Maintenance Worker I Jobs

Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled duties in the general maintenance, basic repair work on various mechanical and building systems, and upkeep of buildings, grounds, and machinery. Operates various equipment such as mowers, snow blowers, hand and electric power tools. Usually assigned to maintain and upkeep a specific County building, but will routinely work throughout the County as needed.

• Use of hand and power tools
• Carpentry basics
• Safety regulations and standards relating to facilities maintenance
• Heating and cooling system basics
• English language to include basic grammar, sentence structure, and punctuation
• Operation, basic repair, and maintenance of various equipment used for cleaning, snow removal, and yard maintenance
• Plumbing and electrical system basics

• Be detailed oriented while performing duties
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and members of the public
• Climb ladders and work at considerable heights
• Organize and prioritize multiple tasks
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
• Understand and follow instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, and schedule form
• Represent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy manner
• Endure exposure to adverse weather conditions and terrains while conducting field work
• Use a computer for the purposes of e-mail and internet
• Have sufficient personal mobility to complete field work at various county facilities
• Work flexible schedule and occasional overtime as needed
• Have sufficient vision which permits light production and review of a wide variety of materials including electronic and hardcopy forms
• Handle low to moderate levels of stress and meet deadlines appropriate to the position
• Have clarity of speech, hearing, and writing which permits effective communication
• Perform moderately heavy manual labor for extended periods
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds
• Have sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and hand tools with moderate to heavy use and make handwritten notations
• Stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, squat, bend, twist, reach, and crawl
• Perform a variety of routine manual tasks in the general maintenance of buildings, grounds and equipment

High school graduate (or equivalent) plus some specialized or technical training AND two (2) years of experience in general maintenance work including buildings and grounds; OR any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Special Requirements: Valid driver's license and insurable under county liability coverage. Must pass background check.

To be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Performs routine maintenance of heating and air conditioning units such as changing filters, greasing bearings, and oiling motors.
• Performs minor electrical repairs such as repairing cords and switches.
• Replaces light bulbs, fluorescent lights, ballasts switches and receptacles.
• Performs duties of a Custodian as needed.
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreement and safety practices.
• Repairs office furniture, refresh wall coverings, floor and ceiling systems, and interior and exterior doors and windows.
• Clears restroom stoppages, repairs leaky faucets, plumbing, and faulty valves and related items.
• Performs routine maintenance and repair of mowers and vehicles.
• Mows grass, trims shrubs, and performs other grounds maintenance tasks.
• Performs light carpentry work.
• Checks boiler pressure and when necessary, adds chemicals to the boiler system.
• Attends work regularly at the designated place and time.
• Responds to employee requests of installation for wall hangings and furnishings.
• Responds to lighting failures, lock/key requests, fixture installations and repairs.
• Removes snow and otherwise establishes safe walkways for pedestrians.