Marshall County Job Description

Advanced Maintenance Technician

 

 

Department:         Maintenance                                                                        Job Code:              526

Reports To:           Chief Maintenance Supervisor                                         DOT Reference:   899.381-010

Date:                    November 2007                                                                                    

FLSA:                    Non-Exempt                                        

 

Summary

 

Performs routine and emergency maintenance and repairs on County 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.

 

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.             Assist with special projects as assigned by Maintenance Engineer

                9.             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.        Repair and service air conditioners in county vehicles

                  14.        Maintain inventory of spare parts and equipment necessary for making routine repairs of

                                                systems in county buildings              

    

B.            Participate in preventive maintenance program

 

                1.             Perform routine inspections and equipment checks as directed

                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      

 

               

 

 

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.             Ability to complete work order forms and equipment performance reports

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

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

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

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

13.         Ability to prepare simple plumbing and electrical layouts

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

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

                maintenance and repair of county buildings

16.          Ability to set up and climb ladders

17.          Physical Capacity to lift and/or move equipment such as desks, filing cabinets, etc.

 

 

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        

                                                                Universal Refrigeration Technician Certificate*

 

*  Individuals hired without this certificate must obtain it within 90 days following hire date.

                               

                                                               

                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.