Building Maintenance Technician - Facilities Management

This position is classified as an essential employee and located in the Facilities Management Department. You may be required to work non-standard work hours for on-call or during inclement weather or other emergency activities. The schedule will be between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

About the Role

Performs general maintenance and repair work on buildings, equipment, grounds, and related facilities: and performs semi-skilled manual work involving building maintenance, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and drywall, masonry, custodial, or other maintenance projects.

Responsibilities

• Assists in ensuring that operation, construction, and maintenance of buildings, equipment, and systems are in compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards: conducts maintenance inspections of buildings, equipment, grounds, and facilities to identify potential problems, unsafe conditions, and needed repairs; and initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
• Performs various plumbing tasks: troubleshoots plumbing problems: installs and repairs plumbing fixtures; clears and unblocks water lines and drains; repairs steam lines, toilets, sinks, faucets, drinking fountains, etc.; solders pipes; and repairs plumbing leaks.
• Performs various electrical tasks: troubleshoots electrical problems; installs electrical receptacles and switches; repairs electrical components; trips or replaces breaker; and replaces light bulbs and ballasts.
• Performs various tasks involving general building maintenance, carpentry, masonry or construction projects: paints interior and exterior surfaces; performs general concrete work, plaster applications and places sheetrock; removes, repairs, and replaces floor/ceiling tile; inspects, installs and repairs roofs; installs, adjusts, and repairs doors and hardware; replaces windows, doors, and glass panes; lubricates hardware; performs locksmith duties; and performs related maintenance and repair activities.
• Determines amount of materials needed to complete projects: provides cost projections as requested; gathers equipment, tools, parts, and supplies; monitors inventory levels; and orders new or replacement materials as required.
• Participates in the setup and removal of tables, chairs, stages etc. for daily meetings and classes and special events.
• Responsible for purchasing construction and maintenance related items; accountable for delivery of related financial paperwork to administrative staff.
• Accountable for proper use of County-issued credit card following all Purchasing guidelines, including upload of receipts, online signoff and monthly reconciliation of statement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required, supplemented by previous experience in building maintenance and repair.
• Licenses and Certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Physical Abilities

• Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).
• Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, taste, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
• Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, smoke, noise extremes, and electric currents.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.

Application Instructions

Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed. High School Diploma or GED Some College Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Advanced Degree None of the above

If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.

How many years of experience do you have in building maintenance and repair? No experience Less than two years of experience Two to four years of experience More than four years of experience

Please describe your experience in building maintenance and repair. Enter N/A of this does not apply.

Do you have a current and valid driver's license? Yes No

Background Check

This position requires an extensive criminal background check to gain access to secured court buildings throughout Cobb County Government and provide copies of any education documents listed on your application. Do you understand that your employment in this position is contingent upon successfully passing this background check?

Conditional Offer

If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report check (MVR), a physical, a drug screen and provide copies of any education documents listed on your application. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?