What are the responsibilities and job description for the FT-Facilities Maintenance Technician position at EVANSVILLE VANDERBURGH PUBLIC LIBRARY?
WORKING AT EVANSVILLE VANDERBURGH PUBLIC LIBRARY
At Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library (EVPL), we cultivate curiosity by creating wonder, and we envision communities united through shared exploration and understanding.
Bring your whole self to work each day and be authentically you. You bring a unique perspective and life view to the work we do for and with our community. As an EVPL employee, you should feel supported and empowered to think forward and to problem solve with your colleagues. At EVPL your voice, your lived experiences, and YOU matter! Each individual adds to the team as a whole, and every role makes a difference in how we impact Evansville and Vanderburgh County.
Full-time Facilities Maintenance Technician
Hours: 40 hours
Starting Pay: $28.22 /hour
Full-time Employee Benefits
POSITION SUMMARY
The Facilities Maintenance Technician ensures all aspects of the library facilities are in proper working order, available for use, and consistently maintained in a safe, functional, and clean condition. Areas of maintenance may include, but are not limited to: HVAC, plumbing, roofing/guttering, and building and grounds maintenance (i.e. snow removal).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In cooperation with the Director of Facilities & Maintenance, Assistant Facilities Manager, and other colleagues, the Facilities Maintenance Technician will advance the library’s mission, vision, strategic priorities, and brand. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Monitor, complete, and occasionally assign work activities utilizing the electronic work order system.
- Monitor and adjust the HVAC systems daily using dedicated software.
- Monitor and repair minor to moderate plumbing issues to include replacing fixtures, toilets, and clearing drains as needed.
- Rebuild or remodel interior spaces as assigned to include interior painting, repairing, or refinishing carpentry and furniture.
- Correct minor roofing systems and/or guttering repairs as assigned.
- Provide access to inspectors and communicate with security vendor for facility fire alarm and sprinkler testing.
- Actively research and recommend methods, materials, and supplies including cleaning supplies as assigned; coordinate purchase of materials with Director of Facilities & Maintenance and Assistant Facilities Manager.
- Proactively drive and maintain equipment of the Facilities & Maintenance department vehicles.
- Complete requests for new electrical service, cabling, or office moves.
- Meet with vendors or contractors as needed or assigned.
- Perform minor backup duties of the Assistant Facilities Manager.
- Assist Facilities & Maintenance leadership in developing and maintaining a preventative maintenance schedule and conduct preventative maintenance as prescribed.
- Perform snow removal and other inclement weather activities; work with snow removal contractors to ensure safe conditions on exterior surfaces.
- Examine emergency exit and lighting systems as well as fire extinguishers and make minor to moderate repairs.
- Perform minor parking lot surface maintenance and minor repairs to landscaping.
- Participate in special projects, or other duties, as assigned.
Salary : $28
