Dodge County offers a generous benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – available for use after 30 days of employment
• 10 observed paid holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – with employer contributions - HRA
• Life insurance, Long-term disability and Flex spending
• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of rough carpentry, finish carpentry, metal fabrication (welding), electrical wiring, plumbing, and heating/cooling systems.
• Knowledge of the methods, techniques, and practices in the operation, repair, and maintenance of buildings, facilities and equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, electronics, pneumatics, and digital controls.
• Knowledge of Fire Detection systems, Hood Suppression Systems, Sprinkler Systems.
• Knowledge of Security Electronics, and Security Locks.
• Knowledge of kitchen and laundry equipment.
• Ability to weld stainless other metals and solder copper pipes.
• Knowledge of computer technology relating to building systems.
• Knowledge of safe operation and maintenance of tools, equipment, and facility systems.
• Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, pneumatic, and electronic control systems, air flow measurement, air and hydronic balancing, indoor air quality and thermal comfort guidelines, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and applicable building codes.
• Ability to read and interpret HVAC drawings, control schematics, blueprints, electrical code specifications, and diagrams for installation and repair of building control systems and HVAC equipment.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory, building, and trades guidelines and codes.
• Knowledge of the operation, care, and repair of maintenance equipment and tools.
• Working knowledge of occupational hazards (OSHA) and safe work practices including Safety Data Sheets.
• Knowledge of the policies and procedures of the County.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
• Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations including Detention Standards.
• Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits requiring minimal direction and supervision.
• Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
• Knowledge of computer software including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications consistent for this position.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems, and interpreting policies and regulations.
• Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports, and conversations, within the provision of open records laws.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel, and repetitive motions walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms.
• Work has standard vision requirements.
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.
• Work is frequently performed in a noisy environment, around mechanical equipment, and toxic chemicals.
• Work will include outdoors in seasonal weather extremes.
• Work will occur in business office settings, health care settings, and secured detention areas.
• Exposures could include chemicals, seasonal temperature extremes, bodily fluids, infectious diseases and hazardous waste.

Experience

• 6 year(s): Work experience with building mechanicals, operations and repair; or an equivalent combination of education, skills, knowledge and abilities may be substituted for above listed requirements.
• Associates degree or Technical degree in facilities maintenance, mechanical operations, construction trades or closely related field.
• Must successfully pass caregiver and criminal background checks.

Education

• Associates or better