Maintenance Specialist

INTRODUCTION:

This position contributes to the Public Works Department effort to protect and preserve the Tribe’s, buildings, facilities, maintenance and repair of water distribution facilities and systems.

DUTIES:

MAINTENANCE DUTIES:

• Perform building maintenance and repairs including plumbing, minor electrical, window and door repairs, drywall repair, painting and cleaning.
• Perform appliance and hearing alarm system maintenance and repairs.
• Identify and report any irregular, unsafe or hazardous conditions.
• Read water meters on a monthly basis.
• Monitor fluoride levels in tribal water system.
• Maintains and repairs fences, gates, walls, water sprinkler system and walks.
• Maintain and paint inside and outside of buildings.
• Clean out drainage ditches and culverts often full of water. Perform water diversion projects during rainy season.
• Complete assigned tasks on a daily basis, as well as other duties as assigned. Hours are determined by 24-hour schedule and subject to seasonal changes.
• Secure tribal buildings at office closing.
• Assist Director with employee needs, such as moving desks and office equipment.
• Shovels snow from walks and driveways and apply approved deicing compounds on public passageways to prevent ice build up and enforce safety in inclement weather.
• Properly maintains equipment and hand tools and assures safe and proper storage.
• Assemble and disassemble damaged parts to building, facilities, wooden structures and assisting other workers as required.
• Ability to work under the direction of others in special projects and ongoing maintenance or assistance with grounds cleaning while maintaining a respectful, courteous manner.
• Interior or exterior rehabilitation on building owned by the Siletz Tribe.
• Carry out duties assigned to assure completion of Scope of Work established by the Public Works Director.
• Perform floor, wall, or roof framing.
• Install sub-floor or underlayment and appropriate flooring such as vinyl, carpet, or tile.
• Sheetrock installation or repair with appropriate tape and texture procedures.
• Painting including primer and finish coat application and all the prep work including caulking and taping or patching.
• Interior finish work on doors or window trim, baseboard installation or repair, kitchen or vanity cabinet installation or repair, laminate installation or repair.
• Insulation removal or installation in walls, ceilings, or floors.
• Use tools and equipment in a safe and proper manner, maintain, and store equipment properly to assure longevity of the tools.
• Accomplish a variety of tasks pertinent to the completion of each project in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area before, during, and after construction.
• Use appropriate safety equipment when applicable such as earplugs, safety glasses, dust masks, respirators, gloves, etc.
• Comply with OSHA safety requirements during construction.

WATER SYSTEM DUTIES:

• Monitor the water supply within the transmission and distribution system using all controls and telemetry equipment while observing specific supply, water quality and treatment, public safety, and environmental regulations.
• Operates pumps and valves to maintain proper water supply, pressure, and flows.
• Develops systems operation and maintenance documentation, maintains detailed logs, and establishes and maintains data collection and reporting system.
• Responsible for switching valves on and off to ensure safety of crews working on equipment and lines.
• Investigates alarms, direct, and coordinates crews when emergency repairs are necessary. Coordinates emergency response with others in the department and with external agencies, including customer and regulatory and resources agencies.
• Maintain and repair malfunctions in the distribution system; repair gauges, pumps, filters and other controls and equipment.
• Collect samples and identifies concentration of chemicals, physical or biological characteristics of water required in accordance with local, state, and federal clean water requirements. Monitor water quality and turbidity.
• Responds to customer and public inquiries and complaints.
• Prepares and maintains all necessary records and reports.
• Other duties as assigned by Director.

REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or GED and three years experience in a building maintenance department or residential construction with one year work experience in water distribution; -OR – an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Upon successful completion of Water Distribution Class I certification, salary will increase to TL 118.2; must obtain within 18 months of hire. On the job training will be provided to help with Certification requirement.

Experience in:

• Utilizing tape measures, rules, squares, compasses and levels, Operation of assorted Machinery and carpenter tools (Table, Band, Scroll, Tile and Masonry, Reciprocating, Circular, Miter saws, Palmers, Jointers, Drill Press, Belt and Disk sanders, Bench grinders and wood tool sharpeners, finish sanders and routers).
• Painting techniques and standard surface preparation and coating methods.
• Working with computer controlled systems and computerized preventive maintenance and work order programs.

Ability to:

• Make accurate estimates of time and materials required for repairs and maintenance work.

Other:

• Must possess and maintain first aid and CPR card, or have the ability to acquire within the first 6 months of hire.
• Must possess a valid Oregon State driver's license, insurance and be eligible to drive a GSA vehicle.