General Maintenance & Repair Tech Sr-Wichita, Ks

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

• General Maintenance Repair Technician Senior
• 1 position available until filled

Agency Information:

The Adjutant General's Department

Kansas Air National Guard

184W CES

Wichita, KS

About the Position

Who can apply: Applicants who meet the criteria

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: 7 am to 3:45 pm

Eligible to Receive Benefits: YES

Veterans' Preference Eligible: YES

Compensation: $ 20.00 per hour.

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Incumbent will perform ground maintenance duties for property under the control of 184 CES. Duties to include mowing, weed eating, edging, removal of grass and weeds from sidewalks and all pavement cracks, maintain flowerbeds and other landscaped areas, apply lawn chemicals and dispose of chemicals in accordance with all label information and pertinent regulations, and perform shrub and tree trimming, and tree removal including stump grinding. Incumbent will maintain clean sidewalks and walkways, replace, repair, and install concrete as required, and perform street and parking lot cleaning duties utilizing street and parking lot cleaning equipment. Incumbent will repair or replace pavement backer rod and sealants and install parking space designation signage. Incumbent duties also include providing facilities with ice melt, ice melt storage containers, and hand spreaders. Incumbent is an active member of the Snow Removal Team and will operate snow removal equipment such as vehicles attached snowplows, bob cats, salt and sand spreaders, brine solution production and application, and shovels. The maintenance and winterization of all grounds and snow removal equipment will be performed by the incumbent and to include cleaning of mowers, mower blade sharpening, weed eating line replacement and cleaning, edger sharpening and blade replacement, snowplow mechanisms, and Toro Workman periodic maintenance. Incumbent will maintain and repair cement courtyard walls and pavers, and lawn irrigation systems. Tools and equipment used by Incumbent may include bow saws, rakes, shovels, pruning shears, chain saws, hack saws, and bob cat attachments. Create bills of material to procure materials and supplies in association with ground maintenance.

Incumbent will perform facilities maintenance tasks such as: Paint all types of facility interior and exterior structures, man doors, overhead doors, hangar doors, access hatches, and miscellaneous exterior located CE equipment such as lighting poles and cabinets. Create bills of material to procure materials and supplies for work orders, fabricate and install wood/metal stud walls, install mud and tape, and sanding of sheet rock to the proper smoothness for painting or wall covering. Incumbent can patch and paint all types of surfaces, including Sheet rock, wood, metal, concrete block, brick, and concrete and asphalt pavements. Additional tasks to be performed by incumbent to include door weather seal replacement, personnel door lock maintenance and repair, adjustments and repairs for overhead doors, installing items for customers such as (not limited to) dry erase boards, plaques, and clocks, trenching and back filling for CE purposes, moving of CE equipment and supplies with fork lifts or other equipment, installation of signage, fence and fence gate repairs, installation and replacement of carpeting and carpet squares, and installation or replacement of ceiling grids and tiles, and installation, repair or replacement of vinyl and ceramic floor tile. Tools used by the Incumbent may include battery operated and corded drills, hammer drills, Sawzall’s, and everyday hand tools, such as hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers, box knives, multimeters, etc.

Incumbent may be required to perform custodial duties to include trash pickup, total floor care, dusting, window cleaning, custodial equipment repair, and general cleaning of common areas of facilities under the control of 184 CES. Incumbents will be required to maintain clean/sanitary conditions in bathrooms, common areas, and other areas as directed by the supervisor.

This position can include duties to assist other shops with PM tasks such as: HVAC/Mechanical equipment filter changes, chiller and condenser cleaning, P-trap flushing, etc. Light fixture fluorescent lamp replacements, and light fixture cleaning.

Incumbents will be required to use computer systems to send and receive work-related emails, input bi-weekly data, request quotes for parts or supplies, and complete local computer-based training.

One of the major conditions of state employment is the requirement to work the number of hours per day and the number of days per week specified for the position. Each employee is expected to habitually be at his or her appointed place on time each workday.

Personal characteristics expected of each employee include honesty, sobriety, willingness to work with co-workers, and ability to follow instructions, and to maintain excellent work attendance records.

The Adjutant General’s Department is committed to maintaining a healthy work force through its “Proud to be Drug Free” program. Emphasis will continue for all employees to achieve a drug free lifestyle and ensure every employee works in a drug free workplace.

Qualifications:

• Education: General

Licensing & Certification:

• Special or Professional Desire: Kansas Driver's License required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Some/any Building Trades training/experience, and some custodial experience.
• One (1) year experience and/or training in grounds maintenance, facility maintenance and repair, and custodial work including operating commercial lawn equipment and custodial equipment.

Special Knowledge and skills and regulations:

• Incumbents must specialize knowledge, experience, and ability to work in building trades and grounds maintenance, especially operating commercial lawn equipment, snow and ice removal equipment, and be knowledgeable in custodial practices.
• Working Knowledge of applicable OSHA and Air Force regulations and building codes
• State Human Resource and base personnel policies and procedures

Special Qualifications & Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

• Normal color vision IAW AFR 160-43 or its replacement is mandatory. Must be able to work at heights up to 85 feet, lift objects weighing 50 pounds, and work in strenuous positions. Incumbent is subject to call back during non-duty hours and periodically work in inclement weather. Positive KBI checks and other background checks and clearances required for the position.

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Angelina Farias

Email: angelina.farias@ks.gov

Phone: 785-646-2263

Mailing Address:

State Human Resources

2022 SE Minuteman Rd

Topeka, KS 66619

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How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

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How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

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PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Rm 401
Topeka, KS 66612

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

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