REGULAR HOURS OF WORK: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., flexible as needed (260 days) – 37.5 hours per week

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Director of Operations

DEPARTMENT: Operations

SPECIFICATIONS:

As an employee of the Fairfield County Board of Developmental Disabilities, the job incumbent shall comply with all Board policies at all times, and shall demonstrate respect for, support dignity of, and observe the rights of all individuals served by the agency.

40% Facilities

Opens building(s) at prescribed time daily.

Maintains the physical condition of assigned Board and other facilities, grounds, including lawn care, landscaping, hedge/tree trimming, pool maintenance, painting, minor carpentry work, refuse removal, material storage, snow/ice removal, and other tasks associated with facility-grounds maintenance, including the operation of equipment and machinery relevant to assigned areas and tasks

Installs, operates and maintains or secures maintenance of heating, cooling, fire detection and suppression, electrical, plumbing, security, and other systems.

Works in conjunction with IT to install, operate and maintain wireless LAN and WAN; and telephone systems.

Conducts routine inspections of building(s) and equipment, checking for any needed repairs and replacements and performs preventive maintenance. Reports all needs for major maintenance to the Facilities Team Coordinator.

Secures buildings, as needed

Performs set-up and take-down of rooms for scheduled meetings and events as directed.

Maintains rented property as required by leases.

Performs minor tasks as requested, e.g., furniture and appliance repair; construction of items such as shelves, bulletin boards, large furniture items; moves computers; maintains and repairs adaptive equipment. Cleans areas upon completion of repairs, and as needed.

40% Equipment

Maintains operation of Board owned machines, appliances, plumbing, etc. and/or repair, when possible, and coordinate repairs of any and all equipment with Facilities Team Coordinator.

Operates, maintains and repairs existing heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical and cleaning equipment for agency buildings, e.g., low pressure boilers, electric heaters, large air conditioners, heat pumps, plumbing system, electrical fixtures, for jobs not requiring a license or certification.

Performs unskilled and minor semiskilled maintenance tasks: for example repair and/or assemble furniture; paint interior and exterior surfaces; fix/replace electrical plugs; repair holes in walls; change air filters and lamps; grease specified bearings; clean vents; tighten belts; change ceiling tiles; and repair toilets and fix faucets. Repairs doors, locks, cabinets, chairs, desks, floors, and windows.

Performs semi-skilled and skilled repairs of pipes, toilets, steam traps, grease traps, water lines, sewer lines, and other pieces of plumbing equipment.

10% Administrative

Assesses, recommends, and documents facilities-grounds preventive maintenance and/or repair.

Assists with fire and severe weather drills, as requested.

Performs basic automotive functions (check oil, tire pressure, lights, complete vehicle maintenance check list); as assigned.

Prepares, maintains and submits work related records to include when work was completed, work performed, materials used. Maintains facility, grounds, and equipment records.

Maintains professional relationships with all vendors, contract services and other maintenance support persons as requested.

Maintains an orderly work area including storage areas, closets, sheds, etc.

Maintains adequate knowledge of emergency procedures to follow for fire, water, gas or electrical failure, or hazardous breakdowns.

Monitors usage of and maintains inventory and makes recommendations for the ordering of maintenance supplies and equipment, and recommends purchases as applicable.

10% Other

Assists with special projects and events upon request. Provides supervision of facilities during evening and/or weekend events, per request, and reports any and all problems as directed.

Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of information regarding individuals served. Attends training workshops, in-services, conferences as required/requested. Completes all required trainings as assigned.

Adheres to the policies and standards adopted by the FCBDD. Relate program philosophies to the public in a positive manner. Maintains a professional and cooperative relationship with fellow staff and administration.

Reports major maintenance concerns to Facilities Team Coordinator.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Responds to daily emergencies; respond to emergency call back. Recognizes unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action.
Available during emergency situations. Responds to building alarm calls, mechanical failures, etc. upon request.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of two years’ experience working with electrical, plumbing, building structure, heating/cooling and grounds keeping. HVAC experience preferred.
Ability to lift, carry and move up to 75 lbs. frequently in a safe manner
Knowledge of OSHA/PERRP standards.
Valid, Ohio drivers’ license, personal vehicle insurance and driving record acceptable to agency insurance carrier.

Ability to use hand/power tools, mulcher, riding/hand mowers, table/hand saws, acetylene torch, arc welder, snow blower, forklift, etc.

Ability to utilize basic computer programs (e-mail, internet, Excel, etc.)

FLSA: Hourly/Non-Exempt from Overtime

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: One Calendar Year

STATUS: Classified, Civil-Service

NOTE: Working conditions may exist that are not such as normally exist in the occupation of the public employee. These conditions may include exposure to bloodborne pathogens, communicable disease, potentially infectious materials, and/or aggressive or other maladaptive behavior.

The Fairfield County Board of DD does not discriminate in provision of services or employment because of handicap, race, color, creed, national origin, sex or age.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

For Purposes of 42 USC 12101 and OAC 41120-5-08

FACILITIES TECHNICIAN

1. Manages and implements buildings and grounds programs for property occupied by the Fairfield County Board of DD and as assigned.

2. Performs plumbing, electrical, custodial, maintenance duties.

3. Plans, schedules and assigns work.

4. Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

5. Communicates effectively with staff, administration, vendors and outside agencies.

6. Lifts, moves and carries up to 75 lbs frequently.

7. Prepares and evaluates reports, surveys, applications, plans, budgets, bid specifications and other documents. Completes required training as

assigned.

8. Examines, interprets and implements applicable laws, statutes, rules, regulations, codes, safety requirements, policies and procedures.

9. Complies with Individual Bill of Rights.

10. Maintains valid Ohio Drivers’ license, personal vehicle insurance and driving record acceptable to agency insurance carrier.

11. Acts in the best interest of the Fairfield County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

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