COUNTY OF WARREN 

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN 

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Performs intermediate skilled work in the maintenance, repair, modification, installation and construction of structures in buildings and facilities; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. Limited supervision may be exercised over assigned personnel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:

Performing skilled maintenance and repair work in electrical, painting, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical or a related field.

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Performs a variety of skilled trades work in the maintenance and repair of buildings.
• Assembles playground equipment.
• Assists with groundskeeping and landscaping duties as required.
• Maintains inventory of shop supplies; maintains key inventory; rekeys locks; makes keys.
• Performs a variety of carpentry work; builds and installs enclosures, workstations, storage closets, bookcases, decks, docks, etc.; strips and refinishes floors.
• Paints interior and exterior of County facilities; repairs roofs.
• Repairs and replaces a variety of electrical and HVAC components.
• Winterizes and opens pool; maintains pool facilities.
• Maintains electric scoreboards and PA systems.
• Performs or assists with ball diamond and football field maintenance duties.
• Performs repairs and fabrication on small and large equipment.
• Perform safety inspections for all park playgrounds and equipment as required; prepares related reports.
• Assists with snow removal and ice control.
• Performs related tasks as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Thorough knowledge of the common practices, tools and terminology of the mechanical or building trades; thorough knowledge of the use and characteristics of common building materials; thorough knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions associated with the work; skill in the use of tools and equipment; ability to work from sketches, drawings, plans or specifications; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to estimate needed materials and time required for various jobs; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience in the building trades.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and lifting; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arms length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, hazards, and atmospheric conditions.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of an appropriate commercial driver’s license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Possession of or ability to obtain National Playground Institute and Aquatic Facility Operator certification within six months of employment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.