What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Specialist position at City of East Lansing?
East Lansing, home to Michigan State University, is a dynamic community of nearly 50,000 people with historic neighborhoods and a vibrant downtown, and you will be part of the team that keeps it all running.
The Facilities Specialist will work closely with the Facilities Technician Coordinator, offering support for daily functions and learning all aspects of each city facility, city owned properties and its operations. This position will be assisting in both preventive maintenance and miscellaneous facility repairs including but not limited to carpentry, commercial plumbing applications, electrical, mechanical, and related tasks.
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?*
- Competitive salary with annual cost of living increases.
- Retirement programs including a hybrid pension (10% of salary) and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan.
- $1,000 annual employer contribution to post-employment Health Care Savings Plan.
- 13 paid holidays and 25 days of paid time off.
- Health coverage $0.00 pre-tax premium co-share and spousal premium, if applicable (or receive a $200 buy-out if you have coverage from another source), with family dental and vision plan premiums fully covered by the City.
- Life insurance of 2x annual salary with optional supplemental coverage, and Long-Term Disability insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to use pre-tax dollars for out-of-pocket health and daycare expenses.
- An Employee Assistance Program, offering free confidential counseling and support for employees and families.
- Qualify for “Public Service Loan Forgiveness” which forgives eligible student loans for borrowers who work at least ten years in public service!
- An ever-changing work environment! In the dynamic work of Parks, Recreation, & Arts, each day presents new and exciting challenges that keep your work fresh, engaging and stimulating.
- Benefits are subject to change.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation: Non-union
Qualifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- HVAC equipment maintenance and repair experience.
- Facility maintenance experience.
- Public pool maintenance experience.
- Ability to work with mechanical equipment.
COMPUTER SKILLS:
- Knowledge and understanding of Excel spreadsheet and document development and Microsoft Word
- Knowledge and understanding of Automated Equipment Text – SMS programming and operation
EDUCATION:
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
- Some community college or trade school with training in any of the following: HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing and/or equivalent training, education, and/or experience.
Special Requirements
To perform the essential functions of the job, an individual must be able to frequently move between sites and position self as needed to complete work, which could include from heights (on ladders, scissors lift, on roofs, etc.) or in confined and/or crawl spaces.
May frequently be required to move light objects and occasionally be required to move up to 50lbs.
Work requires use of petroleum base products, oils, greases, lubricants, rust dissolvers, gasoline and muriatic acid, dry calcium-based pool treatment products.
Work requires use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Must be able to operate office equipment and motor vehicle. Must be able to communicate effectively with other City staff, the public, and other stakeholders.
Perform related work and training, as required.
Salary : $1,000
