Facilities Maintenance Technician

Overview
Performs difficult skilled and semiskilled work related to the maintenance of the City's municipal buildings, facilities, traffic lights and assorted infrastructure. Additionally, this position plays a significant role in assisting with preparations for various community activities and events. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Public Works Facilities Maintenance Supervisor. Incumbent is expected to work independently and perform assigned tasks with only general guidance and direction.

Responsibilities

• Performs general building maintenance activities to include rough and trim carpentry; floor, ceiling, and wall repairs; interior and exterior building surface preparation, painting, and finishing; masonry and block and repairs; repairs to roof, gutters and downspouts; repairs to building handrails: and repairs to exterior fencing or fence enclosures.

· Performs troubleshooting and repair of existing, or the installation of new, plumbing, mechanical, and electric systems or system components, fixtures, and appurtenances. Tasks may include, but are not limited to, installation of, or the repair of, toilets, sinks, faucets, and valves; electrical circuits, breakers, switches, receptacles, light fixtures, light ballasts, and motors; low voltage digital or analogue communication systems; and basic maintenance and repairs to heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanical systems.

· Performs maintenance and repair work pertaining to the City’s traffic signals, to include trouble shooting operational problems, setting system timers, replacing signal fixtures, replacing and repairing signal loops, and locating signal loops for Miss Utility clearance.

· Performs work pertaining to the seasonal opening and closing of the City’s public pool.

· Performs repairs to building furniture and appurtenances, including the assembly and installation of new furniture.

· Schedules, monitors and records the work of contractors performing repairs to municipal buildings and facilities.

· Schedules, monitors and records self-performed building inspections and third party inspections, such as for elevators, boilers, pests and termites, and fire extinguishers.

· Performs work pertaining to banner installation and removal, city wide holiday decoration installation and removal, and community event support, to include traffic control and other services.

· Capable of operating a variety of large and small construction vehicles or pieces of equipment.

· Assists with the establishment of general maintenance schedules, keeps cost records, orders supplies and prepares reports.

· Assists with snow and ice removal.

· Performs related tasks as required.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of the practices, procedures, tools, and equipment pertaining to the maintenance of municipal buildings and facilities; thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with this type of work; ability to work independently; ability to prepare reports, drawings, and sketches; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to diplomatically interface with the general public; and the ability to establish and foster effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and officials. This position requires basic computer skills.

Special Requirements

Possession of a Commercial Driver's License (Class B) valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or the ability to obtain the same within ninety (90) days of start of employment, and be insurable through the city’s insurance carrier. Must consent to and successfully complete pre-employment national Background Screening, Drug Testing, and Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check as a condition of employment. The position is on-call outside normal working hours. Employee may be called outside of normal working hours; therefor, the employee must possess a cellular or landline phone.

Join our team as a Facilities Maintenance Technician where your expertise will contribute significantly to our operational success!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.46 - $25.17 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Lexington, VA 24450: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $25