Facilities Maintenance Technician (Public Works)

Position Summary:
The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of technical work in facility operations within the City of Sunny Isles Beach.

Position Scope:
This is an entry level maintenance support position.

This is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities.  Incumbent(s) may be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. 

• Perform general maintenance and repairs to include plumbing, electrical, painting, and mechanical, etc. (e.g. replace light bulbs, repair fixtures, snake drains, and replace defective switches or fuses).  Possess enough general knowledge to recognize and resolve any emergency situation, with regard to maintenance (electrical, mechanical, plumbing, etc.).
• Handle maintenance responsibilities within the facility housekeeping area. This includes cleaning, sanitizing and deodorizing rest rooms; sweeping and vacuuming floors and carpets; mopping, scrubbing, waxing and cleaning carpets and floors; emptying trash cans and waste bins; cleaning and dusting office furniture, walls and windows.
• Monitors all activities at the Government Center and enforce City rules and regulations. Monitors work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist and monitors and controls supplies and equipment; order supplies and tools as necessary.
• Practices preventative maintenance and safety inspection programs for the facilities and equipment.
• Coordinate construction projects, remodels, and other special projects. Coordinates with contractors in providing contract services.
• Provides information and assistance to the public regarding City services, programs, and special interest areas/facilities;
• Ensures visitors abide by maintenance rules; Prevent vandalism through close supervision of visitor activities;
• Maintains work logs and prepare written reports of incidents, accidents, maintenance issues or other occurrences;
• Assists with departmental special events; Report criminal activity and/or vandalism to the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department;
• Uses due care in the using of hand tools and equipment and a variety of machines safely and efficiently to assist with repair tasks or general maintenance. Handles maintenance responsibilities within the grounds area of all City property. This includes operating and maintaining equipment or power tools such as lawn mowers, and weed trimmers. Performs upkeep of irrigation systems
• Identifies opportunity for cost control measures in the delivery of all services and functions in his/her department and under his/her area of responsibility. Control materials, supply ordering, and inventory.
• Assist with monitoring vendor contracts, inspecting their work and providing input into performance.
• Distribute large item deliveries to City Hall and corresponding facilities. Control materials and supply ordering and inventory.
• Operate and maintain City vehicles as assigned to include washing, waxing and preventative maintenance.
• May need to pick up and discard dead animals, trash, and remove shopping carts according to City policy. Distribute large deliveries to various facilities, as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of computers and basic mathematics.
• Knowledge of the materials and methods used in facility and grounds maintenance and custodial operations, including specialized cleaning agents and sanitation standards.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees and the public.
• Ability to work a varying schedule of hours, to include nights, weekends, and holidays. Ability to operate City vehicles, power tools and equipment (including a radio), safely and efficiently.
• Ability to learn the maintenance operation, policy and procedures of the City and the assigned department or office.

• High School graduate or equivalent; Minimum of two (2) years related experience performing similar duties in facility  maintenance; or any acceptable related combination of training and experience. One (1) year related coursework or experience in facility management preferred.

Licenses and/or Certifications:

• A valid Florida driver's license is required. All required certifications and licenses must be maintained after appointment.

 Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• The essential job functions of this position will require the employee to perform the following physical activities.  Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis:
   
  On a continuous basis, sit at desk and/or stand at counter for long periods of time.  Frequently required to walk, see, hear and talk with the public and read presented documents.  On occasion required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, taste, or smell; Intermittently twist and reach; lift or carry regularly weight of 10 pounds and on occasion weight of up to 40 pounds. Specific vision required includes close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• There is a one (1) year probationary period.
• It is the responsibility of the incumbent to maintain their licenses and/or certifications as a job requirement.

Salary : $38,750 - $45,760