What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Custodian & Maintenance Technician position at Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services?
Position Information
The Building Custodian & Maintenance Technician will perform in the capacity of a general handyman, providing routine maintenance and upkeep of Cobb County Senior Services facilities. This role encompasses a variety of tasks aimed at ensuring that the facilities are clean, safe, and well-maintained. The position is a full-time role, operating Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Essential Functions
Performs general maintenance and repair work on buildings, equipment, grounds, and related facilities: and performs semi-skilled manual work involving building maintenance, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and drywall, masonry, custodial, or other maintenance projects.
Assist in ensuring that operation, construction, and maintenance of buildings, equipment, and systems are in compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards: conducts maintenance inspections of buildings, equipment, grounds, and facilities to identify potential problems, unsafe conditions, and needed repairs; and initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
Performs various plumbing tasks: troubleshoots plumbing problems: installs and repairs plumbing fixtures; clears and unblocks water lines and drains; repairs steam lines, toilets, sinks, faucets, drinking fountains, etc.; solders pipes; and repairs plumbing leaks.
Performs various electrical tasks: troubleshoots electrical problems; installs electrical receptacles and switches; repairs electrical components; trips or replaces breaker; and replaces light bulbs and ballasts.
Performs various tasks involving general building maintenance, carpentry, masonry or construction projects: paints interior and exterior surfaces; performs general concrete work, plaster applications and places sheetrock; removes, repairs, and replaces floor/ceiling tile; inspects, installs and repairs roofs; installs, adjusts, and repairs doors and hardware; replaces windows, doors, and glass panes; lubricates hardware; performs locksmith duties; and performs related maintenance and repair activities.
Determines amount of materials needed to complete projects: provides cost projections as requested; gathers equipment, tools, parts, and supplies; monitors inventory levels; and orders new or replacement materials as required.
Participates in the setup and removal of tables, chairs, stages etc. for daily meetings and classes and special events.
Responsible for purchasing construction and maintenance related items; accountable for delivery of related financial paperwork to administrative staff.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required, supplemented by previous experience in building maintenance and repair.
Preferred Qualifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, taste, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, smoke, noise extremes, and electric currents.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
The Building Custodian & Maintenance Technician will perform in the capacity of a general handyman, providing routine maintenance and upkeep of Cobb County Senior Services facilities. This role encompasses a variety of tasks aimed at ensuring that the facilities are clean, safe, and well-maintained. The position is a full-time role, operating Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Essential Functions
Performs general maintenance and repair work on buildings, equipment, grounds, and related facilities: and performs semi-skilled manual work involving building maintenance, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and drywall, masonry, custodial, or other maintenance projects.
Assist in ensuring that operation, construction, and maintenance of buildings, equipment, and systems are in compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards: conducts maintenance inspections of buildings, equipment, grounds, and facilities to identify potential problems, unsafe conditions, and needed repairs; and initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
Performs various plumbing tasks: troubleshoots plumbing problems: installs and repairs plumbing fixtures; clears and unblocks water lines and drains; repairs steam lines, toilets, sinks, faucets, drinking fountains, etc.; solders pipes; and repairs plumbing leaks.
Performs various electrical tasks: troubleshoots electrical problems; installs electrical receptacles and switches; repairs electrical components; trips or replaces breaker; and replaces light bulbs and ballasts.
Performs various tasks involving general building maintenance, carpentry, masonry or construction projects: paints interior and exterior surfaces; performs general concrete work, plaster applications and places sheetrock; removes, repairs, and replaces floor/ceiling tile; inspects, installs and repairs roofs; installs, adjusts, and repairs doors and hardware; replaces windows, doors, and glass panes; lubricates hardware; performs locksmith duties; and performs related maintenance and repair activities.
Determines amount of materials needed to complete projects: provides cost projections as requested; gathers equipment, tools, parts, and supplies; monitors inventory levels; and orders new or replacement materials as required.
Participates in the setup and removal of tables, chairs, stages etc. for daily meetings and classes and special events.
Responsible for purchasing construction and maintenance related items; accountable for delivery of related financial paperwork to administrative staff.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required, supplemented by previous experience in building maintenance and repair.
Preferred Qualifications
- Basic Computer Skills including email and word
- Experience in custodial work
- Willing to travel to different senior services locations
- Experience cleaning bodily fluids
- Small facilities repair including patch painting and replacement of outlet covers
- Experience with event setup and takedown
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, taste, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, smoke, noise extremes, and electric currents.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.