Facilities Maintenance Technician I

Overview

The Facilities Maintenance Tech I, under the supervision of the Facilities Assistant Manager or designee, is responsible for performing, independently or in a teamwork environment, a variety of manual labor and semi-skilled tasks using all types of small power and hand tools, power washing equipment, and miscellaneous equipment for the completion of assigned tasks. Tasks are associated with commercial transit building components, bus stops, shelters and park and ride property maintenance, repairs and assembly, cleaning and janitorial duties and grounds maintenance.

Essential Duties

• Perform physical labor and routine maintenance tasks as may be assigned, such as, but not limited to, painting, grounds keeping, graffiti / trash / litter removal, carpentry, furniture assembly and set up, office moves and relocations, lighting and electrical service, minor plumbing repairs, proactive and preventative equipment maintenance, bus stop and shelter maintenance, assembly and repairs, and construction tasks in safe manner.
• Work is often physical in nature and performed primarily outdoors and often next to high-volume, high-speed traffic that may require standing for extended periods of time; may work at elevated heights.
• Manage and maintain work order data in CMMS software through data entry.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature, as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge Requirements

Skill Requirements

Working Conditions

Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger manipulation, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing / listening, seeing / observing, repetitive motions, carrying and driving.

Medium-Heavy Work : Exerting up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 15 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions : Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, in varying weather conditions. Employees risk physical hazard from power tools, energized equipment and circuits, dust, chemical compounds and height. Must be able to lift and carry heavy equipment and materials in excess of 75 lbs. Must be physically able to climb a ladder, work at heights in excess of 30 feet, lift and move furniture, work in confined space.

Application and Selection Process :

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Employee Benefits :   Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees participate in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and have the option to enroll in the agency’s deferred compensation plan. In addition to WA Paid Sick Leave, employees in this position, accrue nineteen (19) days of Paid Time Off (152 hours) in their first year and receive nine (9) paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Full list of all benefits and details can be found .