Fairgrounds Maintenance Worker

This position is located in the Gallatin County Fairgrounds and is responsible for performing maintenance, repairs, improvements and custodial care of the fairgrounds including all buildings, arenas, grounds, equipment and parking lots. This position reports to the Fairgrounds Director through the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor and does not supervise other county personnel.  

• Help maintain major and ancillary facilities systems of the County Fairgrounds (e.g., heating, electrical, plumbing, security, etc.) by diagnosing or calling to attention mechanical, operational, and structural problems, or hazards; and completing or coordinating repairs with guidance from the Fairgrounds Director and Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
• Provide custodial and landscaping services for the County Fairgrounds by conducting routine cleaning, painting, mowing, snow removal, and other services.
• Help set-up, clean up, and other maintenance services for Fairground events by ensuring that terms and conditions of individual rental agreements regarding facilities are met.
• Administers preventative maintenance of facilities, equipment and tools by monitoring facilities, routinely inspecting tools and equipment, and coordinating preventative maintenance activities (e.g., performance testing, cleaning/oiling, sharpening, etc.) to ensure safety and effectiveness as directed by the Director and Facilities Maintenance Supervisor.
• Assist Fairgrounds event renters with equipment set up and facility details. Helping address issues in a timely manner and referring complex or contentious issues to the Fairground Director.
• Recommend contract services to ensure quality, timely, and cost-effective maintenance services in appropriate situations., Help monitor contract personnel and assist with various projects related details under the guidance of the Facility Maintenance Supervisor.  

Other Duties as Assigned 

Performs a variety of other duties as assigned by supervisor. This includes participating in special projects, occasionally filling in for other employees, participating in ongoing training, and a variety of other functions as needed. If the County Commission proclaims a local emergency due to an actual or threatened disaster such as an earthquake, fire, riot, flood, etc., County employees. may be required to provide services during the emergency and for a subsequent period of assessment and recovery.

This work requires a willingness to be a part of a team and to learn on the job. Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, carpentry, construction; automotive and small engine mechanics is a plus, but there is opportunity to learn on the job to round out skills that you do not currently possess.  Experience in power tools, heavy equipment, and maintenance vehicles is also a plus, but can be taught as part of the on-the-job skill building. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.  This position must be able to follow directions to completion and apply critical thinking when necessary. Position must have the ability to work nights and some weekends; work with the public; maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.  Position must be willing to work alone or with others and must be reliable and responsible.  

 The required knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and one year of related work experience (1-2 years).
Licenses and Certifications:  Position must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state of Montana or attain a Montana driver's license within six months of hire and be insurable under the County's liability policies. 
 As a condition of hire, the final candidate will be required to successfully pass a criminal history check and background investigation.

Gallatin County offers an excellent benefits package including health benefits where premiums for FT employees are covered by the County.  Employees participate in a mandatory retirement plan through MT Public Employee Retirement System.  Employees receive 12 paid days of sick, 15 days of paid vacation and 10-11 paid holidays per year.
 
Gallatin County is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Gallatin County does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

Salary : $26 - $29