Senior Facilities Technician

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Compensation Range

$27.00-$43.08

Starting Salary Range

27-35.04

Job Description Summary

Perform highly skilled technical and administrative duties in the operation and maintenance of stationary engines, turbines, air compressors, generators, motors, boilers, and auxiliaries; and heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment to supply utilities for buildings. Also perform duties relating to building maintenance and renovation.

Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities

Duties may vary based on assignment.

• Operate, maintain, and repair high pressure steam boilers, HVAC systems, emergency power generators, building security and safety equipment, laundry, kitchen, and other mechanical and electrical stationary equipment and auxiliary components.

• Monitor inventory of parts and materials and reorder as necessary.

• Implement and follow up on preventive maintenance programs.

• Review work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, and equipment operating logs.

• Keep records and logs of operating conditions and pertinent information concerning the operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.

• Supervise the work of subordinate staff by scheduling, assigning, and reviewing work providing training, counseling, and evaluating performance.

• Establish policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure operational efficiency and effective administration of assigned personnel.

• Assist in the preparation of budget documents, monitor status of allocated funds, and control expenses.

• Perform other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of the use and operation of high-pressure steam operated equipment, HVAC systems, emergency power generators, and similar mechanical and electrical equipment and their auxiliaries.

• Considerable knowledge of materials and tools used in the maintenance and repair of stationary mechanical equipment.

• Considerable knowledge of the practices, methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in the renovation, maintenance, and repair of buildings and other physical structures.

• Working knowledge of the budget preparation process.

• Skill in the use of mechanical and electrical testing and diagnostic equipment, shop, and hand tools.

• Ability to detect, analyze, diagnose, and correct malfunctions in stationary mechanical equipment.

• Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.

• Ability to work effectively with others.

Working Conditions

• Work at various buildings and facilities within a law enforcement agency, including inmate-populated areas.

• May work outdoors in a subtropical climate in potential adverse weather conditions.

• Stand or sit at a workstation for prolonged periods, walk long distances, and ascend/descend ladders as needed.

• May engage in very heavy physical exertion (e.g., lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling objects and materials up to 100 pounds).

• May travel to various work sites using a Sheriff’s Office-issued vehicle (e.g., car, full-size van, full-size pickup truck, golf cart) to perform essential duties.

• May work non-standard hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• In the event of an emergency or disaster, may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by management chain, Division/District Commander, or the Sheriff (or their designee). Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster.

Minimum Education & Experience

• A high school diploma or possession of a GED certificate.

• Five years of experience in the operation and maintenance of stationary engines, turbines, air compressors, generators, motors, boilers and/or heating, ventilating, or air conditioning equipment including two years in two or more of the building trades such as carpentry, masonry, electrical and plumbing installation, and/or repair.

Required Pre-Employment Testing

• Completion of pre-employment testing.

Additional Job Requirements

• Attendance at the specified Sheriff's Office work location is required.

• Depending on assignment, emp