Preventive Maintenance TechSalary$21.54 - $24.37 HourlyLocation Missoula, MTJob TypeRegular Full-time, 40 hours/weekJob Number2024-00505DepartmentFacilities ManagementOpening Date10/08/2024Bargaining UnitMFPE-Federation of MIssoula County EmployeesWork SiteMissoula CountyScheduling/Hours of WorkFull time Monday through FridayDefinitionThis is a full-time opportunity with many benefits! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. The pay range for this position is $21.54 - $24.37 per hour, DOE.The Facilities Management Department is seeking a PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN to join their team. This position performs preventive maintenance work on complex HVAC equipment to ensure peak efficiency and air quality standards set forth by code. Details: Priority screening will begin on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. It is in your best interest to apply by this date. Applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established, or the position has been filled.To Apply: •Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested.•Please include with a complete application the following attachments: A letter of interest, and a resume.•Incomplete applications will be disqualified.•Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.Representative Examples of WorkDevelops and maintains familiarity with County facilities; reports any maintenance issues or unsafe conditions to the supervisor; and notifies supervisor when supplies are needed. Performs preventive maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems and on generators at mountain transmitter sites. Performs preventive maintenance on low pressure boilers and adds chemical treatment as needed. Performs work to assist in the repair of building systems including: fire and security systems; tube system; inmate phone system; and video arraignment system. Makes plumbing repairs as assigned. Assists in changes of office layout in accordance with facility plans. Moves office furniture, files and equipment as needed. Assists in fire extinguishers maintenance. Performs grounds maintenance including snow removal, de-icing; lawn maintenance and work on lawn sprinkler systems. May assist community service or inmate workers to perform assigned tasks.Minimum Qualifications•High school graduation or GED.•Requires one year of work experience performing physical, manual labor. Preventive maintenance experience in a multi-building facility or other large operation preferred.•SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Montana Driver's License and pass an extensive background check.Physical/Environmental DemandsThe work requires considerable physical activity, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. Requires work in detention cells and exposure to inmates. Requires frequent walking, stooping, bending, climbing of stairs and ladders and lifting of moderate to very heavy objects (50 to 100 plus pounds) with the use of mechanical or people assists. The work requires the physical ability to operate a snowmobile, drive a four wheel drive motor vehicle, and operate a forklift. Requires work outside of the normal workday; requires carrying a cell phone. Work may cause exposure to health threats such as sewage and blood-borne pathogens.Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula!Missoula County covers over 2,618 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks. Five large valleys and two major rivers wind through this mountainous region. Missoula County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Clark Fork River running through town to lush ranches and a growing economy of small business. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, fisherman, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Missoula County's boundless opportunities.AgencyMissoula CountyAddress200 W BroadwayMissoula, Montana, 59802Phone406-258-4874Websitehttp://www.missoulacounty.us