Facilities Maintenance I

SUMMARY

The Maintenance I will be responsible to know and perform, as needed or requested, all duties of the Utility Worker staff and Maintenance I. The Maintenance I will also instruct and train other Utility Workers on the proper procedures and techniques to accomplish tasks assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To be punctual when reporting for duty as scheduled by your supervisor.
• To follow all rules, regulations, and policies of the Grand Traverse Band.
• Must adhere to the confidentiality of each department where maintenance service is being performed.
• Order supplies or equipment to be used in the performance of duties.
• Must be willing to perform all duties required of Utility Worker, which will include dusting, mopping,
• Vacuuming and emptying of wastebaskets, for all offices bathrooms and break room areas.
• Must be willing to perform Utility Worker and Maintenance I duties, if necessary.
• May include shoveling of roofs, entrances and exits of tribal buildings.
• Able to perform basic plumbing such as toilet repair or replacement, running water or sewer lines.
• Able to perform basic carpentry skills such as hanging a door, repairing or replacing roofing, repairing or replacing drywall, repairing of replacing soffit or fascia.
• Knowledge of basic HVAC such as replacing thermocouples or igniters in furnaces.
• Basic maintenance skills such as installing door hardware, hanging blinds, assembling furniture.
• Basic mechanical maintenance (both building mechanical systems and small engine) such as greasing, gears, bushings and bearings, changing filters, switches and sparkplugs.
• Will be assigned daily projects or special assignments to be performed according to priority, availability of staff and availability equipment and supplies. All assignments or projects will have a timeline for completion.
• Must be able to read and understand simple blueprints.
• Preventive maintenance skills.
• Must adhere to the Anti-Substance Abuse Policy as defined in the GTB Personnel Policy Manual.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor that are appropriate for the position.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• The employee must be able to instruct and train in the use of proper procedures and techniques to accomplish tasks assigned.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with co-workers and supervisors.
• Must be able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must follow OSHA rules and regulations.
• Must be able to coordinate, organize and select proper tools, staff and equipment needed for each assignment.
• Must have good work habits, i.e. punctuality, low absenteeism.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or GED
• Must have at least three to five years' experience in commercial building maintenance
• Must have carpentry, plumbing and electrical repair experience.
• Must have knowledge of safety procedures and safety equipment recommended for use during the course of duty.
• Must pass test with 85% or better, practical test 100%.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid unrestricted driver license and be insurable by GTB's insurance carrier.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

EQUIPMENT TO BE USED

• Floor care products and floor care equipment
• Window cleaning equipment
• Painting equipment
• Gardening tools and lawn maintenance tools
• Snow removal equipment
• Commercial lawn mowers
• Pneumatic tools such as nailers, drills and grinders.
• Welder and acetylene torches
• Backhoe on Kubota tractor
• Multimeters
• All other equipment or tools of Technician I and II

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Balance, dexterity and motor skills are essential to this position
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Climb ladders
• Shovel and remove snow
• Planting flowers, pruning and trimming of trees and shrubbery
• Must be agile and flexible enough to work in a confined area or space
• Load and unload vehicles of building materials or other supplies.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to perform routine or preventive maintenance duties in all seasons of the year indoors or outdoors.
• Must be able to move from location to location as work assignments may be changed or prioritized by supervisor.
• Must be willing to work with other Technician levels or Housekeepers as part of a team approach to accomplish all tasks in and timely and efficient manner.

COMMENTS

Native American Preference will apply. Pass a criminal history background check with no felonies or serious misdemeanors and a drug and alcohol urinalysis as a condition of employment. Adherence to strict company policy in regard to confidentiality is a must.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. * Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimums require prior approval of the Director of Human Resources.

Current Openings for Facilities Maintenance I Jobs at Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians