Facility Maintenance Specialist

Description

Under regular supervision, provides facilities maintenance duties in accordance with the policies and procedures of the City and in compliance with governing federal and state procedures and/or laws. The facilities manager is responsible for managing the design, planning, construction and maintenance of equipment, machinery

for City owned buildings and other City facilities. The position plans, budgets, and schedules facility modifications, including estimates, on equipment, labor, materials, and other related costs.

THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING DUTIES. THEY ARE EXAMPLES ONLY AND MAY BE AMENDED OR ADDED TO AS NEEDED BY THE CITY.

Examples of work performance in this classification include, but are not limited to, the following tasks. These tasks may be amended, or other tasks may be assigned as necessary.

· Coordinate system repairs and monitor system performance.

· Maintain adequate parts inventory and order items as necessary.

· Execute equipment audits and record-keeping policies.

· Coordinate with the appropriate department head on the implementation of building repairs and needs.

· Ensure compliance with all safety and security protocols.

· Manages preventive maintenance of facility equipment, including HVAC and other facility systems.

Competencies :

1. 3+ years experience in facilities management position or in construction trades.

2. Able to read and understand complex electrical, mechanical and automation systems plans.

3. Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical and HVAC systems.

4. Demonstrate leadership skills.

5. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

6. Excellent project management skills.

7. Problem solving/analysis.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No supervisory responsibilities

INCUMBENT PERFORMS OTHER JOB-RELATED TASKS AS ASSIGNED AND REQUIRED; ANY

DUTIES/TASKS INCLUDED IN THE EMPLOYEE’S PERFORMANCE EVALUATION ELEMENTS ARE

ESSENTIAL TO THAT EMPLOYEE’S POSITION WITHIN THE JOB CLASSIFICATION

Requirements

If a candidate believes he/she is qualified for the job although he/she does not have the minimum qualifications set forth below, he/she may request special consideration through substitution of related education and experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High School graduate or GED equivalent along with the completion of minimum of two-years (64 semester hours) college work in an accredited junior college, college, or university with major course work in communications or related technology subjects.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

These physical requirements are not exhaustive and additional job-related physical demands may be added to these by the City if the need arises. Corrective devices may be used to meet these physical requirements.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is regularly performed in a combination of office and shop environments and is regularly exposed to dust, odors, oil, fumes, and noise