Maintenance Worker - Facilities Maintenance Division

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Maintenance Worker in the Facilities Management  Division.

• Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered*

ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

Under close to general supervision, employee performs a variety of maintenance, grounds keeping and custodial related work by efficiently using the necessary tools and equipment according to established safety and process procedures .

As part of routine maintenance, employee performs tasks such as, but not limited to, changing and crushing light bulbs; installing/replacing ceiling tiles, door stops, various paper product dispensers and soap/hand sanitizer dispensers; hanging pictures, plaques and other related items; and moving all types of furniture and miscellaneous items.

As part of routine grounds keeping, employee performs tasks such as, but not limited to, pulling weeds, trimming plants, mowing grass, removing dead/dying plants, installing new plants, watering plants and collecting and disposing of trash and other debris from the grounds.

As part of routine custodial duties, employee performs tasks such as, but not limited to, cleaning break rooms, electrical/mechanical rooms, office areas, parking lots, restrooms and sidewalks.  Cleaning includes dusting, mopping, pressure washing, sanitizing, sweeping, vacuuming and wet wiping various surfaces in and around buildings to remove dirt, grime or other undesired debris, including human waste and fluids.

During routine work employee checks for other maintenance issues.  Identified issues are reported to employee's supervisor and/or are repaired, depending on the complexity of the issue and the guidelines established by the division.

Employee interacts frequently with other Broward County employees, state employees and members of the public and must have good verbal communication skills.

General Description

Performs a variety of general building and grounds related maintenance and repairs at an assigned facility.

Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires three (3) months of experience in general building maintenance and cleaning, or closely related experience.

• For consideration of international degrees, candidates must have it evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), or Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). All associated expenses incurred are the responsibility of the candidate. To access the NACES directory of current members, please visit www.naces.org/members. To access the AICE directory of endorsed members, please visit https://aice-eval.org/endorsed-members. Completed evaluations do not guarantee an offer of employment and are subject to approval by Broward County Human Resources.*

Special Certifications and Licenses Required

Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License based on area of assignment.

Preferences

• Associate's Degree/Vocational Degree or higher in relevant field.

• Related certifications, such as a maintenance technician, grounds keeper or custodial technician.

• Two years  experience  with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

• One year using technology equipment in the work environment, includes: computers, tablets. and specialty devices.

• Two years of experience performing maintenance in governmental, institutional or similar complex buildings and facilities.

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Maintains grounds and landscape areas in order to ensure that grounds and landscape areas are presentable, clean, and safe.

Performs a variety of facility maintenance work in order to ensure a clean, safe environment for the public and County employees, minimize major repair/replacement costs, and/or extend the useful life of equipment/fixtures.

Cleans offices, break rooms, restrooms, halls, shop areas, pavilions, sidewalks, in order to provide a clean, sanitary, and safe environment for the public and other staff; moves a variety of furniture and related items in order to relocate/rearrange work stations/offices, set up for meetings, activities, and events.

Interacts with the public and/or other County employees in order to give directions/information, explain work activities/procedures, identify their service needs, and/or resolve day-to-day operational issues.

Sets out temporary traffic control devices at the work site in order to provide a safe work environment and facilitate safe, efficient traffic flow.

Prepares a variety of log sheets in order to document work activities, track equipment usage, and provide summary information to management.

Maintains a variety of landscape and construction related equipment in order to ensure that the equipment operates safely and appropriately when needed, extend the useful life of the equipment, minimize down time, and minimize major repair/replacement costs.

Performs related work as assigned.

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals.

Competencies

• Decision Quality

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Seeks coaching from others to address routine problems; learns to handle these issues effectively. Bases decisions and actions on relevant rules and procedures.

• Action Oriented

Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Tackles what needs to be done with enthusiasm, working quickly and without undue oversight.

• Plans and Aligns

Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Gains a clear understanding of the main tasks needed to complete work in the right sequence. Identifies the support and resources needed to carry out plans; delivers on time at an acceptable quality level.

• Ensures Accountability

Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Operates with a clear sense of responsibility; learns about, and adheres to, most policies, procedures, and work requirements. Takes steps to ensure work is done properly, communicates status, and addresses any errors.

• Communicates Effectively

Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Pays attention to others' insights, advice, or instruction, grasping the main elements. Promptly shares relevant information with the right amount of detail.

• Demonstrates Self-Awareness-Awareness

Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Seeks and responds to constructive feedback in a positive and professional way. Seeks to understand own impact on others; acknowledges mistakes and finds ways to avoid repeating them.

County Core Values

All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.

Emergency Management Responsibilities

Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

County-wide Employee Responsibilities

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.