Facilities Maintenace Technician I, II or III

Bois Forte Band of Chippewa
5344 Lakeshore Drive Nett Lake MN, 55772 218-757-3261/1-800-221-8129

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I, II, OR III

Opens: January 6, 2025
Closes: January 13, 2025

Department: Maintenance Reports to (title): Maintenance Manager

Job Code: N-6
N-7
N-8
Depending on Qualifications

Job Location: Bois Forte Tribal Government –
Nett Lake, MN

Pay Range: Min: $13.48 Mid: $16.85 Max: $20.22
Min: S14.29 Mid: $17.87 Max: $21.44
Min: S15.15 Mid: $18.94 Max: $22.72

Supervises: None

Hours/week: 40 Classification: Non-Exempt

Type of Position: Full-Time Effective Date: 01/16/2024

Indian Child Protection
Background:

No Revised Date: 01/16/2024

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

In performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees of Bois Forte Band of Chippewa are expected to conform to the
following:

• Uphold all principles of confidentiality to the fullest extent.

• Adhere to all professional and ethical behavior standards of the tribal government (may also be referred to as “Band”).

• Interact in an honest, trustworthy, and respectful manner with employees, community, visitors, and vendors.

• Comply with Bois Forte Band of Chippewa policies and procedures.

• Maintain a current insurable driver’s license.

• Display respect and understanding of Bois Forte Band of Chippewa traditions and values.

• Excellent problem-solving skills as well as the ability to work independently.

• Ability to wear many hats and responsible for ensuring all aspects of an organization’s systems are running smoothly.

• Be reliable with a keen eye for detail.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Facilities Maintenance Technician I, II, or III performs the repair, maintenance, preventative maintenance, renovation, and
servicing of all Tribal Government facilities, grounds, and utilizing skills including carpentry, painting, plastering, cabinet making,
sign making, sheetrock work, and concrete pouring. The incumbent may perform all types of carpentry and rehabilitation work
necessary to remodel common buildings and grounds are in decent, safe, and sanitary condition. Is also subject to stand-by call
for emergencies. The incumbent may be responsible for overseeing the other Maintenance staff. Incumbent may also install
and maintain machinery and equipment, following specifications, manuals, using hand tools, and power tools.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS, & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Repair and maintain Tribal Government buildings, grounds, and other facilities. Duties may include:

o Routine painting, plumbing, electrical, and related activities.

o Repair window/door screens; weatherization of windows and doors; replacing ceiling tiles; door
handle/deadbolt replacement; stripping/waxing floors; carpet cleaning; wash siding and windows.

o Fabricate and repair counters, benches, partitions, and other wooden structures.

o Paint structures and repair woodwork with carpenter's tools.

o Build sheds and other outbuildings.

o Change light covers, outlet covers and bulbs.

o Operate equipment to repair driveways, parking lots and assist in new developments.

o Mow and trim lawns and shrubbery using mowers and/or hand and power trimmers, rake grass and clear
debris from grounds.

o Minor plumbing repair.

o Repair plaster and lays brick.

o Maintain, clean, adjust and service furnaces, boilers, air conditioners, and other building heating and cooling
systems as required.

o Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways and parking areas using snowplow, snow blower and snow shovel
and spread snow melting chemicals.

o heavy machinery repair as needed.

2. Service and repair, inspect and trouble shoot maintenance equipment and machinery.

3. Notify management concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.

4. Requisition supplies and equipment used in cleaning and maintenance.

5. Fill out work orders and complete daily log.

6. Inventory control.

7. Perform all assigned tasks according to established safety rules, regulation, practices and promptly report work-related
injuries, unsafe conditions, and near-miss incidents to immediate supervisor.

8. Assist in funeral arrangements, which includes digging graves, preparing rough boxes and actual burial, if not related.

9. Stock wood for ceremonial purposes.

10. Set up, arrange, and/or remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding, for events such as banquets and
social functions.

11. Attending all meetings as directed by supervisor.

12. Other job-related duties as assigned.

o Install and repair electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and electrical and electronic
components of machinery and equipment.

o Replaces defective electrical switches and other fixtures; visually inspects and test machinery and equipment,
using electrical and electronic test equipment; replaces electrical breakers.

o Clean and lubricate shafts, bearing, gears and other parts of machinery, using rags, brushes, and grease gun.

o Listen for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discuss machine operation
variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problems or repair machine.

o Dismantle defective machines and equipment and install new or repaired parts, following specifications and
blueprints, using precision measuring instruments and hand tools.

o Assist in restoration or maintenance of transportation equipment, such as automobiles.

13. Maintain accountability of assigned vehicles, equipment, tools, and materials.

14. Inspect facilities.

15. Procure materials as required. Estimate and organize material and to determine manpower needs.

16. Document all work performed in a manner suitable for auditing purposes including documenting materials used, time
required, problems encountered and mileage.

17. May be asked to periodically supervise laborers.

18. Knowledge of solar power units and their function.

19. Knowledge of Building Automation System (BAS).

20. Wear and use the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and the assigned uniform correctly at all times
while on duty.

21. Knowledge of installation and repair and maintenance of Commercial appliances (to include propane and electrical
ranges, water heaters and refrigeration and ice maker but not limited).

22. Knowledge of sprinklers and fire pumps.

23. As an employee of the Bois Forte Reservation, will follow the Bois Forte Procurement Policy and any other applicable
procurement requirements when obtaining goods and/or services for the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa.

24. Other job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I

• Six months related experience.

• Proven ability (by experience) to work under deadlines with a sense of urgency.

• One-year related work experience in commercial refrigeration, mechanical maintenance or

• Possession of food safe handlers license or willing to obtain within one year.

• Proven ability (by experience) to work under deadlines with a sense of urgency.

• Vocational or Technical HVAC/R certification or 2yrs work experience, in commercial

• Proven ability (by experience) to work under deadline with a sense of urgency.

Education: • High school diploma or GED.

• Vocational or technical HVAC/R certification or will substitute total years’ work experience in

• Possession of food safe handlers license or willing to obtain within one year.

• Aerial lift certification or willing to obtain.

• Forklift operation certificate or willing to obtain within a year.

• Ability to maintain or obtain American Heart Association CPR or equivalent at minimum lay

• Ability to obtain and or maintain Portable fire extinguisher certification.

License/Certification: MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I

• Must possess a valid Minnesota driver’s license, be insurable under the Band’s RTC

• Ability to maintain or obtain American Heart Association CPR or equivalent at minimum lay

• Forklift operation certificate or willing to obtain within a year.
  

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II

• Must possess a valid Minnesota driver’s license, be insurable under the Band’s RTC

• Posses’ valid food handler license or willing to obtain within a year.

• Ability to maintain or obtain American Heart Association CPR or equivalent at minimum lay

• Forklift operation certificate or willing to obtain within a year.

• Aerial lift certification or willing to obtain.

• Must possess a valid Minnesota driver’s license, be insurable under the Band’s RTC

• Possession of appropriate level operating engineers license as determined by the psi and

• Ability to maintain or obtain American Heart Association CPR or equivalent at minimum lay

• Work toward obtaining a class A or B Commercial driver’s license (CDL).

• Ability to obtain and or maintain Portable fire extinguisher certification.

Mandatory Knowledge,
Skills, Abilities and
Other Qualifications:

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I

• Proficiency in one, two, or three of the flowing areas of responsibility.

o Carpentry
o Electrical
o Plumbing
o Equipment Maintenance/Operator
o Audio/visual equipment and lighting control

• Ability to read and understand MSDS book.

• Ability to operate equipment and knowledge of the proper and safe operation of motorized

• Must be willing to travel for necessary training.

• Must be responsible, self-motivated and a team player.

• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.

• Demonstrate punctual and reliable attendance in accordance with designated work

• Willing to work flexible hours.

• Basic operation of a workstation (turning on/off, knowledge of basic functions and

• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

• A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by

• Ability to maintain or obtain American Heart Association CPR or equivalent at minimum lay

• Forklift operation certificate or willing to obtain within a year.

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II

• Proficiency in one, two, or three of the flowing areas of responsibility.

o Carpentry
o Electrical
o Plumbing
o Equipment Maintenance/Operator
o Audio/visual equipment and lighting control

• Knowledge of Building Automation System (BAS).

• Ability to read and understand MSDS book.

• Ability to operate equipment and knowledge of the proper and safe operation of motorized

• Must be willing to travel for necessary training.

• Must be responsible, self-motivated and a team player. Ability to maintain effective working

• Demonstrate punctual and reliable attendance in accordance with designated work

• Willing to work flexible hours.

• Basic operation of a workstation (turning on/off, knowledge of basic functions and

• Possess a valid Minnesota's driver's license and insurable under the RTC Auto insurance

• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

• A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by

• Posses’ valid food handler license or willing to obtain within a year.

• Ability to maintain or obtain American Heart Association CPR or equivalent at minimum lay

• Forklift operation certificate or willing to obtain within a year.

• Aerial lift certification or willing to obtain.
  

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN III

• Proficiency in six, seven, eight or all of the following areas of responsibility:

o Building Operations/Boiler License
o Carpentry
o Electrical
o HVAC
o Plumbing
o Refrigeration
o Water/Wastewater
o Equipment Maintenance/Operator
o Electronics

• Knowledge of Building Automation System (BAS).

• Ability to read and understand MSDS book.

• Ability to operate equipment and knowledge of the proper and safe operation of motorized

• Must be willing to travel for necessary training.

• Must be responsible, self-motivated and a team player. Ability to maintain effective working

• Demonstrate punctual and reliable attendance in accordance with designated work

• Willing to work flexible hours.

• Basic operation of a workstation (turning on/off, knowledge of basic functions and

• Possess a valid Minnesota's driver's license and insurable under the RTC Auto insurance

• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

• A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by

• Ability to maintain or obtain American Heart Association CPR or equivalent at minimum lay

• Work toward obtaining a class A or B Commercial driver’s license (CDL).

• Ability to obtain and or maintain Portable fire extinguisher certification.

• Possession of appropriate level operating engineers license as determined by the psi and

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Total Work experience or certificates can be used.
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. The physical environment requires the
employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Limited
overnight travel may be required from time to time.

Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the
employee may be required to frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, talk, hear and perform repetitive
motions. There may be prolonged periods of sitting, keyboarding, reading, as well as driving or riding in
transport vehicles. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include reading, distance, computer, and color vision. Talking and hearing
are essential to communicate with the community, visitors, employees, and vendors.

Mental demands: There are a number of deadlines associated with this position. The employee must be able to handle
frequent interruptions and must also multi-task and interact with a wider variety of people on various
and, at times, complicated issues.

TRIBAL AND INDIAN PREFERENCE

The Bois Forte Band of Chippewa has implemented a Tribal and Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy,
applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required by this position, and who are enrolled members of the Bois
Forte Band of Chippewa Tribe will be given primary preference in hiring and employment for this position. Members of other
federally recognized Indian tribes will be given secondary preference for hiring and employment after providing proof of tribal
membership. Tribal and Indian preference is integrated into the interview and scoring process for candidates for job positions.

OTHER

Confidentiality: All employees must uphold all principles of confidentiality to the fullest extent. This position may
have access to sensitive information and a breach of these principles will be grounds for immediate
termination.

Background
Investigation

This position may be subject to a criminal history background check, a suitability background check
and/or a Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) check. In addition, some positions are subject to a 101-630
background check in an effort to ensure compliance with Public Law 101-630 “Indian Child Protection
and Family Violence Prevention Act.” Candidates must be able to successfully pass all required
background checks to qualify for this position.

Drug Screening: All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to beginning
employment and will be subject to random drug testing.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING APPLIES. INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY. UPON PRESENTATION OF DD-214 WHICH
REFLECTS HONORABLE DISCHARGE, APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS. Please visit our
website at www.boisforte.com to complete an application. Applications are accepted via: Fax, Email, U.S. Mail, and In
Person. Submit applications to: Human Resources Specialist 5344 Lakeshore Drive, Nett Lake, MN 55772, Fax: 218-757-
6781, hrgeneralist@boisforte-nsn.gov . Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.