About this role
Job Title: Building Maintenance Mechanical Specialist FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay Grade: 208 Work Days: 226 Reports To: Building & Facilities Manager Primary Purpose The Building Maintenance Mechanical Specialist performs technical installation, repair, and maintenance of ESC buildings, including the acquisition and monitoring of required specialized assistance, equipment, or mechanical operating systems. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Education/Certification
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current and valid driver's license
• HVAC maintenance certification preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills
• Must possess a basic knowledge of facilities maintenance including but not limited to plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC systems, and grounds care.
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques for conference room tables and chairs.
• Ability to work cooperatively with ESC staff and outside presenters.
• Applicable building, fire, and electrical codes
• Organize, set priorities, and exercise sound judgment within areas of responsibility
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Experience
• Three years prior experience in facilities maintenance is preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities *This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of those principal job elements essential for making fair hiring and pay decisions. **This position may be partially or completely funded using grant and/or federal monies and is assigned programs to include activities designed to enhance the effective and coordinated use of funds.
• Actively participate in and /or leadership of the inter-department team to help improve student performance in the region, improve the center's internal operations, and meet the established goals and objectives for the Center.
• Work collaboratively with the Building & Facilities Manager; act as a proxy in the manager's absence.
• Assist with the opening and closing of the building when needed.
• Inspect and service restrooms as needed during the workday.
• Diagnose problems and make repairs or work with appropriate contractors, and other repair personnel to resolve issues that arise with facilities and equipment.
• Assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining both routine and specialized maintenance schedules and policies for all operating systems and equipment.
• Monitor, repair, install, and perform routine maintenance on associated equipment, including, but not limited to the HVAC, water pumps, generators, and other mechanical operating systems. This includes preventative maintenance programs and procedures.
• Help with room resets as needed.
• Represent the Center in a positive manner by driving company vehicles safely & responsibly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Duties None Equipment/Specialized Software Used Scissor lift, one-man lift, scaffolding, all hand and power tools, auto scrubber for tile floors, vacuum cleaners, carpet extractor, and other hardware necessary to perform the functions of the job effectively and efficiently. Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors) Mental: Public relations and people skills are always required, work with frequent interruptions, and maintain professional composure and confidentiality under stress. Physical: Occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Continual walking and standing; frequent heavy lifting and carrying; climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Environmental: This could include working outside and inside the facility, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces and ladders; and exposure to hot and cold temperatures, dust, and toxic chemicals and materials. Evaluation Annual performance evaluation will be performed in accordance with the adopted policies of the Education Service Center Region 11. Employment in this position is contingent upon performance, need, and funding.