Job Information
Madison County Government Maintenance Mechanic in Anderson, Indiana
POSITION: Maintenance Mechanic I
DEPARTMENT: Maintenance Department
WORK SCHEDULE: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., M-F
JOB CATEGORY: SO (Special Occupation)
DATE WRITTEN: September 1985 STATUS: Full-time
DATE REVISED: February 2020 FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Incumbent serves as Maintenance Mechanic I and is responsible for repairing and maintaining County equipment and buildings.
DUTIES (May vary according to assigned shift)
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Performs major and minor repairs to county-owned equipment and buildings, including installing electrical outlets, light fixtures, and telephone and computer cables.
Performs preventative maintenance procedures on H. V. A. C. units, including changing and/or cleaning filters and oil motors, adjusting/replacing belts, etc.
May assist with building remodeling projects, including building walls and benches and installing vinyl bases or carpeting. May assist with installing minor electrical devices and electrical wiring.
Installs and/or replaces plumbing fixtures, including water lines, toilets, sinks, coolers, and sump pumps; tests and repairs water systems and unclogs toilets and sinks as needed.
Performs seasonal maintenance on County equipment, including changing belts, greasing and oiling, and ensuring proper fluid levels.
Acts as a crew leader and supervises the work on projects as assigned or directed. May supervise the work of various cleaning, sanitation, and minor maintenance duties.
May perform repairs on locks, sliding doors, inner locking circuits, broken windows, toilets, sinks, and showers within the jail complex. Rebuilds locks and sliding door motors as needed.
Maintains the record of all repairs, maintenance procedures, and employee timesheets, as required.
Maintains inventory of tools, ensuring proper security of tools at all times.
Performs custodial duties, including mopping and sweeping; removes snow and ice from building grounds, as required; and loads and/or unloads trucks.
Operates snowplow to remove snow from county parking lots and sidewalks when necessary.
May serve on 24-hour call as assigned.
Performs related duties as assigned.
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SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
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Thorough knowledge of the accepted principles and practices involved in building and equipment repair and maintenance and familiarity with diagnostic, overhaul, and repair procedures and tools.
Ability to diagnose electrical failures and assist in light wiring repairs, replacements, and installations.
Knowledge of carpentry and ability to perform plumbing, heating, and cooling repairs.
Knowledge of and ability to safely use maintenance tools and equipment, including table and miter saws, air-driven tools, electrical hand tools, and volt and ampere meters.
Ability to supervise and give meaningful instruction to custodial personnel regarding prope