Maintenance Technician at Lake County Government

Leadville, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

52000.0

Posted On

31 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Equipment Maintenance, Park Maintenance, Facility Repair, Construction, Electrical Wiring, Plumbing, Masonry, Carpentry, Welding, Small Engine Repair, Vehicle Mechanics, Landscaping, Irrigation Systems, HVAC Knowledge, Snow Removal, Heavy Equipment Operation

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician Department: Facilities Reports To: Director of Facilities and Fleet Classification: Full Time, Non-Exempt Compensation Range: $48,000-$52,000 Benefits: Lake County Benefits Position Summary Lake County Government in Leadville, CO is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician for our Public Works Department. This entry-level position is a member of a team that oversees the maintenance and repair of all buildings, facilities, grounds, and parks of Lake County. General Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions: Assist in fabricating and constructing park and facilities repairs which may include park shelters, picnic tables, park signs, parking areas, small buildings, remodeling, facilities, painting, and other similar projects. Assist in facility and office repairs and maintenance requests which may include moving of office furniture, furniture assembly or repair, lightbulb & smoke alarm battery replacement. Seasonal snow removal from County facility sidewalks Operates a variety of heavy and light equipment including mowers, chainsaws, tractors, backhoes, and trash compactors, small snowplows, pickup with snowplow. Other routine preventative servicing to ensure equipment and facilities maintain good working order. Other small ‘handyman’ construction and maintenance projects as they arise. Any additional duties as required. Supervisory Responsibilities Not applicable, could possibly change. Requirements High School diploma or GED required supplemented by specialized training in equipment maintenance, park facilities, horticulture, or a related field required. Must have a Colorado Drivers License One (1) year of experience in a directly related field required. Proven experience in the methods, techniques, hand & power tools, and materials used in park maintenance, facility repair and construction, and related vehicle and equipment repair Strong general knowledge of basic electrical wiring, plumbing, masonry, carpentry, welding, small engine, and vehicle mechanics Experience in landscaping practices including lawn, irrigation systems, tree, and shrub care. Knowledge of swimming pool mechanics and preventative maintenance Basic HVAC knowledge Ability to lift 50lbs without assistance & more than 50lbs with assistance Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. Preferred bilingual in English and Spanish Physical Activity & Work Environment The incumbent will perform work primarily in an indoors office environment. They can expect to sit for long periods of time in front of a computer. They will also perform work outdoors at the Lake County Landfill and on County Roads. The incumbent should be prepared to lift objects up to 100 lbs. as needed but can expect those occurrences to be infrequent. They may be exposed to chemicals, moving machinery, and loud noises. The incumbent should be able to see both near and far distances and use peripheral vision, with or without assistance from glasses/contacts. EOE Statement Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability is available upon request. Notice of Work Authorization Requirement Applicants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States. Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. Notice of Emergency/Disaster Responsibilities All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners. To be prepared for this role, all employees and emergency service function (ESF) leads will attend emergency management trainings and exercises as requested by the Director of Emergency Management. With advanced notification from OEM, employees will make reasonable efforts to attend training events in coordination with other employees and supervisors. Other Duties Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Expected Duration of the Application Process Due to the nature of the application and selection process for Lake County full-time positions, applicants can reasonably expect the application process to take a significant amount of time to complete before a decision is made to hire or not to hire. Typically, it takes approximately two (2) to four (4) weeks from the date of application to complete the entire selection process. The length of time it takes to complete the process can vary depending on a variety of factors. Please note that this is an estimated duration of the selection process.

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Technician assists in the maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, grounds, and parks. Responsibilities include fabricating repairs, handling maintenance requests, and operating various equipment.