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This position performs various duties related to the overall property maintenance at County Facilities with an emphasis on exterior grounds and upkeep/landscaping (Parks). Maintains all aspects of grounds- upkeep, landscaping, and grounds projects. Completes building maintenance as requested. May contact service contractors for service work. Position will also be responsible to maintain minimum inventories, opening of certain buildings each morning. This position reports to the Operations & Procurement Director through the Facilities Supervisor and does not supervise other County personnel.
Each duty listed below makes up at least 20% of the job, and all other functions are included in Other Duties as Assigned. All duties below are essential functions unless otherwise indicated.
FACILITIES OPERATIONS
Assist with Facility Building maintenance as requested.
Safely operate and maintain outdoor equipment: Toolcat, Bobcat, forklift, snowplow, snow blower, riding and push mowers, trimmers etc.
As required and as requested, may need to perform maintenance duties in the County’s Detention Center. Will maintain strict confidentiality regarding facilities, tools, projects and procedures and verifies the use and return of tools, supplies and equipment from project sites to ensure safety and security of the Detention Center.
Responsible for receiving and properly storing deliveries as requested. May also assist in the moving of furniture or equipment as requested.
Responsible to ensure equipment and tools are operating efficiently and safely.
Maintains, updates and catalogues MSDS, manufacturer manuals and new or altered drawings.
Research ideas to achieve cost savings through energy conservation, alternative work methods, safety and any other measurable recommendations. Teamwork and supporting County wide objectives are a key to playing an important role in the Facilities Department.
PROJECT COORDINATION
Prioritizes work orders based on the nature and urgency of specific problems, available resources, and anticipated timelines. Determines the need for and scope of contract services to ensure quality, timely and cost-effective maintenance services. Relays requests for necessary tools and replacement equipment to the Facilities Manager. Any purchase over $500 per item that is a nonemergency, must be pre-approved by the Facilities Manager or Operations and Procurement Director.
Maintains proper levels of replacement items.
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
Performs a variety of other duties as assigned by Facilities Manager or Operations and Procurement Director. This includes participating in special projects, occasionally filling in for other employees, participating in ongoing training, and a variety of other functions as needed. If the County Commission proclaims a local emergency due to an actual or threatened disaster such as an earthquake, fire, riot, flood, etc., County employees may be required to provide services during the emergency and for a subsequent period of assessment and recovery.This position requires knowledge of landscaping equipment and procedures, as well as a general knowledge of facility maintenance. The position also requires experience in the safe and effective operation of power and hand tools, vehicles, and proper use of personal protective equipment. Must be familiar with Microsoft computer programs and the use of email applications such as Outlook and have supervisory skills. This position must have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work and the ability to work as a team member. The required knowledge, skills and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school, two (2) years of public or commercial grounds keeping/landscaping and one (1) year of technical training or work experience in one or more facilities systems (e.g., plumbing, security, electrical, carpentry, etc.). About Gallatin County:Located in a sweeping valley in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Gallatin County is the most populated and fastest growing county in scenic southwest Montana. The County Seat of Bozeman at large encompasses over 50,000 people, yet has a small town feel. Located in a breathtaking Rocky Mountain setting, it is close to world-class downhill skiing, blue ribbon trout streams, Yellowstone National Park and a multitude of other outdoor activities in the pristine nearby wilderness areas.
Gallatin County covers over 2,500 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks and open ranch lands. Nearly half of all the land in Gallatin County is under public ownership by the Gallatin National Forest, the State of Montana, Bureau of Land Management or the National Park Service.
Gallatin County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Yellowstone National Park (our first National Park) to lush farmland, and a growing economy of high-tech industries. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, ranchers, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Gallatin County's boundless opportunities.
Some of the many benefits offered to full-time and part-time employees:To apply for this position you will fill out your application and submit the required documents to the Gallatin County online hiring portal. Navigate to the Gallatin County website, click on “careers” and then locate this position, and click apply. The following documents are required application consideration
Gallatin County is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Gallatin County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment on the basis of merit and qualifications without regard to race, creed, religion, color, or national origin or because of age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex when the reasonable demands of the position do not require an age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex distinction.
Full Time
$62k-81k (estimate)
05/02/2024
07/01/2024
co.gallatin.mt.us
Bozeman, MT
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