Maintenance 4

THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.  RESUMES WILL BE EVALUATED AS RECEIVED UNTIL A QUALIFIED CANDIDATE IS SELECTED FOR THE POSITION. 

This position requires journey level certification or equivalent education such as an AA degree, or greater, in mechanical or electrical disciplines along with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the trade.

The Maintenance 4 position will perform advanced skilled installation, maintenance, repair and construction of assigned equipment and buildings to assure their proper and safe functioning.

The successful candidate in this position will perform skilled craft work in HVAC maintenance & repair, rough and finished carpentry, plumbing, electronics (low and

high voltage), locksmith, pneumatic and electrical control devices and telecommunications cables and equipment.

This position requires advanced skills that are recognized either in specialization in one or more designated craft(s), usually requiring licensure or specialized certification, or in advanced abilities in multiple skilled areas, which may be recognized by multiple licenses or certificates of qualification. Positions of the class are distinguished from Maintenance 3 positions in that these positions require their incumbent to function at a full, standard journey level of competence and skill in such areas as carpentry, electricity or plumbing, but not to be recognized experts in those crafts nor to be skilled in highly specialized fields such as electronics, telecommunications, HVAC controls or Plumbing, and associated systems.

THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.  RESUMES WILL BE EVALUATED AS RECEIVED UNTIL A QUALIFIED CANDIDATE IS SELECTED FOR THE POSITION. 

~Journeyman Level Position~

This position requires journey level certification or equivalent education such as an AA degree, or greater, in mechanical or electrical disciplines along with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the trade.

The following examples of duties and accountabilities illustrate the general range of tasks assigned to the position but are not intended to define the limits of required duties.  Other essential duties may be assigned consistent with the general scope of the position. Employee must comply with all County and department policies, procedures, WAC’s, or other regulatory bodies. 

• Building Maintenance:  This area of responsibility includes: Building maintenance tasks such as repairing doors, windows, lighting fixtures, locks, light switches as well as performing painting and refinishing of surfaces; preventive maintenance and repairs to a wide variety of electrical, mechanical, plumbing and other equipment; tasks may include replacement of electric motors, switches, electronic controls, electric panel boxes and repair or replacement of plumbing and mechanical operating parts. Such repairs and maintenance involve the use of diagnostic equipment such as amp, ohm and voltmeters as well as the use of blueprints and circuit schematics.
• Equipment Installation: Tasks include installing and test operating such equipment as electrical, plumbing, pneumatic and telecommunications fixtures and devices. These may include electric motors, pumps, electric and electronic controls, telephone devices, chilling and heating equipment, thermostats, and plumbing and lighting fixtures. Installation of major HVAC components typically is performed by contractors with the skilled assistance of incumbents. Minor HVAC repairs are regularly performed by the Maintenance 4 position.
• Building Remodeling and Construction: This accountability includes: constructing and moving walls, room dividers and other structures that involve framing, drywall, structural support, painting and finishing; remodeling offices and other rooms that involve removing and replacing flooring, carpeting and other floor coverings; replacing doors, windows and other building fixtures; and constructing entire buildings including foundations, framing, roofing, interior finishing and installation of heating, plumbing, electrical and telecommunications equipment.

• This position will also perform other duties, as assigned, including unexpected tasks not included in the essential job duties above.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Any combination of education and experience may be substituted as long as it provides the desired skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required: 

• Maintenance and repair of complex machinery and equipment.
• HS Diploma or GED
• The successful candidate must be 18 years of age or older
• Journey level certification or equivalent education such as an AA degree or greater in mechanical or electrical disciplines along with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the trade related to the degree
• Experienced in building construction, framing, concrete laying and finishing, roofing and installation of windows, doors and other appurtenances
• Experienced in installation of complex equipment including electrical, plumbing, electronic, and telecommunications equipment
• Experienced in maintenance and repair of complex machinery and equipment

Preferred:

• Previous public building maintenance experience.

These skills and abilities typically are acquired through a combination of experience and training, which would include at least five years of experience in building construction, building maintenance and repair, electrical, plumbing, heating, chilling and electronic equipment installation and maintenance with licensure or advanced certification in at least one of the recognized skilled crafts.

• Valid Driver’s License: With proof of automobile insurance 
• Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
• Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record

• Teamwork & Leadership: Provide others with guidance, assistance, or training where appropriate. 
• Communication: Summarize and present observations and interpretations to others inside and outside the team.  Uses existing networks to communicate information across disciplines.  
• External Communication: Requires presentation or exchange of information involving ongoing relationships with outside agencies, clients, and the public.
• Guidance Required: Assignments are received with expected results and due dates; general procedures and standards are available to follow. 
• Impact of Decisions: Decisions typically impact other jobs within the employee's work group or the daily routine of others.

Work Conditions:

Work is performed in a variety of buildings and locations where incumbents are exposed to the use of tools, equipment and environments that may cause injury. These exposures are mitigated by proper use of such devices as eye and hearing protection and protective shoes. County vehicles are used on a regular basis requiring applicants to have excellent driving records. Incumbents may be required to travel to multiple buildings during each work shift. They may be required to work in such facilities as juvenile detention facilities where offenders are incarcerated and where special attention must be given to maintaining building security 

NOTE:
This position is represented by the Grant County Public Employees' Association (Courthouse Bargaining Unit)

Physical Abilities:

The physical abilities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, write, hear, speak and lift up to 50 lbs. of unequal weight. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, peripheral, depth perception. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary : $71,822 - $84,510