Specialist (Building Maintenance)

Essential Functions

• Aids in planning and implementing maintenance and improvement projects, including procurement of necessary materials.
• Performs duties related to carpentry, plumbing, new construction, HVAC repairs, infrastructure improvements, electrical updates, and general labor assistance to projects as assigned.
• Fields internal complaints and initiates appropriate corrective action within incumbent’s scope of authority.
• Operates equipment and assists other work crews.
• Inspects conditions of structures, facilities and equipment for repairs and needed improvement(s).
• Keeps inventory, time and material records and maintains work reports as assigned.
• Serves as a member on various employee committees.
• Oversees and inspects maintenance work and improvements performed by private contractors.
• Collaborates with utility companies, contractors, property owners and other City departments.
• Solves conflicts within scope of authority.
• Provides information and responds to inquiries from contractors, property owners, staff and the general public regarding assigned work projects.
• Compiles information and prepares work progress reports as required.
• Maintains the shop clean and safe.
• Participates in leaf pick-up and snow plowing programs.

Qualifications

• Graduated from high school or obtained a GED equivalent.
• At least five (5) years of building maintenance or construction experience.
• Preference given to those with plumbing or carpentry experience.
• Working knowledge of applicable laws, standards, codes and regulations relating to construction, inspection, safety and control.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of practices, methods, materials and tools used in building, facilities and park maintenance.
• Proficiency in the proper and safe operation of listed tools and equipment.
• Working knowledge of first aid and applicable safety procedures.
• Ability to acquire, within six (6) months of date of hire, a valid State of Ohio Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class “A” with tanker endorsement.
• Preference given to State of Ohio Licensed Plumbers, HVAC, Electrical or Refrigeration through the Ohio Department of Commerce or individuals with Pipefitting Journeyman Certification or Carpenter Journeyman Certification through the Associated Builders and Contractors.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate, both orally and in writing, with City employees and officials and the general public.

Benefits

The City of Stow offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees, including major medical hospitalization, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees have excellent coverage with affordable monthly contributions. Employees also have the option to purchase ancillary insurance and participate in deferred compensation.