Douglas County is accepting applications for a full-time Facility Maintenance Tech with the Facility Maintenance Department. The primary responsibility for this position is general building and grounds maintenance in a variety of Douglas County facilities. This includes, but is not limited to, general/basic maintenance (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, etc.), preventative maintenance, repairs, upgrades, event and equipment setup, cleaning, snow removal, and other duties as needed.
The preferred applicant will be reliable, flexible, and have the ability to work independently and with other members of the facility maintenance team. Knowledge and experience of general maintenance and repair in multiple trades/specialties is preferred. Familiarity with cleaning methods and techniques is a must. This position must also possess the skills to occasionally work with members of the public in a professional manner and have a strong eye for detail.
Successful candidate must pass a background check. Requirements include valid driver’s license; Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or two years related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
To apply, visit . Application review will begin immediately, and the position will remain posted until Friday, August 7 at 5:00pm.
The minimum starting salary for this position is $25.56/hr and includes access to excellent benefits:
Insurance & Voluntary Benefits
- Health insurance (PPO and HRA options) with coverage beginning the first day of the month following the start date and various family/dependent coverage levels available
- Dental, vision, life, prescription, critical illness, pet, and many other voluntary insurance options
- Optional flex spending account, identity protection, legal assistance, and more
- Discounted gym memberships and an incentivized employee wellness program
Paid Time Off
- Accrual of 14 paid vacation and 15 paid sick days each calendar year (accrual begins immediately)
- Availability of 1 paid personal day and 10 paid holidays each calendar year
- Increases in vacation leave accrual over time
Retirement
- Automatic enrollment in KPERS (Kansas Public Employees Retirement Systems)
- Optional 457 deferred compensation plans available
Qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, or any other factor prohibited by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.56 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
