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Senior Building Systems Technician

Olmsted County
Rochester, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/13/2026
Expected starting salary range $32.07 to $35.54.  Full range $32.07 to $53.58.

Associate's degree from an accredited college in Building Systems or related field and one (1) year of paid experience in a related field.
OR
A combination of education and experience equivalent to three (3) years of work experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.
 
Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.

Required Special Qualifications:

  • Valid Minnesota Special Class Engineers License.
  • Valid Minnesota Second Class – C boiler license or higher within 2 years of hire.
  • Registration as an unlicensed power limited technician within 6 months of employment.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Licensed as a Minnesota power limited technician (PLT).
Under general supervision, conducts general maintenance and repairs on County buildings and facilities, performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance on plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, HVAC systems and related equipment. Performs a variety of maintenance tasks related to building functions and structures including in secured areas.  Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
  • Performs preventive maintenance tasks on building equipment and systems including secured areas such as the Adult Detention Center and Work Release Facility.
  • Diagnoses, repairs, and maintains life safety equipment and mechanical equipment. Replaces defective or faulty parts and fabricates and installs replacements parts and new equipment as needed.
  • Repairs, operates, monitors, and maintains Facilities Management Systems (FMS).
  • Repairs and maintains plumbing and plumbing fixtures throughout facilities.
  • Repairs and maintains low voltage electrical equipment.
  • Maintains and repairs low pressure steam systems.
  • Orders and maintains parts inventory.
  • Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. Diagnoses problems, selects appropriate tools, and makes corrective changes.
  • Performs routine welding operations in the repair of equipment.
  • Operates forklifts and personnel lifts as needed.
  • Repairs, maintains, and operates electronic and pneumatic temperature controls throughout facilities.
  • Mentors and trains new employees and interns.
  • Performs weeknights and weekend emergency call backs and checks of buildings and equipment when required.
  • Performs related tasks as assigned.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of the operation of buildings.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices involved in the operation of fire protection systems.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices involved in the operation of emergency generators.
  • Knowledge of safety procedures associated with maintenance operations, tasks, and repairs.
  • Skill in the use of computers and technology.
  • Skill in operating digital temperature control systems
  • Skill organizing assigned workload.
  • Skill in performing repairs and maintenance on electrical equipment.
  • Skill in performing a variety of plumbing repairs and maintenance.
  • Skill in the use of tools, electronic meters and materials commonly used in building, maintenance, and repairs on miscellaneous related projects.
  • Skill in operating building automation systems.
  • Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written instructions and assignments.
  • Ability to plan, layout and work from diagrams, sketches, and blueprints.
  • Ability to prioritize daily job duties.
  • Ability to establish and meet clear standards and work timelines.
  • Ability to resolve customer concerns and complaints effectively.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and customers.
  • Ability to train and mentor other staff.


Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands:

Function:

24% or Less

25% - 49%

50%-74%

75% or more

Office environment

X




Lab/shop environment


X



In vehicle/operating equipment

X




Clinical environment

X




Exposure to human blood/pathogens/body fluids

X




Exposure to hazardous materials/chemicals/toxic or caustic chemicals

X




Confined/restricted working environment


X



Exposure to atmospheric conditions, weather, extreme heat


X



Exposure to extreme cold, wet and/or humid

X




Exposure to noise


X



Exposure to vibration and electrical current

X




Standing



X


Walking, crouching


X



Sitting, reaching, pulling, climbing, kneeling, stooping, balancing, crawling, feeling

X




Pushing up to 75 pounds

X




Lifting up to 75 pounds

X




Talking, hearing


X



Operate vehicle


X



Operate heavy equipment

X




Close, distance and color vision, depth perception, accommodation, field of vision


X



Sedentary (exert up to 10 pounds of force)

X




Light effort (exert up to 20 pounds of force)


X



Medium effort (exert up to 50 pounds of force)

X




Heavy effort (exert up to 100 pounds of force)

X




Very heavy (exert over 100 pounds of force)

X




Proximity to moving, mechanical parts


X



Working in high, exposed places


X




An Equal Opportunity Employer

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