Building Maintenance Worker

Job Summary

The Building Maintenance Worker will perform unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair work associated with buildings, equipment, grounds, and related tribal facilities.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled and manual work involving building maintenance, minor carpentry, painting, mechanical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, grounds maintenance or custodial maintenance projects.
• Perform various tasks involving routine maintenance of electrical systems: maintain and repair lighting fixtures and switches; replace motors, switches, motion sensors, timers, photocells, fuses, thermostats, bulbs, and ballasts.
• Perform various tasks involving routine maintenance of plumbing systems: install/repair plumbing fixtures and components; clear water lines, drains and toilets; repair plumbing leaks; repair/replace faucets, traps and disposals.
• Perform various tasks involving routine maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems: cleans/replaces filters; and replaces parts as needed.
• Perform various general building maintenance or construction projects: remove, repair, and replace floor/ceiling tile; repair doors and hardware; replace windows, doors and glass panes; construct or assemble tables, cabinets, shelving or furniture.
• Perform various general manual tasks in support of departments or tribal projects/functions: erect signs and flags; set up rooms and areas for meetings or events; lift or move equipment, furniture, and heavy materials; load, transport and unload equipment and materials.
• Follow safety procedures, utilize safety equipment and monitor work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals: places safety cones, markers, signs to alert employees/citizens of work areas, wet floors, other potential hazards, lock/secure chemical storage areas.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level as requested by supervisor or director.

Knowledge

• Hand tools, power tools and materials used in all facets of building maintenance and construction work;
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions;
• Yaqui culture, customs, resources and traditions and/or a willingness to learn.

Skills and Abilities

• Techiques of electrical, plumbing, mechanical and general heating and cooling equipment maintenance and minor repair work;
• Exercise care in the use of various chemicals used in building maintenance;
• Follow verbal and written instructions;
• Operate powered equipment;
• Lift or move objects up to 75 pounds;
• Work outside in varying weather conditions;
• Operate a variety of office equipment, including a computer and related software applications;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, supervisor, management, Council members, and the public.
• Have ability to sufficiently exchange or convey information and receive verbal and written work instructions.

Education, Certifications And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED and six (6) months experience in general building maintenance.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
• Yaqui language an asset but not required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver's License.

Special Requirements

• This position will require the incumbent to work non-traditional hours, nights, and weekends.
• Must have a current Level 1 Arizona Clearance Card or be able to obtain the Level 1 Arizona Clearance Card within ninety (90) days of hire.
• Failure to maintain a current Level 1 Clearance Card will result in termination from this position.

Benefits

• The Pascua Yaqui Tribe provides 22 days of Paid Time Off which increases with years of service and 15 paid Holidays per year.
• We offer a comprehensive healthcare benefit package that surpasses or rivals the biggest organizations in Tucson.
• We encourage you to stay healthy by providing an onsite Wellness Center.
• The Tribe offers a 401(k) Plan with a generous match in which you're immediately vested along with a profit sharing plan after one year of employment.
• Sworn police and and fire employees are eligible to make Pre-Tax and After-Tax contributions to the Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement Systems ("PSPRS").

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