Building Maintenance Specialist

About the role

This position is located at the Yakima Police Department. The preferred shift for this position will be Monday through Friday, 12pm to 8pm. Scheduled hours may be negotiated.

Responsibilities

• Performs a number of custodial duties in and around City of Yakima building complexes facilities, and offices in order to maintain clean, attractive, and sanitary operating conditions.
• Cleans floors using brooms, vacuum, mops, and floor cleaning and waxing equipment; washes windows and walls; empties trash containers; replaces light bulbs.
• Operates and drives City vehicles and other equipment as assigned.
• Checks general building conditions for a variety of City owned, leased or rented locations to assure equipment and facilities are in safe and proper working order; performs minor equipment repairs, keeps inventory of frequently used items; maintains proper heating and cooling levels within the building complex.
• Maintains grounds around building complexes including snow removal from sidewalks, litter control, and maintains lawn and picnic areas.
• Plans, schedules and approves the maintenance and upkeep of assigned buildings.
• Maintains security of buildings; may issue keys and change locks as needed; locks and unlocks doors; replaces light bulbs; may use mowers and edgers to maintain facility grounds; and provides directions to the general public for specific offices and officials.
• Safely drives and operates vehicle, trucks and other motorized equipment to perform required duties in a variety of locations, within a timely and efficient manner and adhering to all traffic laws and regulations.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of experience performing a variety of semi-skilled building maintenance, cleaning and repair work.
• Experience in carpentry, construction, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver's License.
• Must have CPR and First Aid Certificate within six (6) months.

Qualifications

Knowledge of City of Yakima rules, regulations, policies and procedures, federal, state and local traffic laws, rules and regulations, with ability to drive safely and efficiently.

Must be able to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing, and to comprehend and execute moderately complex oral and written instructions.

Knowledge of: basic trade practices used in repairing or maintaining building equipment and facilities; various types of hand and power tools.

Ability to: maintain and provide minor repair on groundskeeping equipment; perform strenuous manual labor; operate cleaning equipment, and work in inclement weather conditions when necessary.

Able to meet and deal with other City employees and the public in a courteous and tactful manner.

Able to possess a valid WA State driver’s license, drive and/or operate equipment, vehicles and tools with precision, speed and safety.

Able to consistently work safely and in compliance with the federal, state and local regulations, laws, policies and standards.

Able to recognize traffic hazards and other potential safety concerns and to make sound decisions and actions while operating vehicles, tools and machinery.

Skills

Knowledge of City of Yakima rules, regulations, policies and procedures, federal, state and local traffic laws, rules and regulations, with ability to drive safely and efficiently.

Must be able to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing, and to comprehend and execute moderately complex oral and written instructions.

Knowledge of: basic trade practices used in repairing or maintaining building equipment and facilities; various types of hand and power tools.

Ability to: maintain and provide minor repair on groundskeeping equipment; perform strenuous manual labor; operate cleaning equipment, and work in inclement weather conditions when necessary.

Able to meet and deal with other City employees and the public in a courteous and tactful manner.

Able to possess a valid WA State driver’s license, drive and/or operate equipment, vehicles and tools with precision, speed and safety.

Able to consistently work safely and in compliance with the federal, state and local regulations, laws, policies and standards.

Able to recognize traffic hazards and other potential safety concerns and to make sound decisions and actions while operating vehicles, tools and machinery.

Benefits

The City of Yakima offers a competitive benefit package including comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, free healthcare clinic, WA State PERS pension plan, 2% contribution to a 457 deferred compensation plan, leave accruals, life insurance, and much more!

The pay range listed for this position is established through the City of Yakima’s Master Pay Ordinance in accordance with the Municipal Code and/or the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

New employees generally start at step A with progression through the steps based on merit and successful performance evaluation.

City of Yakima employees are paid and accrue benefits on a monthly basis.

This position is covered by the AFSCME Municipal collective bargaining unit.