Shire Jobs

Description This posting has been re-opened and if you have already applied, you are still being considered and will not be able to apply to this posting again.

Perform a variety of skilled and unskilled manual labor duties associated with the maintenance of County grounds, buildings and equipment. Work is of a changing nature and initiative must be used to be able to handle different situations as necessary. Duties

Performs maintenance and repairs of county buildings and property in any of the following areas: dry-wall, plumbing, painting and electrical, routine utilization of the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), window replacement, roofing, lock replacement, and grounds maintenance. May include assisting custodial or HVAC as needed. Oversees small projects assigned by the area Maintenance Supervisor from start to finish. Transports materials and furniture to and from storage and the worksite. Prepares rooms for conferences and meetings, including moving furniture and equipment. Repairs, cleans, lubricates and stores maintenance tools and equipment. Maintains County grounds as requested by performing duties such as mowing, weeding, sprinkler repairs and adjustments, planting and watering and maintaining trees and shrubs. Assists with quarterly and year-end material inventory, inventory and tracking of small tools. Sweeps sidewalks and removes snow on sidewalk entrances to buildings using hand tools or maintenance vehicle with snow plow. Removes snow from parking lots and other public thoroughfares; spreads salt or sand onto driving or walking surfaces. Position is deemed essential and incumbent must be available for winter storm emergencies and available to work on an on-call on a rotation basis which requires evening, holidays and weekends. Escorts Performs other duties as assigned. visiting contractors through facilities as needed.Skills and Abilities: * Ability to effectively communicate in English language, both verbally and in writing. * Ability to perform strenuous manual labor as required for extended periods of time, under adverse working conditions. * Ability to follow oral and written instructions. * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees and the general public. * Ability to use hand and power tools in a safe manner. * Knowledge of safety rules, regulations and practices.

Behavioral Competencies: Collaboration: Develops cooperation and teamwork while participating in a group, working with and through others toward solutions which generally benefit all involved parties. Composure: Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn't show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis. Following Directions: The ability to effectively hear, understand, and follow directions or instructions; the willingness to postpone making personal decisions, or taking action, until one has openly listened to what one is being asked to do. Perseverance: Pursues everything with energy, drive, and a need to finish; seldom gives up before finishing, especially in the face of resistance or setbacks. Respect for Others: Demonstrates respect for others regardless of position or individual differences. Teamwork/Cooperation: Working effectively with team/work group or those outside formal line of authority (e.g., peers, senior managers) to accomplish organizational goals; taking actions that respect the needs and contributions of others; contributing to and accepting the consensus. Requirements Education and Experience: High School diploma or GED equivalent and Three (3) + year prior experience in building maintenance in a corporate, non-profit or government complex performing d ties such as plumbing, electrical and general repair. A combination of education and experience. Supplemental Information Supplemental Requirements: Possession of a valid Class "R" Colorado Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within two weeks of appointment. Must successfully pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, background and motor vehicle check. Will also require post-hire fingerprinting, a CBI background check and successfully completing bi-annual Colorado Justice Information System training. Position is deemed essential and incumbents must be available for winter storm or other emergency events and available to work on an on-call rotational basis which requires evening, holidays and weekends. Work locations and facilities are subject to change based on business need. INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are with superiors, peers, subordinates, elected officials, users, and/or vendors. Contacts require the ability to exercise a high degree of interpersonal skills to influence persons at all levels. Incumbent is accountable for the results of the contact.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors with exposure to hot and cold outside temperatures, dust, grease, chemicals, fumes, etc. Hazards present in this position are inherent in occupational areas including some HVAC, electrical, plumbing and carpentry. Primary work environment is in extremely high security facilities in which there is occasional physical safety concerns (detention facility) and