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El Paso County Facilities Maintenance Technician I/II in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Facilities Maintenance Technician I/II
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Facilities Maintenance Technician I/II
Salary
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Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2400041
Department
Facilities & Strategic Infrastructure Management
Opening Date
01/16/2025
Closing Date
1/29/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
Benefits
Questions
Need more information on completing a job application? See the EPC Application process here (https://admin.elpasoco.com/human-resources/#ApplicationProcess) .
Job Summary
Do you like working with your hands? Do you love a challenge that takes troubleshooting to find creative solutions? Do you enjoy a fast-paced work environment? As a Facilities Maintenance Technician, you will have an opportunity to showcase your skills in various trades while learning new trades and skills as a member of our incredible team with the possibility of moving up in an organization with great benefits. APPLY TODAY!!!
Facilities Maintenance Technician I:
Full Salary Range: $42,050.00 - 56,640.00 annually
Hiring Range: $43,000 - $46,500 annually
Facilities Maintenance Technician II:
Full Salary Range: $46,200.00 - 64,650.00 annually
Hiring Range: $50,000 - $56,500 annually
This position has an anticipated work schedule of either Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm or four, 10-hour shifts Tuesday - Friday, 6:30am - 5:00pm.Will serve as on-call representative for after-hour response on a rotational basis and weather related occurrences. Schedule is subject to change.
Please be advised this position may close on or after 01/18/2025 without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications .
This position is responsible for maintaining the function and appearance of El Paso County buildings and equipment by performing basic building maintenance tasks in a variety of areas, including carpentry, painting, and electrical. P erforms all phases of painting from surface preparation to finished product. Specializes in wall repair, remodeling, repainting, staining, tile work, and new construction projects.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Assists in hanging doors and installing related hardware fixtures. Assists in replacement of broken glass/windows; replaces ceiling tiles; repairs paneling; patches, repairs, and paints surfaces. Patches, assists in replacing, and/or installs floor tile and carpet.
Repairs and replaces light bulbs, florescent tubes, and identifies bad ballasts and reports to supervisors; checks emergency, parking, and security lights.
Assists in repairs and replacing basic plumbing items, including spigots and traps. Unplugs toilets/sewer lines and repairs leaking faucets and minor pipe leaks. Installs, maintains and repairs plumbing systems and fixtures such as faucets, sinks, and toilets.
Conducts regular building inspections and equipment checks to identify needs and ensure equipment is operating per established guidelines. Performs repairs as possible or reports issues to dispatch or appropriate staff for corrective action.
Assists with new and/or remodeling/alteration projects and minor construction work.
Repairs, installs, and constructs tables, shelves, cabinets, countertops, and other fixtures.
Responds to calls related to building/office temperature; validates condition of environment and coordinates corrective actions with the mechanical team as needed.
Provides assistance in moving furniture and other materials as needed.
Escorts or assists contractors or other personnel through buildings to accomplish facility maintenance or projects as required.
Documents work completed on work order sheet.
Assists in snow removal and other weather-related duties as assigned.
Performs other duties as required.
Maintenance Technician II:
Maintains and repairs County buildings, grounds, and equipment; performs work in areas including carpentry, HVAC, painting, plumbing, electrical maintenance, and other related crafts.
Performs architectural work. Frames walls and partitions, installs new or repairs existing suspended ceilings, patches and repairs roofs, and installs or repairs drywall, doorframes/doors, and door hardware.
Installs plumbing fixtures, repairs/ and related components.
Troubleshoots, repairs, replaces, and maintains electrical wiring, fuses, switches, motors, lighting systems, and other fixtures/equipment.
Maintains and repairs building locks, doors, gates, and overhead doors.
Performs painting, staining, wallpapering, and ceramic tiling. Uses equipment such as sprayers, power tools, paint brushes, rollers, and tile cutters. Prepares surfaces for material application, including cleaning, priming, scraping, caulking, striping, patching holes, and texturing. Applies coatings such as paint, varnish, and oils to interior and exterior surfaces. Performs graffiti removal and surface restoration.
Maintains cleanliness of equipment and a safe and orderly work area. Analyzes surface to be upgraded; determines the materials and time needed to complete the job.
Develops project scope of work, coordinates the job, orders materials, creates/maintains work orders, and closes out the project.
Assists foreman in scheduling work orders, pulling appropriate permits, completing paperwork and modifying blueprints to reflect modifications. Assists in evaluating and prioritizing needs within all County buildings.
Assists in moving furniture as needed.
Serves on-call as required to support all County buildings, including correctional facilities. Responds to on-call/emergency situations as required.
Performs snow removal and other weather-related duties as assigned.
Performs other duties as required.
Supervision Exercised:This classification does not have supervisory authority and requires no supervision or direction of others.
Supervision Received:Receives intermittent supervision. This classification normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Regular direction, guidance, and coaching from supervisor is expected. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Skill in the care and use of tools and equipment commonly used in building maintenance.
Basic ability to interpret technical diagrams, sketches, layouts, blueprints, maps, and information.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to observe and follow safety procedures and precautions.
Ability to communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships with other County employees. Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Maintenance Technician II:
Knowledge of applicable occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Knowledge of surface preparation related to painting, staining, wallpaper hanging, and tile setting techniques.
Knowledge of proper handling and use of paint, primer, thinner, varnish, stain, caulking, and adhesive materials.
Skill in the care and use of tools and equipment commonly used in building maintenance (hand tools, power tools, gauges, pumps, detectors, test equipment, and snow removal equipment, etc.).
Ability to interpret and work from sketches, layouts, blueprints, verbal, and written instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively and work with other County employees, tenants, and the public. Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Ability to work independently and as a team, with and without immediate supervision.
Ability to carry out assignments in accordance with instructions and established procedures
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Required Education & Experience
Must be at least 18 years of age.
One year of related work experience in facilities maintenance or repair.
Maintenance Technician II:
- Three years of experience in maintenance, repair, or related experience.
Licenses/Certificates
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) certification, or have the ability to successfully obtain within ninety days of employment.
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, drug screen, and physical examination.
Work Conditions
Duties are performed both indoors and outdoors and requires the ability to perform laboring tasks in adverse weather and environmental conditions. Position involves extensive standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, carrying heavy tools and equipment to work site, use of equipment to move heavier items, and working in confined/tight spaces. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals and materials during the performance of some job responsibilities. Potential exposure to violent inmates, use of foul and disrespectful language, offensive smells, excessive noise, bodily fluids, and airborne pathogens. Must be able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Subject to emergency off-hours call-out. Responds to emergency situations as required. Serves as on-call representative for after-hour response.
The classification specification above is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and minimum qualifications; specific job assignments, duties, education, experience, licenses/certifications, and environmental conditions will vary depending on the needs of the department/office and the particular assignment. Changes to this document may only be made by a member of the Human Resources Department.
VISION
El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.
PURPOSE
We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.
El Paso County is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer.
El Paso County adheres to Federal drug screening guidelines and requires a pre-employment drug screen.