Building maintenance

Position Summary & Duties Responsible

POSITION SUMMARY

Building Maintenance Technician will perform highly skilled building maintenance and troubleshooting duties to the interior and exterior of county facilities, including general maintenance, construction, and repair in accordance with building codes and safety standards.

Lead and guide lower-level staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive assigned work orders from supervisors and prioritize with other work orders requiring completion; communicate with point of contact in order to obtain additional information to better prepare and complete work order.
• Perform building maintenance tasks which including but not limited to construction, carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, fencing, welding, framing, concrete, and masonry and duties such as drywall installation, taping, texturing, floating, flooring, doors and hardware installation, trim work, counters, cabinets, desks, bookcases, partition, clear minor back-ups, leaks, stacks, vents, and ducting in accordance with safety and all other applicable requirements.
• Respond to emergency calls and troubleshoot maintenance problem / s and determine safety hazards, personnel, materials and equipment needed, erect hazard warnings;

and notify appropriate department(s).

• Perform lead duties which include but not limited to : major renovations and / or structural projects, troubleshoot problems / emergencies, provide technical guidance and training to lower level staff.
• Provide cost estimates on renovations / remodels; update supervisor regarding contracted work orders.
• Maintain assigned tools and equipment in accordance with safety standards which includes but not limited to : minor preventive maintenance and report equipment repairs.
• Provide supervisor with a material list and purchase order for all work orders.
• Assist trades level staff with projects of larger scope, specialty or complexity.
• Perform snow removal and salting tasks.
• Perform basic grounds keeping duties and move furniture as required.
• Perform other job related duties as required or assigned.
• The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of all employees assigned to this job.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED, and two (2) years of work experience in general building maintenance, or related field. Any equivalent combination of related education and / or experience may be considered for the above requirements.

Supplemental Information

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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

• Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
• Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
• Employee must demonstrate proficiency in all the following; flooring / tile, drywall, framing, welding, masonry or concrete as verified by in-field time by designated and approved supervisor.
• Internal applicants must not have any form of disciplinary action such as Sick Leave Correction Action Plan or written reprimand within the last 12 months.
• Employee must complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to position.
• Employee must possess and maintain a New Mexico driver's license.

WHILE AT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Pursuant to the criminal history screening for Caregivers Act, Section 29-17-1 through Section 29-17-5 NMSA 1978, new hires at the 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 work aids, including the following : ladder, scaffold, tape measure, dolly, hoist, tool box, volts / ohm / millimeter, 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, hardhat, rubber boots, safety vests, flares, hazard warning signs, and barricades.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bernalillo County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Last updated : 2024-04-28