Building and Grounds Maintenance Technician

Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Technician (Custodial & Facilities Support)

Morton County Department:
Buildings and Grounds.

Location:

Morton County Courthouse.

Morton County is a committed public service employer devoted to our Team and the steadfast citizens who make up our great community. What makes our organization remarkable are the ideals we instill in the services we provide to the public. We believe in delivering comprehensive, cost-effective, and efficient services to our community, constituents, and Team while operating in a collaborative, considerate, ethical, and fiscally responsible manner.

Our ability to provide exceptional customer service is directly attributable to the quality of our Team and the culture we cultivate. We strive to build a workplace that is responsive to Team Members by listening to the needs of employees and their families and providing a comprehensive and affordable benefits program. We invite you to consider Morton County as your next employer.

This position provides thorough custodial and maintenance support to the Morton County Courthouse within the Buildings and Grounds Department. Duties are routine in nature and require a high degree of thoroughness, independence, initiative, and effective time management.

• Maintain and repair County facilities, equipment, and buildings by performing a variety of semi-skilled tasks including carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical repairs.
• Perform minor plumbing repairs such as fixing sinks, toilets, faucets, and pipes.
• Operate small and large equipment including boom lifts, skid steer loaders, riding mowers, tractors with attachments.
• Operate and maintain mechanical tools and equipment including power saws, sanders, drills, air compressors, paint sprayers, sewer augers, and various hand tools.
• Perform custodial duties including dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, scrubbing, stripping and waxing floors, shampooing carpets, and cleaning, disinfecting, deodorizing, and restocking restrooms.
• Perform landscaping duties such as planting, trimming, pruning, fertilizing, spraying pesticides, and installing or adjusting sprinkler systems.
• Conduct building inspections to identify maintenance needs and perform seasonal maintenance including winterization.
• Perform snow removal using vehicles, powered equipment, and hand tools.
• Set up and tear down meeting rooms, including tables, chairs, and equipment; assist with equipment and furniture relocation.
• Receive, prioritize, and complete work orders; communicate with supervisors and points of contact to ensure timely completion.
• Interact with visitors daily in a courteous and professional manner.
• Work as part of a team and independently as required.

• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and County employees.
• Knowledge of custodial cleaning standards, cleaning agents, and procedures.
• Experience with tools and equipment used in custodial, maintenance, and repair work.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, welding, painting, and carpentry work.
• Ability to safely operate equipment, mechanical equipment, and power tools.
• Understanding of occupational hazards and applicable safety precautions.
• Ability to troubleshoot building maintenance issues and perform minor equipment repairs.
• Ability to read and understand instruction manuals, diagrams, and basic blueprints.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to follow verbal and written instructions and complete assignments independently.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and manage time effectively.

• North Dakota Public Employees Retirement Program
• North Dakota Public Employees Retirement Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Voluntary Benefit Options