Maintenance Worker

The City of Raleigh is seeking a devoted Maintenance Worker to perform preventive maintenance and repairs to building functions and/or grounds; operate assigned equipment; maintain cleanliness of work area, tools and equipment; and follow safety policies and procedures.

We are looking for reliable individuals with knowledge of the basic trades maintenance principals to provide exceptional support for the Facilities and Operations Maintenance program. Must have a strong work ethic with positive orientation and willing to learn and grow to prepare for the potential of future advancement.

• Perform routine maintenance, repair, and replacements in one or many of the construction or maintenance disciplines such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, painting, or masonry

• Receive, prioritizes and schedules maintenance and work requests; determine required tools, equipment and supplies; identify and request supplies and inventory

• Respond to customer requests and concerns; troubleshoot, diagnose and identify issues; recommend and implement corrective action, repair and/or equipment replacement to resolve issues

• Inspect equipment, tools, materials, facilities, building systems and/or grounds to ensure functionality and safety; secure and open facilities/spaces; report and/or correct issues to resolve operational deficiencies and/or unsafe conditions

• Prepare, organize and maintain records, logs, report and documentation; monitor supplies and parts inventory; initiate requests of stock to replenish inventory

• May serve as a maintenance mechanic assistant, working with level II mechanics on complex projects

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED and One year of maintenance or customer service experience related to plumbing, electrical, and mechanical trades

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's license with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Knowledge of:

• Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work

• Basic mathematical concepts

• Basic filing and record-keeping principles

• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices

• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment

• Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations

• Customer service principles

• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment

Skill In:

• Following directions and meeting standards

• Providing attention to detail in assignments

• Proofreading and error correction

• Performing basic math calculations

• Comprehending reference books and manuals

• Operating assigned tools and equipment

• Organizing and maintaining records and files

• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards

• Providing customer service

• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications

• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction