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Facilities Maintenance Technician

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Labor, Georgia Department of - GDOL

The Georgia Department of Labor is seeking a skilled a Maintenance Engineer. This position is located in Atlanta, GA, at the GDOL main office.

 

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Facilities Maintenance Engineer assists and plans, implements and monitors facility maintenance programs to include construction and repair.

 

 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

·        Inspecting buildings and facilities to identify any issues related to structural, electrical, plumbing, or other systems

·        Creating and implementing preventive maintenance procedures for maintaining building infrastructure and equipment

·        Monitoring systems performance and functionality, making recommendations for improvements or upgrades

·        Diagnoses and corrects mechanical and structural problems, checking blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs

·        Ensures all maintenance conforms to quality standards and designated timeliness

·        Handles hazardous materials according to laws and regulations

·        Documenting procedures, incidents, maintenance activities and keeping an inventory of all building components and equipment

·        Addressing emergency issues promptly and coordinating swift responses

·        Performs basic and skilled painting, carpentry, and roofing tasks

·        Performs routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines operate smoothly, efficiently and physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate

·        Reads, utilizes blueprints, plans, drawings and sketches to determine the work to be performed and resources required

·        Renovates or builds additions to existing facilities

·        Wears safety equipment and observes all safety practices and regulations

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

 

Incumbent must possess a valid Georgia driver’s license.

 Required Competencies

·       Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems

·       Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

·       Effective communication and interpersonal abilities

·       Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

  • Three (3) years of experience in maintenance, renovation, and construction required 

 

 

 

 Perks and Programs

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

·        Retirement and Savings Plans

·        Health Insurance

·        Flexible Spending Accounts

·        Dental

·        Vision

·        Life

·        Short-term and long-term disability

·        Long Term Care

·        Legal

·        13 Paid Holidays

·        Annual and sick leave

·        Other Leave, including Parental Leave

·        Employee Assistance Program

·        Employee Discounts

 

Additional Information

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 may not receive notification. This posting may close at any time prior to the posted close date, once a suitable applicant pool is identified.

The hiring process may involve one or more of the following: an interview, a timed written exercise, and/or an oral presentation. If there is a need for a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please advise the hiring manager.

All decisions concerning the employment relationship for qualified applicants will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with the Georgia Department of Labor values and will not be tolerated. Furthermore, such discrimination or harassment may violate federal, state, or local law.

 

 

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.

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