Facilities Maintenance Specialist at West Valley City

West Valley City, Utah, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jul, 26

Salary

75294.0

Posted On

08 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Building maintenance, Preventative maintenance, Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical repair, HVAC support, Painting, Construction, Remodeling, Power tools, Safety procedures, Problem-solving, Teamwork, Equipment inspection, Troubleshooting, Facility maintenance

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Description Come join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in our community, where the well-being of our residents is always our top priority. We offer flexible scheduling options (based on position) and foster professional growth through comprehensive training programs and learning opportunities. Shape your future in a career that empowers you to make a difference and thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment. Position Summary Incumbents in this job perform various tasks that include preventative maintenance, grounds maintenance, housekeeping, meeting set up, construction, remodeling, and building repairs. This is a labor position with specialized certificates and/or years of experience in facilities maintenance as described in the sections below. Assists licensed and maintenance employees as needed. May be asked to help custodial staff’s work as need arises, and other duties as assigned. Starting Pay: $54,759 - $75,294, depending on experience. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week Monday-Thursday. Position participates in a rotating on-call shift. Benefits: Full Benefits; health, dental, and life insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, vision reimbursement plan, parental leave Retirement: Utah Retirement Systems, pension and/or 401(k) Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. May be asked by supervisor to be lead the crew on certain projects. Works on remodel and construction projects as directed. Patches and paints walls, trims, and doors in the interior and/or exterior of buildings. Installs and repairs doors, demountable furniture, wall systems, counters, floors, framework, and trim. Replace damaged ceiling tile, floor tile, and wall coverings. Must be able to use hand tools including power tools. Set up meetings, take down, and clean up. Cleans and maintains parking structure including human waste and enduring smells Assists licensed and maintenance employees in inspecting facilities, doing preventative maintenance on equipment, and troubleshooting repairs and issues. Shovels Snow and uses equipment as necessary to maintain a safe environment during winter conditions at city hall, police building, parking structure, and all perimeters of City Complex. Be able to handle bloodborne pathogens properly and safely using PPE and other methods. Detects and eliminates or minimizes safety hazards. Be available for on-call rotation and respond as necessary during evening, weekends and holidays. Assist custodial staff as needed in all their duties. Other tasks and duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities None. May be asked by supervisor to take the lead on some projects. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working knowledge of building maintenance practices, including basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC support, and painting. Ability to perform semi-skilled maintenance tasks such as repairing building components, maintaining mechanical systems, and assisting with construction or renovation projects. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, technical diagrams, and safety procedures. Ability to monitor equipment and identify maintenance needs or safety concerns. Willingness to learn and apply advanced maintenance techniques under the direction of licensed or journey-level professionals. Demonstrated reliability, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Education and/or Experience High School Diploma or GED. At least 3 years of progressive building maintenance experience, demonstrating increasing skill in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC support, or related facility maintenance tasks. Must have at least one of the following specialized training certificates; locksmith, concrete, roofing, carpentry, framing, flooring, heavy equipment operator, CDL class A, or other maintenance related accredited certificate. Language Skills Ability to speak, read, and write English. Mathematical Skill Ability to calculate figures, area, circumference, and volume. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions. Ability to deal with problems and easily solve them as individual and as a team. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid Utah Driver's License, or the ability to obtain one. Physical Demands T The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Must be able to bend, twist, stoop, crawl, stretch, do repetitive motions, and climb ladders. Must be able to bend, twist, stoop, and climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT This position requires us to work both indoors and outdoors and be exposed to varying weather conditions. Contact with cleaning chemicals and exposure to human waste. Exposure to loud noises, bright lights, and vibration from using equipment. Frequent interaction with city employees and citizens in various situations. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Competencies Job Knowledge Safety Quality of Work Quantity of Work Dependability Flexibility Ability to Learn New Skills Application of New Skills Teamwork If you are reading this and hesitating to click "apply" because you do not check every box in the posting, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Responsibilities

The Facilities Maintenance Specialist performs preventative maintenance, building repairs, construction, and remodeling tasks across city facilities. They also assist with custodial duties, meeting setups, and respond to on-call rotations during evenings, weekends, and holidays.