Maintenance Technician
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
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Description
Job Summary: The Maintenance Technician (“MT”) utilizes general carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and customer service knowledge to perform basic maintenance and repairs at library properties throughout Allegheny County. Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, basic repairs, cosmetic upkeep, and simple appliance installations using their ability to safely operate hand and power tools along with some maintenance related machinery. The MT will also be able to recognize when a repair is outside of their skill set and make a recommendation to their supervisor.
Location: CLP-Main(Pittsburgh, PA)
Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Compensation: $22-25/hour, DOE
Number of Vacancies: 1
Hiring Supervisor: Dale Kirchner-Manager-Facilities
Work Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Compensation: $22-25/hour, DOE
Number of Vacancies: 1
Hiring Supervisor: Dale Kirchner-Manager-Facilities
Essential Functions:
- Performs basic maintenance and repairs at library properties throughout Allegheny County;
- Minor alterations and adjustments to furniture, cabinets and other equipment;
- Scrape, sand and prepare surfaces for painting or repairing;
- Apply finishes to various surfaces such as wood, metal, glass, plaster, stucco, wall boards, brick and cement;
- Clean and maintain equipment and supplies;
- Minor repairs and adjustments to plumbing equipment and apparatus such as repair leaking pipes, clean plugged drains and flush sewer lines;
- Minor lock repairs; remove and replace fixtures, socket drop cords, switches, exposed wiring; adjust and maintain switches, electric motors, fans and heaters;
- Assist maintenance crafts with repairs, installation and alterations on Library properties;
- Clean and maintain HVAC supply and return grilles;
- Install ceiling and floor coverings, chair rails, and baseboards;
- Remove broken window glass and perform board ups when specialized equipment is not needed;
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Ability to:
- Maintain regular work attendance, meet schedules and timelines;
- Manage time well, working with minimal supervision;
- Work cooperatively and effectively with a diverse public, and staff;
- Exercise initiative and mature judgment; interpret and apply policies and regulations;
- Correctly follow a given rule or set of rules in order to arrange things or actions in a certain order; understand and effectively carry out oral and written directions;
- Read, write and perform mathematical calculations and measurements at the level required for successful job performance;
- Handle personal and private information with discretion;
- Prepare routine written and electronic correspondence independently;
- Effectively learn and operate equipment, technology and software related to the position;
- Effectively and safely use and maintain equipment and tools required, including assigned vehicles.
Key Requirements
Competencies and Qualifications:
General knowledge in the following trades: Carpentry, Plumbing, Painting, HVAC, Electrical, and general repairs in a commercial building; certifications in any of these trades would be beneficial;
Knowledge of basic tools, materials and terminology used in one or more trades; methods and practices followed in the maintenance of building, machines, and equipment;
Fundamental knowledge of ADA and OSHA regulations; standard practices and safety procedures;
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities;
Effective interpersonal communication and customer service skills, both written and verbal;