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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFacilities Maintenance Capital Projects Technician 2020JEFFERSON COUNTY Job Description Job Title: Facilities Maintenance/Capital Projects Technician Department: Central Services Reports To: Facilities Maintenance/Capital Projects Supervisor FLSA Exempt: No HIPAA: Level 3 BBP: Potential Exposure Union: Teamsters Salary Grade: CSFM Approved By: Human Resources Manager Approval Date: November 2020 SUMMARY: Performs the repair and maintenance duties for all County buildings, facilities, and related equipment, including performing plumbing, HVAC and electrical activities. Participates in County facilities program and budget planning and manages assigned construction projects. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Performs a variety of repair and maintenance duties requiring knowledge of various trade skills including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, plastering, refrigeration maintenance, etc. in order to adequately maintain County facilities. Participates in short and long range planning for major facilities elements (HVAC, roof replacements, etc.) with Facilities Maintenance/Capital Projects Supervisor. Repairs and maintains mechanical equipment including air compressors, fans, doors and other equipment located throughout County buildings and/or facilities. Removes, replaces, and installs all types of plumbing fixtures such as water closets, sinks, drinking fountains, showers, kitchens and other equipment. Repairs all types of commercial equipment. Reads and interprets plans, blueprints and sketches. Lays out and/or plans and constructs, piping assemblies with respect to walls, structures and other obstructions. Coordinates maintenance activities including scheduling and executing planned maintenance at County facilities and parks. Plans and manages assigned facilities and capital improvement projects, develops project budgets, schedules and alternatives. Administers budgets and schedules, and takes responsibility for project results. Manages the bidding and award phase for assigned construction projects of various sizes. Jefferson County Job Description: Central Service - Facilities Maintenance/Capital Projects Technician Page 2 of 5 Performs construction inspection tasks for a variety of project types. Functions as the owner’s on- site representative for construction and maintenance projects. Maintains records of inspection and other documentation. Performs project management tasks for projects under construction. Coordinates communication between owner and contractor. Negotiates changes in the contract. Manages or monitors construction schedule, costs and budget. Performs project close out tasks. Helps to develop standards for County facilities and park maintenance. Orders materials and supplies as required. Stay’s abreast of current trends, issues, practices, etc. in the facilities and park maintenance field, including development of new equipment and practices that improve economy of the facility and park operation or maintenance. Accountable for specific project steps in a team-based environment. Provides technical guidance and/or training to specifically assigned positions, which may include Custodian, Parks Maintenance Workers, part-time Maintenance employees. Schedules and manages annual service work. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position has no supervisory responsibilities. This position may oversee Clerk Hire positions. COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate competency in the following: Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Project Management - Develops project plans; coordinates projects; develops project budget and schedule. Completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to other’s ideas and tries new things. Jefferson County Job Description: Central Service - Facilities Maintenance/Capital Projects Technician Page 3 of 5 Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others. Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; conserves organizational resources. Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization’s goals and value. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets other’s attention. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Associates Degree (AA) in building construction management or related field and four (4) years experience in facilities maintenance or related field. OR High school diploma or general education degree GED and six (6) years experience in facilities maintenance or related field OR An equivalent combination of education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute and use rates, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations; ability to prepare and interpret graphs. REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Jefferson County Job Description: Central Service - Facilities Maintenance/Capital Projects Technician Page 4 of 5 COMPUTER SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of drafting software, database software; internet software; spreadsheet software and word- processing software. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid Washington State Driver’s license. First Aid/CPR certification OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Ability to successfully complete annual training in handling blood borne pathogens. Knowledge of the Jefferson County Exposure Control Plan. Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently with frequent interruptions. Skill in the use of hand and power tools and their maintenance. Knowledge of facilities electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems, custodial functions, and carpentry. Must have proven ability to troubleshoot a variety of problems in building systems. Maintains a high standard for accuracy, completeness, and efficiency in carrying out work assignments. Ability to quickly grasp new techniques, deal with rapid changes in events, remain calm in stressful situations, and relate to various personality styles in a calm professional manner. Ability to be independent and self motivated to complete required deadlines while simultaneously completing other tasks. Ability to communicate and work effectively with the public, peers, and supervisors. Ability to successfully complete various required training classes and obtain certificates necessary for functional skills performance, maintenance, and improvement. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, Jefferson County Job Description: Central Service - Facilities Maintenance/Capital Projects Technician Page 5 of 5 kneel, crouch, or crawl. Visual abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires working near or with heavy or light mechanical equipment; on all types of ladders including step stools, step ladder up to 20’ and extension ladders to 24’ or other high precarious places; in very small, tight, confined spaces; and outdoors in all weather conditions. Requires working in situations where there is possible exposure to fumes, airborne particles, high noise levels, toxic/caustic chemicals, extreme heat, extreme cold, vibration, high humidity, electrical shock or wet conditions. Will work around blood borne pathogen containers as well as other biological contaminants. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.