Maintenance Specialist III (may underfill)

Position Title:

Maintenance Specialist III (may underfill)

Bargaining Unit:

AFSCME

Job Description:

Performs skilled maintenance, repair, adjustment and minor construction work in the trades to ensure facilities are properly maintained and meet city standards. Trains employees in facilities maintenance trades. Assists Facilities Supervisor in planning work and identifying staff training needs. Duties may fall into a variety of trades including carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, energy management, fire and life safety and keys/security systems.

This is the third level of the Facilities Maintenance job line. It is distinguished by the responsibility for a wide variety of non-routine assignments across multiple trades. Position incumbents provide input to management regarding work, including participating in planning maintenance work, participating in project management tasks, investigating and resolving unusual situations. Positions at this level provide guidance and coordination of others. Trains personnel on elements of the facilities maintenance trades. Within the job line, there may be some overlap between the levels of work. Incumbents at this level may be called upon to perform tasks associated with lower responsibilities in the job line.

Position Salary Range:

Maintenance Specialist I: $21.60 - $28.43

Maintenance Specialist II: $23.63 - $31.10

Maintenance Specialist III: $25.86 - $34.02

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and personal leave
• Six to Twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

IMPORTANT: Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance Specialist I:

• Assists with and learns to perform preventative maintenance for building systems (exterior envelopes and interior ceilings, floors, walls, windows, finishes and hardware, keys, panel alarm hardware, etc.), plumbing, electrical (lamp changes, ballasts, outlets, circuitry, electrical panels) and mechanical systems including controls, pump and motors.
• Assists with and learns to repair facilities structures, systems and components, including performing minor repairs to building plumbing, mechanical systems, door hardware, fire and life safety protection, equipment systems, sprinkler systems and roof inspections.
• Assists with and learns to identify repair and maintenance projects requiring the assistance of contractors or vendors; gathers information as directed to assist in estimating/evaluating project costs.
• Assists with and learns to repair and maintain motorized equipment engines and to perform preventative maintenance.
• Assists with and learns to perform electronic recordkeeping related to preventative maintenance and repair so that Facilities Management Services division makes the most efficient and effective use of computerized maintenance management and service request systems.
• Maintains working knowledge of materials, systems and code requirements related to maintenance of facilities.
• Responds to city emergencies and closures including adverse weather to be certain that all facilities are protected and remain operational. Assists with tasks required in preparing to open buildings after a closure including snow and ice removal, systems and equipment checks and start-up operations as assigned.
• Knows and understands all safety procedures.
• Operates a city vehicle and is responsible for its safe operation and reporting any observed maintenance needs.
• Maintains appropriate records and reports.
• Performs other related duties as required and responds to emergency situations.

Maintenance Specialist II:

• Maintains a broad working knowledge of materials, systems and code requirements related to maintenance of city facilities.
• Performs preventative maintenance on building systems, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and control systems and related components. Tests system components, devices and evaluates performance.
• Repairs and maintains a variety of facility systems, components and structures; repairs building plumbing, low-voltage and line voltage electric systems, door hardware, fire, safety protection, equipment systems; cleans and inspects all equipment, completes filter changes, and lubrication orders.
• Performs service and preventative maintenance on equipment; troubleshoots equipment problems and identifies external service providers to make repairs or perform warranty work when necessary.
• Identifies repair and maintenance projects requiring the assistance of contractors or vendors; participates in estimates and evaluations of project costs; monitors work of vendors or contractors; assists in the review of new construction or remodel plans to assure compliance with facility maintenance standards.
• Accesses and makes all levels of adjustments to computerized control systems for lighting or energy management systems and troubleshoots control system problems.
• Performs electronic recordkeeping related to preventative maintenance and repair so the Facilities division makes the most efficient and effective use of computerized maintenance management and service request systems; tracks and closes assigned work orders. May monitor work orders assigned to others and assist in managing work orders.
• Maintains a broad working knowledge of materials, systems and code requirements related to maintenance of city facilities. Knows and understands all safety procedures. Trains less-skilled staff on safety procedures related to facilities operations. Maintains appropriate records and reports.
• Responds to city emergencies and closures including adverse weather to ensure all facilities are protected and remain operational. Assists with tasks required in preparing to open buildings after a closure including snow and ice removal, systems and equipment checks and start-up operations as assigned.
• Recordkeeping and regulations, including use of automated record systems; OSHA workplace health, safety standards and procedures. Maintain logs, inventories and purchasing records; respond to service requests; monitor and manage work orders in the computerized maintenance management system; access and set automated control systems.
• Train employees on a variety of tools and power equipment.
• Plan and coordinate work; track and plan preventative maintenance work; maintain records and reports in computerized and written formats.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Performs other related duties as required.

Maintenance Specialist III:

• Maintains a broad working knowledge of materials, systems and code requirements related to maintenance of city facilities. Performs preventative maintenance on building systems, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and control systems and related components. Tests system component devices and evaluates performance. Assists Facilities management in planning and scheduling preventative maintenance work and recommends approaches to preventative maintenance programs.
• Repairs and maintains a variety of facilities systems based on trade expertise, including building structures, walls, doors, hardware, finishes, and components. Responsibilities include performing work in areas such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical systems (line voltage and low voltage), fire and life safety systems, equipment, sprinkler systems, and sensors. Trades professionals will also maintain and repair indoor/outdoor facilities, fans, lighting, and ensure inspections for safety.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches, work orders and various plans and diagrams to lay out work. Determine and use the necessary designs diagrams, sketches or drawings, to communicate to supervisors for needed approval and to team to perform the work.
• Maintains mechanical and structural systems, performing service and preventative maintenance on equipment and structure systems across multiple disciplines. This includes recommending external service providers for repairs or warranty work when needed. Participates in project cost estimates and vendor/contractor evaluations and oversees their work as necessary.
• Knows and understands all OSHA safety procedures and record keeping. Trains personal on safety procedures related to Facilities operations. Trains less-skilled personal in facilities maintenance trades, assists the Maintenance Supervisor to determine training needs for the work group.
• Operates computer systems and Facilities management applications for work order assignments including mobile work order systems to receive, generate work order assignments, close work orders, and record asset changes, equipment specification information. Generating daily, weekly and monthly reports to understand and manage work-load, hours to perform work and type of work assignment for team.
• Performs electronic recordkeeping and related to preventative maintenance and repair so the Facilities division makes the most efficient and effective use of computerized maintenance management and service request systems, tracks and closes assigned work orders, monitor work orders assigned to others and assists in managing work orders.
• Operates a city vehicle and is responsible for its safe operation and reporting any observed maintenance needs.
• Maintain logs, inventories and purchasing records, respond to service requests and emails, monitor and manage work orders.
• Responds to city emergencies and closures to ensure facilities remain operational and safe. Assists with tasks such as snow and ice removal, equipment checks, and building re-openings following closures.
• Serves as Acting Supervisor when assigned, overseeing diverse trade workers including carpenters, painters, and other maintenance staff.
• Performs other duties as required, adapting to multiple trades as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Maintenance Specialist I:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of general work experience, including trades or labor. Education or training the facilities maintenance trades may be substituted for work experience.
• Possession of a valid drivers' license.
• Demonstrated knowledge of tools, recordkeeping and workplace safety procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic computer use.
• Successful completion of BCI Police and Courts background check.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Commercial Drivers' License (CDL) Class A or B.
• Previous experience in the operation and maintenance of electronic controls and refrigeration systems.
• Certificates or licenses in facility maintenance crafts or trades.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret blue-prints, shop drawings and sketches.

Maintenance Specialist II:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of facilities maintenance, construction or repair experience in a commercial or industrial setting.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Forklift driver certification required within six months of employment.
• Obtain a building operators certificate within one year of hire.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints, circuit diagrams, and operations manuals.
• Demonstrated knowledge of power and hand tools used in facilities maintenance.
• Demonstrated knowledge of computers used for recordkeeping and automated system controls.
• Successful completion of BCI Police and Courts background check.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Commercial Driver License (CDL) class A or B.
• Certificates or licenses in facility maintenance crafts or trades.
• OSHA 10-hour certification.

Maintenance Specialist III:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of facilities maintenance or related construction or repair experience in a commercial, industrial, or multi-trade setting. Experience in trades such as painting, carpentry, electrical, or plumbing preferred. Education, certification, or an associate degree in relevant trades may substitute for up to three years of experience.
• Possession of a valid drivers' license.
• Possession of a forklift operator's certificate within six months of employment.
• Possession of a Building Operator Level II certification within six months of hire.
• Possession of a OSHA 10-hour certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Demonstrated proficiency working with computer applications including MS suite.
• Demonstrated knowledge of power tools used in facilities maintenance.
• Successful completion of BCI Police and Courts background check.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of a Commercial Drivers' License (CDL) Class A or B.
• Possession of a journey-level license issued by the State of Utah or an accredited journey-level certification program.
• Possession of an air-conditioning universal refrigerant license or ability to obtain within six months of employment.
• Demonstrated experience in Direct Digital Control (DDC) and ability to demonstrate operator skills in controlling and troubleshooting building systems.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work performed both indoors and outdoors with exposure to various weather conditions.
• May be exposed to potentially hazardous conditions, noise and temperature extremes.
• Involves frequent bending, standing, kneeling, climbing ladders, reaching below and above shoulders and lifting objects weighing up to 75 lbs.
• Wrist, hand and finger dexterity is required to operate various equipment and materials.
• Unconventional working hours including long shifts, weekends and holidays as needed.

CAREER LADDER:

• After fully satisfying the job minimum requirements of the Facilities Maintenance Specialist I, incumbent may be advanced to Facilities Maintenance Specialist II. Advancement is conditional on availability of funding and requires divisional recommendation, Department Director approval and the concurrence of the Human Resources Department.
• After fully satisfying the job minimum requirements of the Facilities Maintenance Specialist II, incumbent may be advanced to Facilities Maintenance Specialist III. Advancement is conditional on availability of funding and requires divisional recommendation, Department Director approval and the concurrence of the Human Resources Department.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

Maintenance Specialist I:

• $21.60 - $28.43

Maintenance Specialist II:

• $23.63 - $31.10

Maintenance Specialist III:

• $25.86 - $34.02

DEPARTMENT

Public Services

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40