Apply for Facilities Technician I/II/III Building maintenance

Job Summary

$44,364-$90,804 / year or higher DOQ + Full-Time County Benefits 

Performs experienced work operating and maintaining assigned County building(s), including equipment maintenance and repair, and carpentry, plumbing, roofing, and painting work.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains building systems including planning, designing, estimating, and performing minor construction and renovation projects such as: wall framing and insulating; installing and finishing wallboard; installing doors and windows with locks and hardware, suspended ceilings, and various trims and moldings; painting; and, installing carpet, ceramic, or vinyl floor tile, or ceramic wall tile.
• Performs a variety of plumbing maintenance or repair tasks including eliminating water or sewer line blockages; repairing or replacing faucets, valve stems, showerheads, or commodes; repairing various flush mechanisms; installing in-line filters; and repairing or replacing damaged PVC or copper pipes.
• Performs carpentry, painting, electrical, and plumbing work; operates power and hand tools; performs preventative maintenance
• Performs administrative tasks such as preparing work orders and recording building maintenance schedules.
• Coordinates with outside contractors and county staff regarding repairs and maintenance.
• Paints building surfaces with appropriate paint type; performs necessary preparation of wood, sheetrock, concrete, or concrete block surface.
• This job is considered essential personnel and will be required to work during and following natural disasters and emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 There are three levels of the Facilities Technician position, distinguished by the level of work performed and the qualifications of the employee.

Facilities Technician I: $44,364 - $68,833/ year
Facilities Technician II: $54,282 - $84,701/ year 
Facilities Technician III: $58,095 - $90,804/ year 

Qualifications:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma
• Must possess or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Virginia Driver's License with an acceptable driving record based on James City County criteria.
• Knowledge of building maintenance and repair including plumbing; safe and effective use of hand and power tools and other equipment and materials used in building repair and maintenance; principles and processes for providing customer service including setting and meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Skill in developing and maintaining cooperative relationships with employees and the public; effectively responding to routine inquiries and disputes; planning and organizing daily work routine; establishing priorities for the completion of work to meet strict deadlines; use of computer software, especially Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to use equipment efficiently and economically; use logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and evaluate situations and exercise good judgment to make appropriate decisions; listen and understand directions, information and ideas presented verbally or in writing.

Click here ​for full job description. Accepting applications until position is filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application is required for your application to be considered.

James City County is dedicated to building a diverse workforce and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you need assistance with completing the employment application, please contact the HR Department at 757-253-6680 or email [email protected].