Marietta, GA

6d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs skilled labor in the maintenance, repair, and construction of the City/BLW’s facilities. Work involves a wide range of skilled labor in the following areas: woodworking, welding, sheet metal, drywall, plumbing, electrical, and concrete work. Supervises Maintenance Technicians I and II as assigned or in the absence of the Manager, Skilled Trades and Building Maintenance. Designs, plans, and constructs new structures and fixtures, as assigned. Repairs and replaces City/BLW facilities as needed. Responsible for the following areas of construction, maintenance, and repair: Woodworking: Requires repair and construction of playground equipment, flooring, shelving, partitions, fencing, tables, benches, and cabinets. Concrete work: Requires building frames, job estimates, and finishing to specifications. Welding and sheet metal work: Requires ARC, wire feed, gas welding, and some soldering occasionally required. Sheet metal work to repair and fabricate various City/BLW properties (i.e., truck beds, trailers, gutters, fencing, etc.). Roofing: Install of shingles, roof decks, and roof metal. Repair work involves removal and replacement of decking, shingles, and gravel. Plumbing repair and replacement: Use of various types of materials such as copper, PVC, galvanized, and polybutylene piping. Drywall repair and replacement: Knowledge of mixing and finishing drywall. Painting: Uses of all types of paint for both indoor and outdoor applications. Electrical: Knowledge of electrical functions, wiring, and systems. Provides supervision and technical expertise to maintenance workers I and II as assigned. Interprets and explains blueprints and building plans to work crews. Organizes and arranges labor and materials to complete assigned projects. Recommends independent contractors when necessary. Provides supervision and inspections for quality control when contractors are hired. Delivers materials and heavy equipment to job sites as needed. Loads and unloads as needed. Assists the Manager, Skilled Trades and Building Maintenance in formulating the division budget.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of 7 years’ progressively responsible experience with building trades or 5 years’ experience and a certification from a vocational school.
Experience in woodworking and finish carpentry and all related tools.
Experience in welding (ARC, wire feed, and gas welding).
Experience in roofing and roof repair (shingle, gravel, and rubber and tar roof systems).
Skilled in sheet metal fabrication.
Ability to safely operate tractors, backhoes, dump trucks, and other related heavy equipment.
Familiarity with all types of painting applications.
Ability to set-up forms and pour all types of concrete finishes.
Experience in window & door repair and replacement.
Experience in swimming pool maintenance and repair.
Basic electrical and wiring knowledge.
Ability to create job designs and drawings.
Ability to read, organize, and plan work from job drawings or blueprints.
Knowledge and ability to interpret and comply with various applicable building codes.
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
Ability to supervise and organize work crews.
Skill and ability in applying shop mathematics.
Familiarity with the practices and procedures of building construction safety.
Must be in good physical condition with the ability to lift, pull or push moderate to heavy objects and walk or stand for extended periods of time.
Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions.
Ability to pass a physical examination and drug screen at time of hire.
Must have a valid Georgia CDL driver’s license.
Must have a satisfactory driving history including no DUI’s in the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

Performs skilled labor in the maintenance, repair, and construction of facilities.
Supervises Maintenance Technicians I and II as assigned or in the absence of the Manager.
Designs, plans, and constructs new structures and fixtures.
Repairs and replaces facilities.
Performs woodworking, concrete work, welding, sheet metal work, roofing, plumbing repair and replacement, drywall repair and replacement, painting, and electrical work.
Provides supervision and technical expertise to maintenance workers.
Interprets and explains blueprints and building plans.
Organizes and arranges labor and materials for projects.
Recommends independent contractors when necessary.
Provides supervision and inspections for quality control when contractors are hired.
Delivers materials and heavy equipment to job sites.
Assists in formulating the division budget.