Building Maintenance Specialist - Business Services

Journey-Level Maintenance Worker

Marion County requires on-site work. Remote work is not available.

Perform a variety of journey-level maintenance and repair work essential to the function of county buildings to include operation, monitoring, adjustment and repair. Works under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor or designee who assigns and outlines work projects and inspects results for compliance with departmental standards, applicable codes and regulations. Receives training, work assignments, and general guidance on technical aspects of work from a Building Maintenance Specialist Senior. Supervision of employees is not a responsibility of positions in this classification. May provide training to others as part of assigned duties.

This is the journey-level class within the Building Maintenance series. Employees at this level are expected to perform their job functions with only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise. They are aware of the operating procedures and policies within the unit and are expected to use independence of direction and judgment in carrying out their duties.

Typical Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to the following :

• Perform maintenance tasks at one or more of our main campuses : Center Street, Downtown, Jail, and Public Works; and other in-Salem campus buildings and equipment, including some leased facilities. Commonly accomplished through painting, carpentry, plumbing, remodeling, plastering, sheet-rocking, framing, minor electrical, mechanical troubleshooting and repair, HVAC troubleshooting and repair, pneumatic and electrical control wiring, boiler operation, and welding.
• Perform comprehensive maintenance and repair of HVAC systems, electronic controls, air balancing, fire alarm and smoke evacuation, air handlers, fan powered boxes, heating coils, boilers, water heaters, condensing units, exhaust fans, pumps motors, electronic kitchen hoods, dampers, pipe, and duct work.
• Work closely with the Facilities Maintenance Sr. / Lead Worker, Facility Analysts, Project Management Coordinators, and Supervisor to inform the Department Head on contract and bid needs, project outlines, manpower needs, material, and time frames for facility projects.
• Understand and apply blueprint and schematic diagram understanding on various tasks and projects.
• Complete work orders on time and according to department standards.
• Safely operate hand and power tools.
• Establish and maintain positive and professional working relationships with coworkers, customers, other agencies, and the public.
• Organize and prioritize workload.
• Work without close supervision.
• Assist in the training of new and existing staff.
• Support and assist other maintenance workers when need arises.
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Requirements for the Position

Graduation from high school or equivalent; AND Four years of directly related and documented work experience; OR Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

Preference given for possession of a State of Oregon Apprenticeship and Training Council Journeyman's card for one of the following trades : Stationary Engineer, HVAC / R, Plumber, or closely related trades.

The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, including finger printing; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.

Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history.

This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.

This position is represented by a union.

Typical work schedule : Tuesday through Saturday, or Sunday through Thursday, 7 : 30am- 4 : 00pm, with flexibility depending on the needs of the department and program.

Journey-level knowledge of methods and techniques used in one or more of the following trades : carpentry, plumbing, electrical wiring and repair, tile setting and painting, steam fitting, boiler operation and repair, arc and acetylene welding, plastering and general mechanical repair. Substantial skills and abilities to use and operate hand and power tools necessary to building and mechanical maintenance; plan and organize work; read, understand and work from mechanical, electrical and structural blueprints and schematic diagrams; follow written and oral instructions; perform skilled tasks in the repair and maintenance of county buildings, equipment and furnishings; establish and maintain professional and cooperative working relationships with other employees, vendors, and contractors; operate a motor vehicle; understand and exhibit sound preventive maintenance skills, demonstrate the ability to identify, report and correct malfunctioning equipment and seek out opportunities to improve the maintenance, security and efficiency of county facilities.

Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

One of the following : MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following : A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http : / / www.archives.gov / veterans / military-service-records /

Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.

Applicants with a disability may request reasonable accommodation, through Human Resources, in any step of the process to assist them in demonstrating their qualifications to perform the duties of the position for which they are applying. Please e-mail Human Resources if you wish to request an accommodation.

Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits.

Most regular positions in this classification are represented by Marion County Employees Association (MCEA). For a summary of benefits, click here . For a complete and detailed overview of the MCEA benefits package, click here , and select MCEA Benefits from the left menu or Marion County Employees Association (MCEA) from the page links. Regular and temporary employees are represented by MCEA.

Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result.