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Job Title:  

Facilities Maintenance Engineer II

Agency:

Department of Labor

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000006553

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

45,000.00

Job Description:

Facilities Maintenance Engineer II

Job Code: FET041

Pay Grade: F

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Facilities Maintenance Engineer II performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled building trades work in the repair, maintenance or construction of state buildings and related structures. May work independently or with other skilled or semi-skilled workers with responsibility for completion of assigned tasks.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

·         Perform light carpentry, painting and drywall repair

·         Use hand and power tools safely for repair and maintenance tasks

·         Replace broken fixtures and hardware

·         Assist with lifting, stacking and moving furniture, equipment and materials as needed

·         Troubleshoot and perform basic repairs on various types of equipment

·         Replaces fuses, light bulbs, and switches

·         Gathers tools and supplies to be used at the work site; cleans work area, tools and equipment

·         Inspects and maintains fire alarm systems, communication system cables and connections, and clocks

·         Maintains and performs preventive maintenance on electric door lock systems and handicap access systems

·         Ensures all maintenance conforms to quality standards and designated timeliness

·         Address emergency issues promptly and coordinates swift responses

·         Repairs and replaces lighting fixtures

·         Assist with maintenance and cleaning tasks

·         Ability to be at elevated levels and move safely in uneven terrain or in confined spaces

·         Wears safety equipment and observes all safety practices and regulations

·         Performs other related duties as assigned

·         Travel may be required up to 25% of the time

·         Incumbent must possess a valid Georgia Driver’s license.

·         Required Competencies

·         Strong knowledge of basic building maintenance and repair

·         Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills

·         Effective communication and the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships

 

 

Preferred Hiring Qualifications

·         Knowledge of carpentry

·         Knowledge of building maintenance repair including minor electrical repair and plumbing

·         Effective time management skills

·         Ability to read and interpret blueprints and manuals

·         Ability to troubleshoot and repair machinery faults using appropriate testing methods

Education Requirements

·         High School Diploma

·         GED Certificate

·         Vocational School Diploma

Required Experience

·         Two to three years of job-related experience

·         Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including drills, ladders, hand trucks, circuit testers, hand tools and various other electrical and construction equipment. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, working overhead, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion. Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently.

 

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

•           The State of Georgia and Georgia Department of Labor offers a generous benefit program with wide variety of available choices:

•           Retirement and Savings Plans

•           Health Insurance (multiple plans)

•           Flexible / Voluntary Benefits

•           Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care)

•           Dental

•           Vision

•           Life

•           Disability

•           Long Term Care

•           Legal

•           Paid Time Off

•           13 Holidays

•           Annual Leave

•           Sick Leave

•           Other Leave, including Parental Leave

•           Employee Assistance Program

•           Employee Discounts

•           Employee Purchasing Program

 

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

In addition to a competitive salary, the Georgia Department of Labor offers a generous benefits package, which includes employee retirement plan; paid holidays annually; vacation and sick leave; health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, health and childcare spending account.

 

The Georgia Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those circumstances permitted or mandated by law).

 

Because of the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This posting may close at any time prior to the posted close date, once a suitable applicant pool is identified.

 

Please complete the application in its entirety. Your attached resume does not replace an incomplete work experience submission.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate degree in a related field from an accredited college or university; or three (3) years of experience in engineering, maintenance, renovation, and construction of facilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.