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BUILDING MAINTENANCE MECHANIC DAWSON COUNTY FACILITIES Full-Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt JOB SUMMARY This position is typically responsible for the maintenance and repair of county owned buildings and grounds. ESSENTIAL DUTIES · Schedule and monitor preventative maintenance on elevators, HVAC systems and Fire Alarm Systems and all other maintenance issues. · Complete daily work orders submitted by other county departments as it pertains to Facilities. · Performs carpentry duties such as installing and painting sheetrock and repairing roofs. · Maintains the grounds at department facilities by cutting grass, weed-eating, trimming trees and hedges, planting grass, spreading hay, and edging lawns. · Performs routine maintenance on grounds maintenance equipment and vehicles, including checking fluid levels, replacing blades, and performing minor repairs. · Performs minor plumbing repairs. · Performs minor electrical repairs; replaces light bulbs, fuses, and breakers in department offices. · Performs housekeeping duties such as sweeping, mopping, buffing, waxing, and vacuuming floors; picks up trash; cleans bathrooms and offices. · Performs interior and exterior annual building inspections on all county owned facilities. · Performs other related duties as assigned. · This position is subject to 7 days per week, 24 hour call-in as needed. KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITY KNOWLEDGE OF: · Computer systems to be able to monitor gauges such as Fire Alarm warnings, HVAC warnings, Boiler and Chiller Warnings, and some security warnings. · County and safety policies and procedures. · Grounds maintenance techniques. · Carpentry, plumbing, and electrical practices. DAWSON COUNTY GOVERNMENT 25 Justice Way, Suite 2233 Dawsonville, GA 30534 (706) 344-3501 ---PAGE BREAK--- 2 SKILLED IN: · Operating such tools and equipment as tractors, lawnmowers, bush hogs, weed-eaters, sod cutters, line machines, electric hedge clippers, chainsaws, chippers, and various hand tools. · Verbal and written communication. ABILITY TO: · Read, write, and perform mathematical calculation at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school equivalent. · Perform some heavy lifting. CONTACTS · C o n t a c t s a r e t y p i c a l l y co-workers, community service workers, inmates, and the general public. · Contacts are typically to exchange information and provide services. ADA MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS · Scope of Performance: The purpose of this position is to prepare and maintain facilities and grounds for use by the department and the general public. Successful performance helps ensure safe and well- maintained premises and promotes a positive public image of the county government. · Physical Ability: T h e w o r k i s t y p i c a l l y p e r f o r m e d w h i l e s i t t i n g , s t a n d i n g , w a l k i n g , r e a c h i n g , b e n d i n g , c r o u c h i n g , o r s t o o p i n g . The employee must distinguish between shades of color, textures, and dimensions. The employee is frequently required to lift light and heavy objects, up to 20 pounds regularly and 80 pounds occasionally, climb ladders, and use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity. · Environmental Factors: The work is typically performed in an office, stock room, and ou t d o o r s . T h e e m p l o y e e m a y b e e x p o s e d t o n o i s e , dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts, irritating chemicals, and occasional inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as mask, goggles and gloves. SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY The Facilities Director assigns work in terms of general instructions that require the use of judgment. The employee must decide how to perform day-to-day responsibilities without specific guidance. The work is reviewed for the nature and propriety of the final results. ---PAGE BREAK--- 3 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / CERTIFICATIONS · Applicant must have ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculation at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school equivalent. · High school diploma or equivalent preferred. · Applicant must have five years of experience in building maintenance and remodeling. · HVAC experience preferred. · Applicant must have possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia and have no adverse driving record or felony conviction. Applicant must also maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). Applicant must be able to pass a Background Check and Drug Screen. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. I have read the above job description and understand the requirements. Signature: Date: Witness: Revised 7.2025 .