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City of Spokane Valley Maintenance Worker Lead - Facilities in Spokane Valley, Washington
ABOUT THE CITY: Spokane Valley is a city with a population of over 107,000 located on the eastern border of Washington State in the heart of the Inland Northwest. We pride ourselves on quality neighborhoods and schools, along with strong business and retail centers. Friendly people, natural surroundings and beautiful weather are part of what makes our community a favorite destination. Spokane Valley is developing a high-performing organization and employs the use of best practices. We are a workforce based upon loyalty, accountability, and professionalism. We place a high value on customer service, and take a team-oriented, collaborative approach to the way we do business. If working for a fast-paced, evolving organization appeals to you, and you desire a work environment that is intellectually stimulating, respectful and rewarding, we urge you to complete an application.
ABOUT THE POSITION: Spokane Valley is seeking a highly qualified and enthusiastic employee to serve our city as a regular, full-time lead maintenance worker to ensure the smooth operation of City facilities, in compliance with appropriate safety and security standards. The ideal candidate will have exceptional professional skills and a strong desire to provide superior service to both internal and external customers. This position is responsible for planning, assigning, and performing the comprehensive maintenance and repair program for multiple city-owned facilities and grounds. The ideal candidate will have a wide range of experience in building trades to supervise and /or conduct the required repairs or maintenance. The selected candidate must maintain a positive work relationship with all other department and organization's personnel, while promoting the team concept & workplace environment. This position may require night and weekend shifts as assigned.
SELECTED EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Develops and implements the overall maintenance and repair program for City owned buildings, grounds and facilities. Makes recommendations regarding facilities, maintenance budgets and priorities. Selects, trains, personnel, and assists supervisor in resolving employee grievances. Maintains harmony amongst subordinate employees and work teams. Plan, assigns, and participates in the work of staff or contractors engaged in carpentry, plumbing, electric, roofing, HVAC, and other routine maintenance, repair a/or replacement of the facilities. Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules and expedites workflow. Assists in calibrating and adjusting building settings to maintain comfortable, safe, and economical facilities. Assists procuring vendors or contractors, following state and applicable codes for necessary parts, repairs, new purchases, and maintenance needs, and oversees their work if applicable. Performs equipment diagnostic tests and routine inspections of building components as recommended by the manufacturer. Inspects and ensures safe interior and exterior conditions of building. Reads and interprets sketches, diagrams, and blueprints. Creates and maintains a variety of records relating to inspections, repairs, and other maintenance activities. Responds to complaints and service requests regarding facility maintenance and operations.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or G.E.D. and five (5) + years in building maintenance or a closely related field (2) of which at a lead level or higher. A current EPA Section 608 certification or the ability to obtain one within 3 months of employment is highly desired. A Heating Mechanics I License is also highly desired. Experience in implementing Washington State Clean Building requirements is also highly desired.