Facilities and Grounds Department

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

BENEFITS: • Medical, dental, and vision available for employee, spouse, and family • Employee assistance program provided to employees and their households

• Paid sick and vacation leave.

• 11 paid holidays

• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)

• Deferred compensation plans available

Job Summary:

Serves as a maintenance worker to Fayette County Commissioners.

This position is responsible for maintaining a safe and clean environment by performing a variety of skilled maintenance and repair work in the upkeep of county buildings

Position Responsibilities:

• Performs basic carpentry tasks such as repairing doors, installing bulletin boards and assembling furniture.
• Assist with remodeling offices, including scraping, filling holes and painting walls.
• Performs basic exterior maintenance on county building.
• Performs basic building interior scheduled maintenance including but not limited to; cleaning return air vents, replacing light bulbs, cleaning overhead light covers.
• Assist facilities manager as needed.
• Assists with troubleshooting solutions.
• Promotes a positive and respectful team working environment.
• Ensures compliance with county policies and other policies and procedures.
• Ensures grounds are safe for employees and visitors (snow removal, tree trimming, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

Lift, push and pull 50 pounds, climb and work on ladders at ceiling level with arms raised over head, stand/walk for long periods of time, climb steps, work in confined spaces, bend at waist and knees. Must be able to read computer screen and documents,

Job Location :

Travels and works at all county buildings and properties.

Equipment Used :

County vehicle, various hand and power tools, ladders and technical devices, snow removal and mowing equipment, office equipment.

Minimum Qualifications :

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Must have a valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance
• Working knowledge of workplace safety and best practices for maintaining and improving facilities and grounds.
• Good craftsmanship of personal work.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written), sound judgment, excellent customer service skills.

Fayette County is an EOE employer