Facilities Maintenance Technician

El Dorado, KS

Full Time

Mid Level

Compensation:
This position starts at $23.16* per hour. *Hourly rate may vary based on education, experience or qualifications.

This position typically works four days a week, with ten-hour workdays from Monday to Thursday.
May be subject to emergency call back.

Benefits:
Medical, dental and vision (up to 80% paid by the City of El Dorado)
Sick & Personal leave
Work-Life Balance programs: military leave, civil leave, bereavement leave
9 paid holidays
YMCA membership ($15 a month paid by the City of El Dorado)
KPERS Retirement and deferred compensation programs
Longevity pay
EMPAC Employee Assistance Program
Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information.

*Regular, full time employees will be eligible for health insurance benefits on the first day of the month following sixty days of full time employment. Health insurance benefits include medical, prescription, dental and vision.

Position Summary

The Facilities Maintenance Technician performs journey-level work in the maintenance, repair, and alteration of City-owned buildings and facilities. This position requires skill in multiple trades including carpentry, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, painting, and roofing. Work is performed independently, often under general instructions, and includes estimating materials, selecting appropriate tools, and determining work methods. Assignments are received orally or in writing and are inspected periodically for quality and completion.

Essential Functions

• Perform skilled maintenance, repair, and remodeling of buildings and facilities
• Install various types of flooring (wood, tile, carpet, linoleum)
• Use hand tools and power tools for bench carpentry and general repair
• Install and repair pre-hung, slab, wood-framed, and metal doors and windows
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on HVAC systems
• Repair roofing materials, flashings, sealants, and install roofing tiles
• Repair and maintain locks, door closers, window frames, furniture, and fixtures
• Paint interior and exterior surfaces using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment
• Patch and repair plaster and drywall
• Conduct routine electrical repairs including lights, outlets, switches, and fans
• Perform minor welding and HVAC system support tasks
• Estimate and procure required materials and supplies
• Maintain clean and safe work areas and equipment
• Coordinate with other staff to ensure work aligns with city standards
• Continuously seek improvements in efficiency, work quality, and safety

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid Kansas Driver’s License (CDL preferred)
• Minimum three years of experience in building maintenance or construction

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Construction and maintenance tools and practices
• Building systems and facility repair methods
• HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry basics
• Safety procedures and hazard awareness
• Reading blueprints, layouts, and manuals

Ability to:

• Solve technical problems independently
• Estimate and track materials for maintenance work
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently
• Perform basic math and distance measurement

Physical and Mental Requirements

Above average ability to:

• Concentrate for long periods and recall complex information
• Solve problems and make decisions independently

Average ability to:

• Use all five senses, including color differentiation
• Lift and maneuver 80-pound tools and materials
• Climb, balance, kneel, and work in tight or below-grade areas
• Use hand tools and perform repetitive motions
• Endure physically demanding tasks and environmental exposures

Work Environment

• Outdoor weather and temperature extremes
• Loud noises, dust, fumes, and chemicals
• Cramped, below-grade, or elevated work areas
• Overtime, on-call, and extended work hours

This job description does not exclusively outline the duties expected of the employee in this role. Employees may need to adhere to additional job-related directives and fulfill other job-related tasks upon request, adhering to relevant state and federal regulations. Some job responsibilities outlined here may be subject to potential adjustments in compliance with applicable state and federal laws.

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