Maintenance Technician


Job Details

Compensation: $48,000 - $52,000 annually
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt


Position Summary
Lake County Government in Leadville, CO is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician for our Public Works Department. This entry-level position is a member of a team that oversees the maintenance and repair of all buildings, facilities, grounds, and parks of Lake County.

General Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:

  • Assist in fabricating and constructing park and facilities repairs which may include park shelters, picnic tables, park signs, parking areas, small buildings, remodeling, facilities, painting, and other similar projects.
  • Assist in facility and office repairs and maintenance requests which may include moving of office furniture, furniture assembly or repair, lightbulb & smoke alarm battery replacement.
  • Seasonal snow removal from County facility sidewalks
  • Operates a variety of heavy and light equipment including mowers, chainsaws, tractors, backhoes, and trash compactors, small snowplows.
  • Other routine preventative servicing to ensure equipment and facilities maintain good working order.
  • Other small handyman construction and maintenance projects as they arise.
  • Any additional duties as required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Not applicable, could possibly change.

Notice of Emergency/Disaster Responsibilities
All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners. To be prepared for this role, all employees and emergency service function (ESF) leads will attend emergency management trainings and exercises as requested by the Director of Emergency Management. With advanced notification from OEM, employees will make reasonable efforts to attend training events in coordination with other employees and supervisors.

Other Duties
Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements
  • High School diploma or GED required supplemented by specialized training in equipment maintenance, park facilities, horticulture, or a related field required.
  • One (1) year of experience in a directly related field required.
  • Proven experience in the methods, techniques, hand & power tools, and materials used in park maintenance, facility repair and construction, and related vehicle and equipment repair
  • Strong general knowledge of basic electrical wiring, plumbing, masonry, carpentry, welding, small engine, and vehicle mechanics
  • Experience in landscaping practices including lawn, tree, and shrub care.
  • Knowledge of swimming pool mechanics and preventative maintenance
  • Basic HVAC knowledge
  • Ability to lift 50lbs without assistance & more than 50lbs with assistance
  • Preferred bilingual in English and Spanish
Physical Activity & Work Environment
The incumbent will perform work primarily in an indoors office environment. They can expect to sit for long periods of time in front of a computer. They will also perform work outdoors at the Lake County Landfill and on County Roads. The incumbent should be prepared to lift objects up to 100 lbs. as needed but can expect those occurrences to be infrequent. They may be exposed to chemicals, moving machinery, and loud noises. The incumbent should be able to see both near and far distances and use peripheral vision, with or without assistance from glasses/contacts.

EOE Statement
Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability is available upon request.

Lake County Benefits - Full-Time Employees



As a reflection of the value we place on the contributions of our employees, the County offers a competitive benefits package for full-time employees. Please review the for full details. The Guide provides information on Lake County Government's benefit offerings, including:




  • Employer-Sponsored Medical and Dental Insurance Plans

  • 100% Employer Paid Vision Plan

  • Flexible Spending Account

  • Health Reimbursement Account

  • Employer-Sponsored Short-Term Disability Insurance

  • 100% Employer Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance

  • 100% Employer Paid Term Life Insurance

  • Supplemental Life Insurance Plans

  • 401(a) and 457(b) Employer Matched Retirement Plans

  • Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days and Holidays

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Public Health Emergency Leave

  • Discounts on concerts, major sporting events, electronics, travel, cars and more!



Lake County Benefits - Part-Time Employees



Lake County is also proud to offer paid sick time off and flexible work schedules for our part-time employees.



EOE Statement



Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability is available upon request.



Notice of Work Authorization Requirement



Applicants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States. Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.



Notice of Emergency/Disaster Responsibilities



All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners. To be prepared for this role, all employees and emergency service function (ESF) leads will attend emergency management trainings and exercises as requested by the Director of Emergency Management. With advanced notification from OEM, employees will make reasonable efforts to attend training events in coordination with other employees and supervisors.



Other Duties



Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.



Expected Duration of the Application Process



Due to the nature of the application and selection process for Lake County full-time positions, applicants can reasonably expect the application process to take a significant amount of time to complete before a decision is made to hire or not to hire. Typically, it takes approximately four (4) to six (6) weeks from the date of application to complete the entire selection process. The length of time it takes to complete the process can vary depending on a variety of factors. Please note that this is an estimated duration of the selection process.

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 Lake County Government

 04/22/2024

 Leadville,CO