Facilities Technician

Location: Watford City

Salary: $33.54 - $39.50 Hourly
Location : Public Works - Watford City
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Facilities
Opening Date: 01/06/2026

Description

Under the direction of the Facilities Director, performs a variety of routine and more complex building and maintenance tasks involving carpentry, plumbing, electrical, custodial and other skills. Performs snow removal, ground maintenance, both emergency and non-emergency repairs. This position is located in Watford City, ND and scheduled for Monday - Friday. Level and salary commensurate with experience.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain all McKenzie County buildings through regular repair and maintenance activities involving electrical and plumbing fixtures, carpentry, and painting. In addition, maintains heating and air handling units. Checks and calibrates thermostats and maintains lighting.
• Construct, rebuild, and repair equipment including various wood and metal structures, equipment, and furniture; prepares surfaces for paining and varnishing and applies coverage as required.
• Performs general ground maintenance activities, including mowing lawns, landscaping, brush removal, leaf removal, installing sod and shrubs, pruning trees, and seeding grass. Removes snow and ice at County facilities, including entrance ways, sidewalks, parking lots, and other areas.
• Coordinate with Facility Supervisor in maintaining the efficiency and good working conditions of the buildings.
• Repair and replace plumbing fixtures including sinks, toilets, and pipes; clear obstructions from lines.
• Operate, maintain, and repair a variety of mechanical tools and equipment such as power saws, power sanders, drills, air compressors, paint sprayers, sewer augers, and various hand held tools required for carpentry, plumbing, and maintenance work.
• Ability to be on call for responding to after hour emergencies.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned for business needs

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to report to Watford City, ND daily at required schedule time
• Six years' experience in building maintenance, construction, plumbing systems, electrical systems, mechanical equipment and controls
• Aptitude for and attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to multi-task
• Ability to analyze and trouble shoot
• Basic engineering and construction principles and methods and ability to read blueprints
• Knowledge of computers, computer programs, scanning equipment and various office machines
• May be subject to travel
• Physical requirements and working conditions:
• Able to handle exposure to noise and extreme weather conditions
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, kneel, stoop, sit, walk extensively

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Medical

Single: 100% paid for employees

Single+Child(ren): $269.28 monthly

Family: $397.80 monthly

Dental

Single: 100% paid for employees

Family: $16.98 monthly

Vision

Single: 100% paid for employees

Family: $4.32 monthly

Vacation Time

0-2 full years earn 4 hours per pay period = 96 hours per year

3-5 full years earn 5 hours per pay period = 120 hours per year

6-9 full years earn 6 hours per pay period = 144 hours per year

Over 10 full years earn 7 hours per pay period = 168 hours per year

Sick Time

4 hours earned per pay period = 96 hours per year

Retirement

Main Plan - County contributes 9.26%, Employee contribute 1%-3% - County will match

Public Safety Plan - Employee contributes 1.5%, County matches 16.54%

* Certified Law Enforcement Officers (Deputies/Corrections)

Flex Accounts

Tax-free dollars set aside each month, up to $3,200.00 annually for medical expenses

$5,000.00 annually may be set aside for day care expenses

Life Insurance

McKenzie County provides $12,000.00 life insurance. Additional coverage available at a discounted rate.

Other

Deferred Income - 457B

Similar to a 401k plan; minimum contribution amount is $25.00, max of $22,500.00 per year. Funds cannot be withdrawn until retirement, termination, or an unforeseeable emergency.

Supplemental Insurance

Met Life plans may be purchased for an additional charge.
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Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question