Seasonal Maintenance Technician- Facilities

Hiring Range: $23.39-$27.48. The maximum pay for this position is $31.57.

The seasonal Maintenance Technician position performs basic building maintenance work such as assisting with Fairgrounds event set-up and other repair-related duties at the direction of the Operations Supervisor and/or maintenance staff. Performs various maintenance duties to efficiently operate the county’s facilities and grounds, and keep them properly repaired, clean, and safe for public use.

This position is scheduled Monday through Friday 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and will work approximately through mid-October.

Applicants are encouraged to apply by, April 9th, however, the posting will be kept up until filled.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for assistance with building grounds and Fairgrounds events.
• This includes facility maintenance, setting up for events, and maintaining the appearance of the grounds.
• Assist with event grounds set-up and may work actual events.
• Performs preventive and daily maintenance on plumbing, heating, electrical and mechanical systems, including equipment and tools in all county facilities.
• Troubleshoot systems in county facilities; diagnose problems, locate defective parts, and replace them.
• May act as a lead over temporary and community service workers.
• Observes safety and security procedures, uses equipment and materials safely and reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Serves the community by demonstrating Eagle County Government mission and core values and following relevant policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification, or Registration:

• Must be 18 or older
• Three years of minimum maintenance work experience or any combination of education and experience that produces the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must have a driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and safety hazards and precautions used in various building trades.
• Knowledge of machinery and other equipment used in buildings and grounds maintenance.
• Knowledge of a variety of construction and maintenance areas including carpentry, plumbing, buildings and grounds maintenance.
• Knowledge of applicable rules and codes relating to the installation and repair of building equipment and fixtures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to be courteous of others while performing repair and maintenance duties.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and other design drawings.
• Ability to use a wide range of hand and power tools, machinery and equipment within the area of assignment.
• Ability to perform skilled trades, such as carpentry, plumbing or painting.
• Ability to diagnose facility and equipment malfunctions and determine necessary repairs or replacements.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail.
• Requires continued walking, stooping, standing, crawling, crouching, and some climbing; sometimes on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces. Often ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs or hands and arms, bend body downward and forward by bending spine and legs. Use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; and to reach with hands and arms. Lift and carry moderately heavy materials, supplies, and equipment (25-50lbs.)frequently; objects weighing 100 pounds or more.
• Being bilingual in both English and Spanish would be helpful.

Culture & Benefits

Working in local government is one of the best career paths in the mountains. ‘Your Career will Soar with Eagle County’. Get started with us today!

• Why is Eagle County recognized as a Best Place to Work in 2022? Culture of flexibility and support for mental health / wellness. Check out more awards here.
• Purpose! A modern, values-driven workplace with more than 550 employees embracing a welcoming culture, supportive leaders and an organization focused on our mission: Creating a Better Eagle County for All. 
• Learning organization focused on professional development opportunities, FREE CMC classes and Tuition reimbursement. 
• Future focused with our Strategic Plan on improving housing, climate change and more.
• As a certified healthy workplace, our culture recognizes the importance of individual needs and enjoying life outside of work. Other perks may include flexible work arrangements, paid volunteer time, and daytime fitness classes/bike rides.

Great benefits! See the details

• Free classes at Colorado Mountain College
• Eagle County University classes (internal trainings) 
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Bilingual Pay Incentive
• Free bus pass and more

Eagle County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Working in a diverse, respectful and inclusive environment is essential for our employees to be successful in serving our community. We do not discriminate with regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

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