Job Description

Bonneville County is now accepting applications for the following position:

Position: Maintenance I

Starting Salary: Pay Grade 9 - starting salary $15.44 per hour

Work Hours: 19 hours a week

Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until filled.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety entry level semi-skilled carpentry, masonry, locksmith or painting duties as needed to complete daily building and facilities maintenance, construction and renovation in compliance with approved plans and building codes.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the general supervision of the Building & Grounds Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Lead.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

None.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs a variety of semi-skilled duties related to the construction, maintenance and repair of county buildings and facilities; performs general maintenance on various types of building components and apparatus, i.e., motors, pumps, valves, bearings, floats, pulleys, belts, switches, relays, plugs, light ballasts, light photo cells, fuses, circuit breakers, timers, transformers, wiring, telephones, fire sensors, door hardware, roofing, floor and ceiling repair, dry wall, painting, caulking, concrete repair, etc. Performs preventive maintenance on facility systems and equipment; maintains air conditioning system; boilers, domestic hot water systems, pumps, electrical systems, pneumatic controls, electrical and electronic controls, etc.; assist in preventive maintenance program development. Monitors status of buildings and facilities regarding safety standards; makes recommendations related to the replacement or upgrading of facilities to comply with established safety codes and regulations; under journey level supervision, may assist with routine HVAC, plumbing, and locksmith duties. Performs rough and finish carpentry; maintains physical aspects of county buildings such as window and door frames, woodwork; fabricates shelving, repairs furniture; fabricates furniture; participates in all carpentry aspects of new construction, i.e., footings, foundations, framing, plumbing, electrical and electronic wiring, insulation, sheet rocking, painting, masonry, roofing, etc. Performs custom concrete work; sets forms, pours cement, finishes flat work; may apply custom designing and stamping for effect and beautification; seals surfaces; lays brick, block and stone; may participate in pouring footings and foundations for new or remodel construction. Tapes and textures sheet rock wall surfaces; performs custom painting of facility interiors and exteriors; masks various areas to protect surfaces; applies primers and various finish coats; utilizes hand brushes, air brush and sprayers; applies paints, varnish, stain, etc. May perform custodial duties such as vacuuming, floor stripping and refinishing, carpet cleaning, dusting, auto scrubbing, etc. on an as needed basis.

Performs related maintenance and custodial duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education and Experience

A. Graduation from high school; plus, One (1) year of specialized training provide through trade or technical school related to the maintenance and construction fields, facilities management, construction management;

AND

B. Two (2) years of experience in building construction or building maintenance requiring skill in carpentry, plumbing, electrical wiring, painting and other related fields;

OR

C. An equivalent combination of education and experience.

2. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Some knowledge of one or more specialty craft methods and practices, including carpentry, masonry, locksmith, painting, etc; general architectural engineering principles and practices; legal environment associated with building operations, i.e., OSHA and ADA; facilities maintenance; current methods, principles and practices of building construction, maintenance and repair; equipment and materials used in construction and maintenance operations; price trends and grades or quality of materials and equipment; hazards and safety precautions common to municipal maintenance and repair activities; legal environment related to safety and risk management practices and principles; current building codes, standards. Some Skill in the use of power and hand tools and equipment for specified crafts; air tools, and other tools required for minor repairs. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, maintain safety and risk management standards; maintain effective preventive maintenance programs; keep operating records and prepare reports; read and understand blueprints; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public; communicate effectively verbally and in writing in the English language.

3. Special Qualifications: Must possess a valid Idaho Drivers license. Must be available for 24 hour emergency call out.

Work Environment

Incumbent of the position performs typically outdoor work in the construction of various project. Tasks require variety of physical activities, generally involving muscular strain, related to walking, standing, stooping, sitting, and reaching. Lifting requirements require frequent lifting in excess of 100 pounds. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts or in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate power tools and equipment. Essential functions require talking, hearing and seeing. Common eye, hand, finger dexterity exist. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, discriminating thinking and creative problem solving. Periodic travel required in normal course of job performance.

BONNEVILLE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

WITH PREFERENCE GIVEN TO QUALIFIED VETERANS

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