BUILDING MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

About the role

The current vacancy is in the Real Estate and Asset Management Department. The position is non-negotiable with a salary range of $38,060.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance and repair work on buildings and systems, including HVAC, plumbing fixtures, and electrical components.
• Collects lint from dryers and replaces floor and ceiling tiles, defective parts, fluorescent bulbs, and filters.
• Paints walls, doors, and ceilings and performs other minor repairs.
• Identifies and requests supplies needed for tasks such as air filters, controls, and gas valves.
• Inspects buildings to ensure cleanliness and maintenance repairs are completed.
• Makes recommendations regarding equipment replacement.
• Aids other technicians or contractors for more experienced and specific tasks.
• Monitors temperature of chilled water and computerized controls to ensure a comfortable work environment and adjusts as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required, supplemented by vocational or technical training in custodial or building maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, or electrical, or a related field.
• Three years of experience in HVAC, plumbing, or electrical, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License.

Qualifications

• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Skills

• Leadership under pressure: Maintains composure during equipment failures, urgent repairs, or service disruptions while prioritizing tasks effectively; Provides direction to coworkers or contractors during high-pressure maintenance events or emergencies; Allocates tools, materials, and personnel quickly to minimize downtime.
• Operational planning and execution: Schedules and executes routine inspections and maintenance to extend equipment life and reduce failures; Prioritizes, documents, and completes maintenance tasks efficiently and accurately; Understands building systems and aligns maintenance activities with operational needs.
• Adaptability and rapid problem solving: Diagnoses mechanical, electrical, and structural issues quickly and identifies practical solutions; Adjusts to shifting priorities, unexpected breakdowns, and evolving facility demands; Applies creative, safe fixes when standard methods are not immediately available.
• Team cohesion and communication: Communicates repair needs, safety concerns, and project updates to supervisors, vendors, and coworkers; Works effectively with custodial staff, contractors, and other technicians to complete tasks efficiently; Interacts professionally with building occupants and responds to maintenance requests respectfully.
• Safety and risk awareness: Recognizes unsafe conditions, equipment risks, and environmental hazards before they escalate; Follows OSHA, fire code, and facility safety standards in all maintenance activities; Responds appropriately to alarms, leaks, outages, and other urgent building issues.
• Technical and equipment proficiency: Operates, maintains, and repairs HVAC systems, lighting, plumbing, and building infrastructure; Uses hand tools, power tools, diagnostic devices, and maintenance equipment safely and effectively; Reads blueprints, schematics, and manuals to guide repairs and installations.

Benefits

No specific benefits are mentioned in the job posting.

Pay

The salary for this position is $38,060, non-negotiable.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is not specified in the job posting.