Facilities Maintenance Mechanic/Plumbing

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Job description

Posting Open Until Filled

Salary Range: $33,422 - $40,760

Location: Atlanta Correctional Facility.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS

Under general supervision, performs a variety of routine semi-skilled maintenance for facilities; ensures that facilities are available for use and consistently maintained in a safe and clean condition. Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical trades work. Operates a variety of maintenance and cleaning tools and equipment; and performs related work as required. This position will be located at the Atlanta Correctional Facility.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the direction of the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor. May work independently or with other skilled or semi-skilled workers with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs general maintenance, repair, and installation tasks such as installing/repairing doors, changing light bulbs, locks, fences, basic plumbing duties, changing plumbing fixtures; repairing gutters/down spouts and roof leaks; assembling furniture or equipment; hanging pictures, blinds, event setups/breakdown, and moving furniture. Performs exterior facility grounds/landscaping tasks, exterior facility pressure washing.

Provides assistance to other positions as needed. Communicates effectively with co-workers and other employees concerning work orders, problems, requests for assistance, and emergency situations. Communicates with supervisor any problems that arise; accepts supervisory instruction and direction.

Plans and organizes daily work orders; establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with needs. Estimates expected time of completion of work assignments with the ability to prioritize accordingly. Plans and prepares for special projects on a monthly basis. Prepares checklist and performs routine preventative maintenance to buildings and equipment, as needed. Cleans and maintains equipment and supplies; assists in cleaning and maintaining workshop area. Performs other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

• Strong service/quality attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and achieve effective time management.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and meet established goals and objectives.
• Sense of urgency & ability to meet deadlines; self-directed.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft office.
• Must have familiarity with work order systems.
• Must be able to use technology for work order processing.
• Must be able to be on-call 24/7 and available for after hour emergencies.

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