FACILITY MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Clark County, NV • Las Vegas, NV, US • $26 - $40 / hour • 2w ago

The Clark County Department of Real Property Management is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Facility Maintenance Technician position. As an active member of our work team, you will perform skilled and semi-skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, security and structural systems and elements of County buildings and facilities. This position will be responsible for work related to our Operations Division.

PLEASE NOTE: This position performs maintenance, repair, and construction at all facilities across Clark County which could include detention facilities, court facilities, family/youth/recreation facilities, rural locations, coroner’s office and morgue, and campus locations. This position could also be subject to shift work that includes nights, evenings, and weekends.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 250 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED.

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union.

Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from high school AND six (6) years of full-time skilled experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of building operating systems and facilities. Successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an electrician; plant, HVAC or facility mechanic or in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required experience. Attendance at a recognized trade school is desirable.

All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.

Working Conditions: Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations. Work out of doors in all weather conditions. Specified position may be required to work in a detention facility.

Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Class C Nevada driver's license at time of appointment. Certification in a specific building trade is desirable.

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Participates in the design, layout and planning of office, public facility, shop, and other remodeling, repair or modification projects affecting County buildings and facilities; takes measurements; prepares working drawings and sketches; assists in preparing project specifications.
Estimates materials, tools and equipment needed for work assignments; orders and picks up materials and supplies from outside vendors as appropriate; prepares cost estimates for job.
Performs skilled and semi-skilled craft work in the installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical, HVAC, electrical, security, and related facility systems and components.
Inspects boilers, HVAC equipment, generators, pumps, motors and similar mechanical/electrical equipment on a regular basis; troubleshoots problems and repairs as required.
Performs welding and brazing on piping systems and mechanical components; fabricates metal elements as for facility and equipment repair.
Tests and treats water in air conditioning and heating systems; recharges refrigeration systems.
Repairs and installs doors and door hardware; changes and keys locks; installs security devices, alarm systems, pneumatic door closures and related hardware; performs semi-skilled rough and finish carpentry work.
Inspects and maintains electronic information, communication and control systems; ensures that sensors, controllers and transmitters are in proper working condition.
Maintains and services a variety of test equipment and hand and power tools; keeps small inventory of frequently used supplies and hardware.
Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
May direct the work of less skilled assistants on specific projects; may directs the work of temporary workers, juveniles or volunteers; ensures that proper safety precautions are followed.
Maintains records of work performed and materials used.
May install, repair and maintain commercial overhead doors including maintaining door operation, radio receivers and transmitters.
Drives County vehicles, including snowplows, forklifts and other equipment, depending upon assignment to work sites and transports materials and assistants as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical shop, mechanical room, or related maintenance setting, including operating typical trade equipment, hand and power tools and standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle to various work sites; stamina to stand, walk and climb and to work in confined or awkward spaces for an extended period of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.