Job Description

Posting number: 202600131

Department: Facilities

Job classification: SPT MAINT REPAIR WORKER/CUSTODIAN

Posting type: Open

Categories: Maintenance, Custodial

Summary

**Applications are accepted until there are sufficient numbers of qualified applications or qualified candidate has been identified. The position could possibly close at any time.***

The Maintenance Repair Worker/ Custodian – Special Part-Time will work under the supervision of a Maintenance Supervisor and will be responsible for a variety of maintenance and repair tasks on County facilities and equipment. The individual may also be tasked with custodial duties, ensuring the cleanliness and upkeep of various areas within County facilities.

Examples of duties

Essential Functions

1. Performs general repairs to County buildings, fixtures, and equipment such as replacing broken windows and light bulbs.
2. Conduct plumbing repairs, including fixing leaks, unplugging drains and fixtures, replacing valves, and assisting with major plumbing jobs.
3. Assists with carpentry and construction tasks, which may involve hanging and finishing drywall, repairing door frames, building walls, and installing counter tops.
4. Performs interior and exterior painting, includes repairing and preparing walls and applying various types of paint.
5. Maintain grounds by operating snow removal equipment, trimming grass, planting flowers, and other related tasks.
6. Move office furniture, assemble and repair office furniture and equipment, and assist with room set-ups for meetings.
7. Operates a motor vehicle for deliveries and other tasks.
8. Performs minor repairs to mechanical equipment such as locks, mowers, kitchen equipment, and appliances.
9. Install carpet, tiles and other floor coverings.
10. Performs roof repair, including patching, replacing flashing, and shingling.
11. Ensures the safe operation and storage of maintenance tools and equipment.

12 . Assists groundskeepers and custodial staff as required.

1. Empty wastebaskets and remove trash from buildings and recycling boxes.
2. Clean and disinfect sinks, restrooms, and exam rooms.
3. Dust and polish furniture, baseboards, file cabinets, and other fixtures
4. Wash windows on lower levels and doors, both inside and outside.
5. Secure all doors and windows and set security system alarms before departure.

Other Functions

Performs other functions as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

Qualifications

Education: High school graduation or equivalent.

Experience: One year of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings. Preferably some prior housekeeping/custodial experience.

Other Requirements: Possession of a valid Michigan Driver’s License.

The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job-related selection or promotional criteria.

Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging, interacting and working with all individuals to ensure clarity and understanding in all interactions.

Supplemental information

Physical Requirements

• Walks over uneven terrain to make repairs.
• Squatting, stooping, kneeling to maintain and repair facilities and equipment.
• Climbing ladders and to paint or make repairs.
• Lifting ability to remove and replace parts on building mechanical systems.
• Ability to lift, push and pull office furniture.
• Ability to lift boxes of supplies, equipment, and other items weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to lift and move plumbing fixtures and other equipment involved in repair tasks

[This job requires the ability to perform the essential functions contained in this description. These include, but are not limited to, the following requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants unable to fulfill one or more of these requirements]

Working Conditions:

• Works in confined spaces.
• Works outside in varying weather conditions.
• Works in all areas of County buildings.
• Works in cramped body positions to perform maintenance and repairs.
• Works in areas with loud noise.
• Exposure to equipment where risk exists of getting burned, bruised or scraped.
• Contact with oil and petroleum products.
• Exposure to large moving parts of various equipment.
• Exposure to solvents and various other chemicals.
• Exposure to gases and fumes.
• Exposure to communicable diseases in the course of some maintenance assignments.
• Follow UAW D step 1

Special Part Time

2023