Facilities Maintenance Technician I/II

Note: This job will be posted through 11:59 PM of the day prior to the closing date listed above.

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Washington County's Department of Facilities, Fleet, and Parks takes great pride in the planning, construction, maintenance, and repair of nearly 45 County-owned buildings (over 1.9 million square feet), grounds, parks, and associated hard-scape. We are lookingfor three FacilitiesMaintenance Technicians to join our skilled team in the Facilities Division.

The Facilities Maintenance Technician II is the full journey-level class within the Facilities Maintenance Technician series. Employees in this class are distinguished from the Facilities Maintenance Technician I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions at this level are flexibly-staffed and are typically filled by advancement from the Facilities Maintenance Technician I level. For a complete list of essential duties, please use this link:Facilities Maintenance Technician II

Don't have a Limited Building Maintenance Electrician's license (LBME) or equivalent? That's OK!This position is budgeted at the Facilities Maintenance Technician II, journey level, which requires the LBME license. However, Facilities is happy to underfill the position at the apprentice-level depending on the candidate pool and business needs. If hired at the I level, you will be actively enrolled in an LBME apprenticeship program upon employment with Washington County. Enrollment in the program will continue until you obtain the State of Oregon Limited Building Maintenance Electrician's license (LBME), or equivalent. You will have (1) year to obtain the LBME once you have reached the 2000 hours of electrical experience and completed all LBME classes.

The Facilities Maintenance Technician I is the apprentice-level class in the Facilities Maintenance Technician series. Employees at this level work closely with an assigned technician with the goal of learning the standard practices of the Facilities trade and providing support to the higher-level technicians within the trade. This class is distinguished from the Facilities Maintenance Technician II, in that the apprentice is an active participant in a structured apprentice program leading to full journey-level work. On-the-job training will be provided for entry-level candidates. For a complete list of essential duties, please use this link:Facilities Maintenance Technician I

The ideal candidatesfor these positions are committed to contributing to a safe space for everyone, within and interacting with the Facilities, Fleet, & Parks Department. We are looking for an energetic Facilities Maintenance Technician professional with a passion for public service, an eye for detail, a strong work ethic with the ability to multi-task and adapt to reactive and emergency situations, demonstrate good communication skills, and have consistent attendance. They will enjoy performing routine tasks and be able to shift priorities to respond to urgent work requests with pride, professionalism, and a positive demeanor. The ideal candidate will be interested in growing their skill set and sharing their knowledge with others on the team.

Minimum Qualifications
Facilities Maintenance Technician I(Hourly Rate: $26.54 - $32.26)

• 18 years of age or older.

• A high school diploma or equivalent or ability to obtain GED within 1 year of hiring;OR

• Students currently enrolled in a specialty trade skills training program such as JobCorp;OR

• Completion of a building trade educational apprenticeship program;OR

• Two (2) years of training within a building trade and basic work experience in residential, commercial, or industrial building system maintenance or building construction (e.g. frame, insulate, sheetrock, plumbing, wiring, painting, and fixture installation).

Facilities Maintenance Technician II(Hourly Rate: $30.76 - $37.42)

• A high school diploma or equivalent;AND

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience performing journey-level work in a building trade and experience in residential, commercial, or industrial building system maintenance or in building construction;AND

• Must possess or have ability to obtain within sixty (60) days of hire a State of Oregon Limited Building Maintenance Electrician's license (LBME), or equivalent, as a condition of employment.

Additional Requirements

• Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Oregon and have an acceptable driving record per Washington County policy. To review Washington County's Driver's License and Record Policy:Driver's License & Records Policy(Vehicles - Section 800).

• These positions require an extensive background check.

• Must be able to pass a post-offer physical abilities assessment prior to appointment.

  • For more information on the physical requirements, please visit theJob Task Analysis.

We highly encourage anyone who meets either set of minimum qualifications to apply to fill our current positions and any future vacancies! Both positions are part of the Facilities Maintenance Technician series meaningwe can underfill the Facilities Maintenance Technician II position at the Facilities Maintenance Technician I level. Once you gain the necessary requirements to meet the minimum qualifications, you will promote to be a Facilities Maintenance Technician II.

Pleasenote:candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applicationsreferredforadditionalvacancies in the same classification.

Selection Process:

You can review our standard selection process here.

Our commitment to you:
Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community.

Veterans' Preference:
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link:Veterans' Preference Points.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or email:Careers@WashingtonCountyOR.gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.

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You will be advised by email of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email.

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