Sheriff's Office Maintenance Technician

at Yuma County in Yuma, Arizona, United States

Job Description

NATURE OF WORK

Under general supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty in skilled maintenance of facilities, and associated equipment and systems for the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office; this position has department specific responsibility.

(Illustrative Only)  Performs a variety of maintenance and repair tasks, including plumbing, mechanical, masonry, and basic electrical and HVAC work with power and hand tools; performs basic repairs on Detention closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras, intercom system, and electrical security doors; identifies and organizes materials, supplies, and equipment needed for each assigned project; works with special project or construction teams as assigned; inspects buildings and other structures to determine and detect malfunctions and needed repair making notes and recommendations; performs preventative maintenance on interior and exterior of the facilities, regular equipment maintenance, and other various systems that might require regular preventative maintenance checks; performs minor plumbing maintenance and repairs e.g. replacement or repair of leaks in drains and faucets, unclogging of drains, replacing drain hoses, etc. to provide operable and efficient plumbing capabilities to Sheriff’s Office personnel and inmates; performs minor mechanical, carpentry and masonry work e.g. hanging doors, fitting standard locks and handles, repairing concrete sidewalks, and Exterior Insulations Finishing Systems (EIFS), provide operable, efficient, and safe facilities for personnel and inmates; performs minor electrical maintenance, to include, replacement or repair of fixtures, e.g. wall switches, outlets, incandescent and fluorescent bulbs and tubes, ballast, sockets, fuses, minor appliances, cords, etc., using appropriate hand, power and specialty tools; assists in performing minor HVAC work, to include, adjusting and calibrating thermostats, changing or cleaning filters, etc. in order to provide comfortable temperature for personnel and inmates; receives calls for troubleshooting on building and mechanical systems; reviews requests for service and prioritizes routine daily work orders; maintains records and logs of services performed; enters work order and project completion data on computer system and prepares written reports as required; cleans, maintains, and services required equipment and tools used during performance of work assignments; builds, repairs, and modifies office furniture using appropriate carpentry techniques, tools, and materials to meet Sheriff’s Office standards; maintains situational awareness in the Detention Facility; utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed and reports problems and emergency situations; maintains security of all tools, supplies and equipment; responds to on-call work orders on a rotational basis; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and other Sheriff’s Office information; may pick up and deliver materials and supplies to job site; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.