Marshall County Job Description

Maintenance Technician

Department: Sheriff Job Code: 525

Reports To: Jail Administrator DOT Reference: 899.381-010

Date: November 2007

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Summary

Performs routine and emergency maintenance and repairs on Sheriff’s Department buildings while using a variety of hand and power tools. Performs a wide variety of activities such as electrical, carpentry, painting, plumbing work and heating, ventilating and air conditioning work. Layout and design work routine electrical, carpentry, painting, plumbing, and HVAC work and troubleshoot and maintain HVAC control systems. Orders food and supplies for department, and supervises inmates as needed.

Essential Job Functions

A. Perform a wide variety of building maintenance tasks involving plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks including HVAC maintenance and operation

1. Perform routine repairs to electrical systems in county buildings such as replacing electrical motors, testing equipment with Multi-Meters, repairing and replacing defective breakers, wires, and receptacles

2. Perform emergency mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairs as needed

3. Respond to work orders by performing such repairs as requested and complete work order form indicating actions taken

4. Repair kitchen and laundry equipment

5. Paint and replace ceiling tiles and grid when warranted

6. Hang and finish sheet rock, paneling and doors

7. Clear clogged drains, replace washers and faucets as needed.

8. Adhere to safety and fire prevention rules and report any unsafe conditions to supervisor immediately

10. Make routine and emergency repairs to HVAC systems and related controls

11. Upgrade control systems to maintain and increase energy efficiency of systems

12. Perform minor layout and installation work of new or revised systems

13. Maintain elevator

14. Service and maintain locks, controls, and gates in jail

B. Participate in preventive maintenance program

1. Perform routine inspections and equipment checks

2. Check and services motors, and replace air filters as needed

3. Maintain records of repairs and preventative maintenance performed on

equipment

4. Assist in establishing and placing preventive maintenance programs into

operation

5. Monitor preventive maintenance programs to insure that goals are met

C. Perform other tasks to promote efficient operation of department

1. Order food for jail kitchen

2. Order cleaning supplies and paper products for jail

3. Supervise inmates assigned as helper on various tasks

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Knowledge of basic principles of building maintenance, including standard practices and methods of electrical power usage, plumbing, carpentry, drywall, painting and HVAC

2. Knowledge of electrical systems, plumbing practice and HVAC systems

3. Knowledge of materials, essential spare parts and equipment necessary for maintaining

county facilities

4. Knowledge of Federal and State regulations relating to usage, control and disposal of

approved refrigerants

5. Knowledge of safety rules, including accident causation and prevention

6. Knowledge of county and departmental policies, procedures, regulations and rules

7. Knowledge of tools and equipment used in building maintenance

8. Knowledge of food requirements for inmates and proper quantities per person in order to efficiently order for jail

9. Ability to complete work order forms and equipment performance reports

10. Ability to understand mechanical reports, blueprints, and wiring and controls diagrams

11. Ability to communicate orally with co-workers, supervisor, and contractors

12. Ability to inspect, diagnose problems, and complete repairs in a timely and effective manner

13. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions

14. Ability to prepare simple plumbing and electrical layouts

15. Ability to revise and upgrade control systems to enhance overall operation and efficiency

16. Ability to maintain inventory of materials, spare parts, and equipment commonly used in

maintenance and repair of buildings

17. Ability to calculate and order appropriate food for preparation in jail

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED certification plus two years of building maintenance work which included electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and required reading building plans, specifications and blue prints or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other: Valid Driver's License

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job classification. All incumbents may not perform all job duties listed, and some incumbents may perform some duties which are not listed, and incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description.