Building Service Technician 1

The Building Service Technician 1 provides building maintenance through custodial and preventive care. By utilizing the assistance of inmate/client/detainee workers, the Building Service Technician is able to maintain the designated facilities according to high standards.

• Direct inmate/client/detainee workers and contractors in proper methods of care and cleaning inside and outside of the facility.
• Clean and care for the facility as directed.
• Perform repair tasks, such as carpentry, painting, and plumbing.
• Perform repairs on hand tools, power tools and equipment, and address simple electrical problems.
• Supervise laundry and maintenance work to ensure assigned duties are completed.
• Provide input on maintenance budget, both current and future.
• Maintain records relating to facility care and maintenance.
• Monitor tool and chemical inventory.
• Order supplies as necessary.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all county policies and procedures.
  

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive duties of the position. Incumbents may be required to follow any other instructions, and to perform any other related duties, as may be required. Education and Experience:

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• One year of work experience in building maintenance preferred.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid South Dakota Drivers license within 90 days of moving to South Dakota.

Working Environment:

• Work is performed in an office or correctional facility.
• This position may be exposed to machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, wet condition and occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Work may require the use protective devices, such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.
• This position will include close interactions with inmates/detainees/clients.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively on telephone, in-person and in writing.
• Must be able to sit, walk, stand, climb, balance and use hands and arms to reach and feel.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.