Facilities Specialist 1

Class Title: Facilities Specialist 1

Class Code: FAC SPEC 1

Hourly: $20.72 - $27.22 | Monthly: $3592.61 - $4719.16 | Annually: $43111.33 - $56630.03

Benefits: Full-time

OVERVIEW:

This classification is responsible for performing semi-skilled facility maintenance and construction trades on work assignments and projects.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Facilities Specialist 1 is the entry level in the Facilities Specialist classification and can provide entry level semi-skilled trade work in a variety of technical fields.  The Facilities Specialist 1 is distinguished from the Facilities Specialist 2 by performing entry level trade work, overseeing contractors on small projects, and working oversight.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the supervision of a supervisor.  Follows standard processes and procedures without supervision but confirms changes to standard practices and significant decisions in advance.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Limited direction and leadership is exercised over a crew of part time staff and seasonal staff assigned to projects or work assignments.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

The information provided below encompasses the typical duties and capabilities linked with this classification.  Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Constructs, remodels, and maintains park facilities.
• Assists with new construction projects, including carpentry, plumbing, office furniture, fixtures, lavatories, concrete, painting, roofing, doors, windows, masonry, and appliances.
• Assists in the supervision of work crews while in progress if needed; provides guidance and training in procedures and techniques as needed to ensure quality and quantity of work meets standards.
• Identifies and purchases materials for job assignments.
• Maintains equipment and keeps in clean and safe condition; operates equipment safely and with care at all times.
• Identifies safety-related issues and ensures that safe conditions prevail in all park facilities.
• Reads and interprets construction drawings.
• Assists with set-up and operation of special events.
• Provides assistance and guidance to public park users as needed.
• Acts as a Mandatory Reporter; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

The individual in this classification is expected to possess and exhibit the following knowledge, skills and abilities.

Strong Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices and methods used in construction;
• Basic construction materials and principles;
• Best practices of maintenance management; and
• Maintenance and safe operation of powered equipment and hand tools.

Skill and Ability to:

• Effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing, including by phone, e-mail or in person to successfully complete assigned projects;
• Work independently while also able to work cooperatively with others;
• Safely operate powered equipment and hand tools;
• Read, in English, equipment instructions, maps and blueprints;
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions;
• Accurately calculate and apply mathematical formulas;
• Establish and maintain effective, cooperative and respectful working relationships with all contacts;
• Exercise initiative and good judgment; and
• Read and interpret construction drawings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are minimum qualifications for this classification.

Education, Experience, and Training:

1. High school diploma or equivalent; one year of trade or technical school preferred AND
2. Two (2) years of experience in park services, public works, or related field, with emphasis on facility maintenance and/or specialized construction trade; OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of education, experience and training.

Licenses and Certifications:

1. Possession of, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, a valid Oregon driver’s license.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The following are working conditions, including environmental and physical demands, required for this classification. 

• Duties are performed indoors and outdoors with exposure to inclement weather including heat, cold, humidity, wind, snow, and rain.
• Daily standing and walking over uneven terrain, such as parks and trails with up/down inclines, paved and unpaved surfaces for sustained periods of time.
• May require working for emergency call-outs during off duty hours.
• Presence of paints, chemicals, and pesticides poses slight health hazard.
• Safety equipment, including shoes, gloves and eye protection are required.
• Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, and constant use of hands and arms and may require overhead reaching.
• Exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical work includes climbing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, grasping, bending, keyboarding, and repetitive hand and feet motion.

STATUS:

Non-Exempt

Full-Time

Benefits: Full-time

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