JUVENILE PROBATION DEPARTMENT - MAINTENANCE - FACILITIES MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

Acceptable Experience and Education

High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years’ experience in facilities maintenance, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and structural repair or a related field.

Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. 

Certificates, Licenses, and other requirements

In order to access into the County’s network and systems, a personal mobile smart device is required by the hire start date.

First Aid and CPR preferred. 

Must have telephone and report residence.

Must have or obtain by date of hire a valid driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to the County of El Paso.

Minimum Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: equipment, materials, methods, and practices used in custodial or general maintenance work; paint preparation and application; safe lifting and carrying practices; safe handling and storage practices for a variety of maintenance tools and supplies, equipment and machines; potential hazards of materials and equipment used in performing assigned tasks; occupational safety rules and practices associated with performing duties; English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling; techniques for effective interpersonal communications; modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment to include Windows and Microsoft based products.  

Skill/Ability to: operate custodial and maintenance equipment; plan; coordinate; supervise the performance of simple to moderately complex contract cleaning tasks and projects; perform manipulative tasks requiring eye/hand/foot coordination; perform heavy manual tasks; receive, understand, and carry out verbal and written instructions; be dependable and self-motivated; and establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted during the course of work; pass a Criminal Background Check.

Each and every county position requires the following professional skills and abilities as key and necessary elements of performance:

Essential Duties

Performs routine and urgent maintenance and repairs on facilities, equipment, and grounds;  

Reviews work orders, plans work schedule, and completes required maintenance tasks;  

Maintains mechanical and electrical components within facilities; 

Repairs and services interior and exterior service elevators; 

Paints interior/exterior of facilities;

Performs rough concrete and carpentry work;

Paints markings on asphalt, floors, or similar surfaces; 

Performs preparatory work for painting projects by washing walls, filling in or smoothing surfaces, masking areas, and setting up scaffolding;

Performs inspection and general maintenance on fleet vehicles and equipment; 

Completes generator inspections for line safety, exhaust, and other components; 

Maintains fluids and fuel in vehicles and equipment, performs preventive maintenance on HVAC units, dryers, kitchens, and elevators; 

Prepares for and maintains facility components including building, fire sprinkler, alarm, and other equipment that is inspected annually;

Performs setup and takedown of tables and chairs; arranges conference rooms and building lobby special events, moves furniture; 

Performs routine grounds maintenance and landscaping at multiple County properties;

Operates and maintains a variety of power and hand tools of the various trades and equipment;

Ensures proper tools, supplies, materials, and equipment are ordered/transported to work sites;  

Performs air conditioning and heating (HVAC) maintenance repair;

Performs plumbing maintenance and repairs as directed by the supervisor;

Performs duties of other maintenance or custodial personnel as needed to ensure continuity of operations during absences;

Substitutes, if assigned, during temporary absences by performing delegated duties sufficient to maintain continuity of normal operations; 

Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrate commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts; 

Creates a high-quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills;

Other Important Duties

Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

Maintains a safe and healthy workplace environment. 

Must be available to work non-traditional hours and be on call as necessary on official business.

May drive a truck or other light vehicle in the course of duties to and from all county buildings, as needed. 

As members of the County of El Paso Emergency Response System, all El Paso County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to train on emergency response and/or perform certain emergency services at the direction of their supervisor.

Summary of Position

The Facilities Maintenance Mechanic under direct supervision performs a variety of mechanical and electro-mechanical maintenance and repair tasks to maintain facility operations; performs routine and preventive facilities maintenance and general repairs; assists licensed mechanics in major projects.

Organizational Relationships

Reports to:  Facilities Maintenance Manager

Directs: This is a non-supervisory position

Other: Has frequent contact with other County employees and the public

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and manually push/pull a dolly.This position on occasion will be required to lift over 35 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by thisjobinclude closevision,and abilitytoadjustfocus. Sometasksinvolvethe regular, andat times sustained, performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, working in confined spaces, and lifting or carrying moderately heavy items. Must be able to operate a vehicle.

Work Environment 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to strong odors, strong and/or toxic chemicals, and to dust. Depending on area assigned: May be exposed to inmates. And outdoors; may be exposed to, slippery or unstable surfaces, and extreme weather conditions.  The incumbent may be subject to extended periods of walking, standing, climbing, lifting, carrying, kneeling and/or bending in the completion of work duties.

The above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by this position. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.