Maintenance/Grounds Technician III

This position is for a Maintenance / Grounds Technician III with a company in Gulfport, MS. Summary: Position Description: The Maintenance/Grounds Technician III position is a seasoned vocational worker accountable for performing a variety of semi-skilled work in the alteration, maintenance, and repair of the buildings and equipment at STF. Employees work in and have general knowledge of a variety of trade areas including: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering, and mechanical repair in settings such as facilities and grounds. May oversee a crew engaged in maintenance tasks contracted to do work within the program. The Maintenance/Grounds Technician III involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of facilities, buildings, equipment, and fixtures. Performs skilled tasks in the maintenance repair fields such as painting, plumbing, carpentry, plastering, electrical work, electronics, air-conditioning/refrigeration, heating, and/or general maintenance. Receives work orders and itemizes assignments to be completed. Performs repairs to appliances and replaces parts. Coordinates the work of employees and assists the supervisor in maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment. Makes carpentry repairs to buildings. Paints building structures and operates machinery and equipment. Assists with work orders for special events and exhibits. Repairs rooftops, windows, doors, floors, woodwork, plaster, drywall, and/or other parts of the building structure. Inspects, operates, and tests machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and correct issues. Makes electrical repairs and minor repairs to heating and ventilating equipment. Ensures the safety of individuals and staff while performing maintenance services. Maintenance staff rotate 24-hour, 365 day on-call standby for emergency response to ensure the integrity of systems, buildings, vehicles and other equipment, in order to maintain a safe environment for residents and staff. Immediate triage or repair after-hours may be required due to the intentional or accidental destruction of property or failure of systems, such as HVAC, sprinklers, plumbing, etc. The Maintenance/Grounds Technician III position adheres to policies and procedures and participates in continuous learning. This position maintains a valid driver license and liability insurance to be a driver of a state vehicle. Education and Experience: Typically requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and three (3) to four (4) years of experience in at least one of the following fields: plumbing, carpentry, painting, electronics, electrical work, plastering, air-conditioning/refrigeration, heating equipment, or general maintenance and repair.