FACILITIES MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - LONG TERM CARE

Job Title:  Facilities Maintenance Technician - Long Term Care

FLSA:  Non- Exempt 

Location:  Lakeview Health Center & Assisted Living, West Salem, WI

Starting Wage Range:  $26.11 to $34.71 per hour

Schedule:  Monday-Friday, 80 hours per pay period

Overview 

FLSA: Non-Exempt. This is a Journeyman-level maintenance position in the Facilities Department. Employees are selected and supervised by Facilities Management. Employees in this class perform maintenance of large public buildings in skilled trades such as Electricity, Plumbing, HVAC, or related trades. Employee performs work under moderate to close supervision depending on experience. Employees in this class perform duties incidental to repairs, cleaning, heating, ventilating, grounds, and related tasks, following safety practices and standards of the Facilities Department and the County. Work may be assigned at any La Crosse County owned building or property.

Essential Leadership Functions 

Act with Integrity and Build Trust 

• Demonstrate mutual respect, humility, and honesty in all interactions 

• Speak up appropriately, even when expressing unpopular viewpoints 

• Actively listen and remain open-minded to diverse perspectives 

Drive for Results 

• Set clear goals and objectives to motivate self and others to achieve outcomes 

• Seek new opportunities to improve processes and drive sustainable results 

• Hold self and others accountable through consistent evaluation and monitoring 

Develop Talent and Effective Teams 

• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and growth 

• Provide mentorship and support to help self and others reach full potential 

• Recognize and leverage diverse strengths within self and team 

Lead with Vision and Strategy 

• Understand and communicate a compelling vision that aligns with organizational goals 

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategies to achieve long-term objectives 

• Connect daily work to the bigger picture, inspiring self and others to contribute meaningfully 

Lead with Paradoxical, Critical, and Agile Thinking 

• Navigate complex situations by considering multiple perspectives 

• Adapt quickly to changes and uncertainties in the work environment 

• Make critical decisions using analytical skills, experience, and input from others 

Build and Maintain Effective Relationships 

• Communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization 

• Influence others through coaching, consulting, and team-minded thinking 

• Develop and sustain partnerships that create positive outcomes for all stakeholders 

Cultivate Community Engagement and Provide Excellent Service 

• Understand and address the needs and concerns of the community 

• Incorporate community perspectives into decision-making processes 

• Drive initiatives that create positive impacts beyond the organization 

Demonstrate Emotional Intelligence 

• Show self-awareness and manage emotions effectively in challenging situations 

• Seek and respond constructively to feedback, even in the face of setbacks 

• Balance empathy with accountability when leading self and working with others 

Essential Job Functions 

Repairs plaster, applies paint and stain, performs minor remodeling tasks and small building projects, repairs and replaces vinyl wall covering and installs both vinyl and ceramic tile.

Assists in the maintenance and adjustment of remote controlled, motorized, and operator-controlled doors.

Assists in the operation of heating and air conditioning equipment which may include operation and programming of computerized building management system, using building management systems and misc. computer software.

Maintains and operates boilers, chillers, pumps, motors and water softeners. Maintains and repairs all types of building equipment and furnishings.

Makes simple repairs to door locks, electrical appliances, carpets, rugs, shades and furniture.

Performs installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment for which skills in electricity, carpentry, plumbing, painting or other skilled trades are necessary. Replaces electrical switches, ballasts, and fixtures, window glass and screens.

Constructs, paints and repairs picnic tables, benches, fences and signs.

Plows, salts and removes snow from roads, sidewalks and parking areas using skid steers, plows, snow blowers, brushes, and shovels.

Mows grass, rakes lawns, prunes shrubs and trees, cuts weeds and brush using hand tools and chainsaws. Hauls garbage and debris.

Cleans, sanitizes and maintains restrooms, toilets, buildings and grounds and other assigned areas. Unplugs toilets and other pipes as necessary.

Sets up rooms for meetings.

Assists in moving equipment or department furniture and boxes, as necessary. Keeps maintenance records and makes reports by hand and using a computer. Operates and/or assists in operating a variety of machines, tools and equipment to include welding equipment, electrical meters to troubleshoot equipment, end loaders, mowers, trucks, and other road maintenance equipment.

Maintains and performs routine maintenance on County vehicles and lawn/snow equipment. Maintains in good repair all tools and equipment used in work, to include refueling. Maintains and repair kitchen and laundry equipment. Performs preventative maintenance work per schedule. Attends mandatory in-services. Protects County property from abuse such as vandalism and reports such to proper authority.

Works safely and follows safety practices and standards of the Facilities department; responsible for reporting or correcting any existing or potential safety or accident hazard.

In this public service position, employee is required to be courteous, cooperative and respectful at all times, with the public and clients. Also establishes and maintains a courteous, cooperative and respectful working relationship with other employees, supervisors, visitors, and public officials.

Physical demands:

Frequently lifts and dumps barrels of garbage weighing approx. 60 lbs. Frequently lifts and carries (up to 80 lbs.); occasionally lifts up to 100 lbs. Rides and operates lawn mowers and other power equipment. Wears safety equipment such as goggles, gloves and ear protection. Occasionally carries and uses power trimmer weighing approx. 20 lbs. Splits wood. Handles, carries and operates various machinery and equipment such as hand and power tools, chainsaws, shovels, pick, hammer and brooms. Reaches and uses arms and hands for carrying equipment, painting and other maintenance work. Climbs ladders and uses step stools. Works at heights to paint, repair roofs or other functions. Drives truck. Walks, pushes, pulls, bends, twists, reaches, crouches, kneels and climbs while performing duties. Sweeps, mops and carries buckets of water. Frequently stands and walks; occasionally climbs hills and walks uneven terrain. Uses near and far vision, reads, writes and uses independent judgment. Comprehends and carries out oral and written instructions. Works indoors and outdoors in all types of weather, including rain, snow and extreme cold and heat. Dramatic shifts in temperature, dust, noise, vibrations and mechanical hazards are factors. Hazards exist in operating mechanical equipment listed above and fire hazards when filling gas tanks on equipment. Tasks may involve exposure to blood/body fluids.

Related Job Functions

Occasionally drives County vehicles to pick up supplies or transport individuals; responsible for advising supervisor if valid driver's license and good driving record are not maintained.

The position requires interactions with people to include co-workers, other County employees, residents, and customers. May be called to respond to help with many situations to include resident behavior crisis at the nursing homes.

Maintains resident's rights and confidentiality of resident information. Immediately reports all suspected cases of resident abuse or neglect to the supervisor.

This job description is not intended to encompass every job duty or responsibility but is only illustrative. This position is required to perform other duties as may be assigned or required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of and ability to safely use, various construction and maintenance equipment.

Working knowledge of building, grounds, maintenance and construction work.

Knowledge and experience in the operation of heating and cooling equipment for large buildings (HVAC) to include low-pressure boilers, water softeners, chillers, pumps, and related items.

Knowledge of and ability to perform extensive wall repair and surfacing techniques, good carpentry skills, mechanics and general aptitude for repair of equipment.

Ability to troubleshoot and make repairs/adjustments on machinery and equipment.

Knowledge of, with ability to operate, various types of maintenance equipment including hand and power tools, chainsaws, various types of trucks, tractors, mowers and end loaders.

Knowledge of the operation and use of computerized building management systems, or ability to successfully complete training in said area.

Skill in electricity, carpentry, plumbing or other trade.

Ability to perform minor repairs to small motors, office equipment, lighting fixtures, and other related tasks.

Physical condition and agility to perform essential job functions, including lifting, pulling, bending, climbing and ability to work at heights.

Working knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions, and safety codes.

Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Ability to work under varying climatic conditions.

Ability to work cooperatively and harmoniously with others.

Training, Experience and Other Requirements

One of the following is required: Industrial Journeyman Electrician License, Industrial Journeyman Maintenance License, or a minimum one-year formal education in HVAC.

Three years previous work experience performing maintenance and grounds keeping duties.

Good work record and possess traits of honesty, trustworthiness, reliability, and dependability.

Must have reasonable availability for response to after-hours emergency situations and be available for a rotating on call schedule.

Valid Wisconsin driver's license, with good driving record, to operate County vehicles as necessary for obtaining supplies, etc.

May consider other relevant combination of training and experience.

Successful completion of criminal record check as required by Wisconsin Caregiver law.

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