The Maintenance Technician is responsible for receiving, generating, prioritizing, and closing work requests. Assists in a variety of semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of county buildings and assets. Conducts equipment and mechanical inventory evaluations, repairs and/or replaces building parts as necessary for preventative maintenance and proper building functions. Assists higher skilled trades personnel with repairs, troubleshooting, and cleanup. Coordinates and responds to service requests and evaluates and documents maintenance and costs. Exercises discretion in identifying projects requiring the services of higher skilled trades personnel; assists in obtaining quotes and arranging for services and escort of outside vendors and contractors as needed; annotates and updates work logs for specific site requirements.

Apply By:

03/31/24

Division:

Library Division

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefit Eligibility:

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

Hiring Range: $19.06 - $24.07 per hour.

•  Performs a variety of work in the maintenance and repair of county buildings, structures, and grounds in accordance with blueprints, manuals, building codes, and industry standards using common, task specific hand and specialized tools, and equipment. Maintains clean, safe, and orderly sites and service rooms. Performs masonry, painting and heating and cooling systems repairs and troubleshooting. Performs basic electrical installation and repair work in wiring for switches, outlets, plugs, cables, power circuits and appliances; repairs lighting systems; inspects electrical systems and fixtures for unsafe conditions. Performs basic rough and finished carpentry work in construction and repair of structures such as partitions, walls, doors, fences, window frames, office furniture, and selves. Performs basic repairs of plumbing leaks or breaks; opens clogged lines and drains; replaces washers and other minor parts; maintains and monitors septic systems. Moves and removes furniture in buildings. Sets up various spaces and functions for public and staff. Deliver, move, and remove boxes, supplies, books, and materials.

• May use forklift, pallet jacks, manual lifting, and other equipment.

• Maintains grounds by conducting projects for grounds and exterior improvement, preventative maintenance, safety, and order. May include partitions, walls, outdoor equipment, furniture, irrigation repair and maintenance, lawn mowing, trimming, weeding, aerating, weed control, seeding, fertilizing, pesticide application and all other outdoor related projects. Replaces furniture, equipment, plants, sets sprinklers, replaces broken sprinkler heads, adjusts automatic time clocks and system pressure, if necessary, maintains grounds maintenance equipment, remove and trims small trees, tree branches and shrubs.

• Maintains exterior surfaces, curbs, and parking stops by conducting projects for improvement, preventative maintenance, safety, and order. May include sidewalk, pavement, and curbing maintenance and repair to include of concrete, asphalt, painting.

• Performs various administrative tasks by utilizing technology and software to maintain facility notebooks, records, logs, manuals, equipment, inventory, and organizing and properly documenting budget. Provide inventory and cost analysis. Track and tag inventory. Enter data and generate reports from computer-based spreadsheets, databases, and word processing programs. Record service requests and maintenance information on the computer. Communicates via email, phone, and face to face.

• Participates in performing snow and ice removal duties when required, including operating snow removal equipment.

• Responds to building emergency calls and alarms 24/7 when scheduled and as needed.

• Maintain, clean, and operate county vehicles and equipment, including basic preventive maintenance. Maintain and order parts for equipment and janitorial supplies.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required--

Motor Vehicle Record check at hire.

First Aid, CPR and AED certificate may be required within 6 months.

Colorado Driver's License - at hire.

Motor Vehicle Record check - at hire.

JCPL -- Forklift certification within 6 months of hire.

Education:

Experience:

Work Experience: Minimum one year

Certifications:

Languages:

Category:

Maintenance & Trades

Job Summary

Clark County Public Works looks for people who can grow, think, lead and inspire. We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill, passion and commitment to public service.

Clark County Parks and Lands team is committed to equity and inclusion. An ideal candidate for this job will be able to communicate in a culturally aware way across varies levels of diversity. As the Grounds Maintenance Specialist will maintain and improve turf, plants, shrubs, ground covers, paths, walkways, trails, parking lots, sports fields, play equipment, and recreation facilities in county park/grounds, and downtown campus locations.

The work involves performing heavy manual labor, herbicide application, and using specialized equipment, machines, and hand tools. Responsibilities will also include maintaining, restocking and cleaning restrooms and may provide supervision and training to small groups of temporary workers, volunteers, and offender crews.

The position may include swing shift and weekends.

This position is represented by Local 307CO - Washington State Council of County and City Employees

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.

• Two years of experience involving parks or grounds maintenance; landscape construction and/or maintenance or any other labor-intensive work experience that directly involves the skills required to operate landscape related machinery, small tools, power tools, vehicles or equipment.
• Must possess a valid motor vehicles operator’s license.
• Must possess or obtain within five (5) months of hire a Commercial Driver’s License Class A with ‘N’ tanker endorsement.
• Must be able to obtain a commercial Public Pesticide Applicators License within five months of hire.
• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal record check that includes fingerprinting
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and will be subject to random drug testing throughout employment
• Be able to work outdoors with exposure to a variety of weather conditions including extreme heat and cold
•  Assignments are labor intensive which require the physical ability to stand and/or walk while manipulating a variety of tools to perform assigned tasks.
• Work requires the ability to navigate on uneven terrain, bend, crouch, reach, and lift to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• May be required to obtain Playground Safety Inspection Certification by The National Playground Safety Institute.
• Washington State Flagger’s certification preferred

Knowledge of: Function and use of tools and equipment identified above; and safety practices required in grounds maintenance functions.  Knowledge of principles and methods of grounds maintenance, irrigation systems, chemical application materials, and horticulture preferred.

Ability to: Perform heavy laboring tasks for extended periods in unfavorable weather conditions such as extreme heat or cold in a safe and efficient manner; work independently with limited supervision, respond to questions, complaints, and request for service from the general public in a courteous manner, understand and follow oral and written instructions and prepare written reports and schedules, instruct alternative workers i.e. offender work crews in performing tasks.

Selection Process:

Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application.  Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.

Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required.  Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review.  Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.  Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.  Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.

Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.

It is general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.

First review of candidates will be February 27th. This recruitment may close at any time on or after the first review date.

Examples of Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Construct and maintain shrub and turf areas in parks, medians, green spaces; turf area aeration and thatching; pruning shrubs, trees and undergrowth; mowing of turf areas in parks, sports fields, and County rights-of-way.
• Operate a variety of complex equipment necessary to create, maintain and repair grounds and facilities.  Examples of equipment operated include: pickup, bucket truck, hook lift truck, backhoe, front-end loader, beach sweeper, herbicide application equipment; and a variety of mowers and tractors with attachments such as flail, brush hog, hole auger, seeder, thatcher, and aerator.
• Install and maintain structures such as fences, gates, traffic barriers, signs, recreation facilities, play centers, and picnic tables in County parks and green spaces; maintain records of inspections and repairs as required.
• Apply knowledge of pesticides and additives in identifying and applying chemicals to weeds, turf, trees and plants to control a variety of plant pests and diseases; maintain records as required by law for pesticide applications.
• Maintain facilities such as restrooms and bathhouses by sweeping floors and scrubbing walls, ceilings and sanitary fixtures; filling paper and soap dispensers; changing light bulbs, clearing the facilities of litter and garbage, and removing graffiti.
• Maintain adequate inventory of supplies and equipment required for ongoing activities and special projects, including the purchase of plants, stakes, tree ties, lime, seed, fertilizer, etc.
• Daily, instruct and direct offender work crews and/or temporary employees.  Occasionally, coordinate and supervise volunteer groups such as schools, scouts, and special interest groups.
• Assist with crowd control at public events such as rowing regattas by providing traffic control and enforcement of park rules; assist with park reservations and special event preparation.
• Respond to the publics’ questions, complaints and requests for services in a courteous and helpful manner.
• Perform other duties as may be necessary to maintain and improve the appearance and quality of Clark County grounds.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Grade

Local 307.6A

Salary Range

$23.66 - $30.76- per hour

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Recruiter

Rori Jones

Email:

Rori.Jones@clark.wa.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Employee Benefits and additional compensation

Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation.  Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation.  More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Retirement Information

All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice. 
 

For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/

If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388.

At HCSC, we consider our employees the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We enable employees to craft their career with curated development plans that set their learning path to a rewarding and fulfilling career.

Come join us and be part of a purpose driven company who is  invested in your future!

Job Summary

This position is responsible for enhancing relationships with facility and physician providers; and acting as liaison with providers through education, training, claims assistance and ongoing provider service.

Required Job Qualifications:
*Bachelor Degree and 1 year managed care experience in products or contracts OR 5 years’ experience in managed care environment with 1 year experience in products or contracts.
*1 year experience in a position that demonstrates leadership abilities and sound decision-making.
*Knowledge of contracts, applications and products; claims processing systems.
*Knowledge and experience in provider reimbursement methods.
*Meet deadlines and work well under pressure and take initiative to work independently.
*Verbal and written communication skills; organizational and planning skills.
*PC proficiency to include Microsoft Office.
*Ability and willingness to travel, including overnight stays.

Preferred Job Qualifications:
*1 year experience in provider relations.

*1 year experience in claims.

*This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days in the office and 2 days remote weekly.

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HCSC Employment Statement:

HCSC is committed to diversity in the workplace and to providing equal opportunity and affirmative action to employees and applicants. We are an Equal Opportunity Employment / Affirmative Action employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. Drug screening and background investigation are required, as allowed by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.