Building Maintenance Technician I

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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives assigned work orders from supervisor and prioritizes with other work orders requiring completion; communicates with point of contact(s) in order to obtain additional information to better prepare and complete work orders.
• Performs building maintenance tasks which include but not limited to construction carpentry painting electrical plumbing and fencing; and duties such as drywall installation taping texturing floating flooring doors and hardware installation trim work and framing in accordance with safety and all other applicable requirements.
• Maintains assigned tools and equipment in accordance with safety standards which include but are not limited to minor preventive maintenance and reporting equipment repairs.
• Provides supervisor with a material list and purchase orders for all work orders.
• Acts as a first responder to building maintenance emergencies.
• Assists Level II technicians in projects of larger scope or complexity.
• Performs snow removal and salting tasks.
• Performs basic grounds keeping duties and moves furniture as required.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED.
• Three (3) years of work experience as a general building maintenance technician or related field OR two (2) years of experience as a general building maintenance technician plus one year of education in building construction plumbing HVAC electrical or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to safely operate building maintenance hand tools power tools and equipment.
• Basic understanding of mathematics construction practices and building codes.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Ability to take instruction follow direction and multi-task.
• Ability to prioritize work orders.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors co-workers and other County employees.

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE
The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

• Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
• Adherence to all County safety guidelines.
• Complete all FEMA training(s) assigned to this position.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico drivers license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.
• Complete required supervisor training if applicable.

FUNCTIONAL AREA

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

• Pursuant to the criminal history screening for Caregivers Act Sectionthrough SectionNMSA 1978 new hires at the Department of Behavioral Health Services facility will be required to complete a caregiver criminal history screening for all caregivers. Conviction of a disqualifying condition is cause for termination or sufficient reason not to hire if applicant has a disqualifying condition on their record at time of application.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Duties are performed both indoors and outdoors.
• Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment. Workers also exposed to natural weather conditions which may be severe while performing outdoor duties.
• Indoor duties are performed on an even surface which may be carpet tile or concrete. Indoor surfaces are typically dry. Outdoor duties may be performed on even or uneven surfaces which may be wet or dry. Outdoor duties may be performed on surfaces such as concrete asphalt natural ground ice snow gravel or shingled roof. Use of ladders and scaffolding may also be required.
• Worker is exposed to occasional vibration and noise factors while performing maintenance and repair duties.
• Worker is exposed to fumes/odors from the use of paint chlorine insecticides and caustic materials. Worker may be exposed to dust and mists in the performance of certain outdoor duties.
• Work hazards or potential work hazards include climbing of ladders and scaffolds exposure to severe weather conditions exposure to electrical wiring and currents heavy lifting working on rooftops and working on potential slick surfaces in addition to working around power tools.
• Work may be performed at a correctional facility with exposure to noise possible contact with inmates and dangerous situations that could involve serious bodily injury and other health hazards.

EQUIPMENT TOOLS AND MATERIALS

• Worker uses a wide variety of hand tools and power tools in the performance of duties.
• Worker uses a wide variety of work aids including the following: ladder scaffold tape measure dolly hoist toolbox volts/ohm/milliamp meter flashlight keys soldering torch hydraulic lift winches cutting and braising torches shovels rakes lawn mowers clippers snow removal machines and painting equipment.
• Worker uses various electrical parts appliance parts and plumbing parts. Screws nails bolts washers etc. are used in the performance of many repair maintenance jobs.
• Safety equipment may include safety goggles hard hats rubber boots safety vests flares hazard warning signs and barricades.

*NOTE*

• You are not required to disclose information about physical or mental limitations that you believe will not interfere with your ability to do the job. On the other hand if you want the employer to consider special arrangements to accommodate physical or mental impairment you may identify that impairment in the space provided and suggest the kind of accommodation that you believe would be appropriate.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS

• Must be able understand and communicate in English.
• Must be able to apply knowledge of basic mathematics in making measurements and calculations.
• Must be able to apply knowledge of tools machines materials and methods used in the performance of duties.
• Must be able to apply knowledge of electricity plumbing carpentry and general maintenance.
• Must be able to make independent work decisions when advice from supervisor is not readily available.
• Must be able to work and communicate effectively with different kinds of people in a variety of situations.

PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

• Must be able to lift up to an estimated 100 pounds from ground to waist level from ground to shoulder level and/or ground to overhead as needed typically on an occasional basis. Must be able to utilize hoists and dollies to move heavy equipment and supplies weighing up to approximately 150 pounds.
• Must be able to push and pull on an occasional basis from 75 to 100 pounds.
• Must be able to climb stairs occasionally ladders and scaffolding as needed. Must be able to maintain balance while climbing and standing on ladder or scaffolding.
• Must be able to stand/walk for up to 2 hours at a time up to a total of 5 to 6 hours per day.
• Must be able to kneel for up to 1 hour at a time and up to a total of 2 hours per day.
• Must be able to crawl crouch or work in a prone position for short periods of time as needed.
• Must be able to bend at the waist and twist/rotate waist as needed on a frequent basis. Lifting may also be required while bending.
• Must be able to work with arms extended or bent as needed up to a total of 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to grasp/manipulate equipment and materials in a bilaterally coordinated manner in performing essential duties.
• Must be able to use finger dexterity in the performance of repair and maintenance of electrical plumbing carpentry and general problems.
• Must be able to coordinate use of hands and eyes in the performance of essential duties.
• Must have adequate sense of smell hearing and tactile sense in performance of essential duties.
• Must be able to react quickly while performing essential duties to avoid accidents.