Maintenance Worker

Objective:

To perform general maintenance duties at all county buildings; to ensure the physical buildings and grounds are maintained for safety and security.

Qualifications:

A. Education/Training:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent required.

2. Must have a valid driver’s license.

B. Work Experience:

1. 1-2 years work experience preferred.

Background Clearance:

Valid Pennsylvania State Police and/or FBI clearance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

1. Must be able to speak and understand the English language as well as follow oral and written instruction.

2. Must possess initiative and problem-solving skills.

3. Must possess the flexibility to function both independently and efficiently with general public, government officials, staff, and others.

4. Must maintain personal integrity.

5. Must possess the ability to multi-task while meeting deadlines.

6. Must maintain confidentiality in regards to county information and records.

7. Must possess the technical knowledge of operating personal computers and other office equipment as necessary with accuracy and reasonable speed.

8. Must possess thorough knowledge of the methods, practices, materials, and tools used in general maintenance and construction.

9. Most possess the ability to operate county vehicles and various equipment.

10. Must possess the knowledge to detect defects in equipment and make proper repairs.

11. Must possess a thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical, plumbing, heating, and other cleaning and construction trades.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

1. Must be able to sit, stand, and walk intermittently throughout the workday with frequent twisting, stooping, bending, reaching, grasping, and lifting/carrying objects weighing 25-50 pounds necessary to carry out essential job duties.

2. Dexterity requirements range from coordinated movements of fingers/hands to simple movements of feet/legs/torso as necessary to carry out essential job duties.

3. Must demonstrate emotional stability and the ability to cope with the physical and mental stress of the position.

4. Must be attentive to detail.

5. Must be able to work at elevated heights, frequently climbing extension or step ladders.

6. Must be able to work in tight spaces.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Performs general maintenance duties including but not limited to: changing light bulbs, mowing grass, shoveling snow from walkways and driveways, painting buildings/fixtures/other objects, collecting trash/recyclables, and transporting materials between departments.

2. Performs carpentry, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs throughout the county buildings.

3. Checks equipment for proper operation, making minor adjustments as necessary.

4. Conducts rounds to ensure safety within buildings and their surroundings.

5. Assists with set-up and clean-up of special events.

6. Operates computers and other office equipment as needed.

7. Attends meetings and trainings as required to maintain competency.

8. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

1. Average indoor and outdoor exposure to noise, stress, and disruptions.

2. Normal indoor exposure to dust/dirt.

3. Subject to periodically work in adverse conditions depending on nature of the job assignment.

4. Subject to periodically work different shifts as required and subject to an on-call rotation for periods of one week at a time that may require periodically working beyond normal work hours.

Pay: $15.85 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16