Maintenance Worker

Under general supervision, perform minor construction, building maintenance and related activities at City of Big Spring facilities and property.  

Non-Exempt

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Perform needed repairs and general maintenance.
• Repair/maintain heating and cooling systems as required.
• Drive vehicles as needed.
• Move furniture, file cabinets, equipment, etc. using hand dollies.
• Repair/replace electric plugs and cords.
• Hammer nails/stakes.  Install door closers, kick plates, locks, etc.
• Operate drills, buffers, grinders, sanders, etc.
• Operate various power saws, i.e. radial arm skill, etc.
• Perform basic plumbing installations/repairs i.e. install and repair faucets, unclog drains, replace valves, etc.
• Perform semi-skilled carpentry work in the construction and repair of walls, ceilings, etc.
• Perform minor repairs to tables, chairs, desks, cabinets, etc.
• Paint, varnish, and/or seal walls, ceilings, floors, furniture, equipment, etc. using brushes, rollers, air sprayers, etc.
• Operate forklift.
• Read profiles/blueprints.
• Measure using tapes, transits, levels, etc.
• Install/replace floor and ceramic tiles.
• Perform related tasks as required.

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• One to two years of building maintenance and/or construction work, including heating, cooling electrical and plumbing systems
• Possession of a valid Class C Texas Driver's License.

• Must posses required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. 
• Knowledge of basic plumbing.
• Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in routine painting.
• Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in moderate levels of carpentry and construction, i.e. building walls, hanging doors and windows.
• Knowledge of basic electricity.
• Knowledge of basic heating and cooling system operations.
• Knowledge of proper safety practices, procedures, and regulations applicable to work being performed.
• Knowledge of equipment, methods and materials used in repairing and maintaining facilities.
• Knowledge of the equipment, methods, and materials used in ground maintenance.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
• Skill in operating power tools and mechanical equipment effectively and safely.
• Skill in reading and understanding simple blueprints.
• Skill in performing emergency and routine repairs and maintenance as required.
• Skill in oral and written communication.