Maintenance Repairer

Overview

Under direction performs a variety of routine maintenance and repair tasks involved in masonry, plastering, carpentry, painting, plumbing, steam fitting, sheet metal, electrical, glazing, mechanical, and/or other types of maintenance work.

Responsibilities

• Erects simple forms, mixes cement and aggregates, pours same, and does the finishing work involved in concrete structures.
• Patches and repairs brick and concrete structures.
• Repairs damaged plastered walls and ceilings.
• Spackles, and paints interior and exterior metal, wood, and masonry surfaces.
• Repairs plumbing stoppages and repairs leaks in copper, soil, and iron pipe. 
• Replaces washers and gaskets and makes general service repairs. Does general sheet metal work involved in repairing roofs, drainboards, and rainspouts.
• Replaces light bulbs, fuses, wall plates, fixture cords, and switches.
• Replaces broken glass and reputes. 
• Changes lubricants, refuels, and does light maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
• Cleans tools and equipment. Keeps simple records. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass an extensive background check due to the nature of working in a secure, law enforcement environment.
• Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor, lift heavy objects, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.
• 1-3 years of experience in general maintenance, construction, or specialized trade preferred but not required.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of standard tools, materials, methods, practices, occupational hazards, and safety precautions involved in performing general maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions.
• Ability to take safety precautions in performing the work.
• Ability to obtain, store, safeguard, distribute, and properly use equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Ability to maintain simple records.
• Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is:

• $45,000 - $50,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Build your future while helping shape the future of your community. At Middlesex County, we’re committed to supporting our employees with competitive benefits and a workplace that values well-being and balance. Middlesex County is proud to provide the resources, support, and flexibility employees need to thrive both professionally and personally.

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Are you looking for a career that fits your interests and allows you to help your community? Middlesex County has opportunities for people with talent and drive!

Our 2,000+ employees work together to provide the services and support that make Middlesex County one of the healthiest, safest, and sustainable places to live work and play. We’re preparing for the future today with our Destination 2040 plan to help local businesses and residents grow and adapt to a continuously changing world.

You can build your own future while helping to build the future of your community. With competitive benefits, including a pension plan, on-site wellness coaches, and health and dental insurance, Middlesex County offers the support employees need. The County also promotes a healthy work-life balance with generous vacation, sick, and holiday leave.

Middlesex County is the most diverse county in New Jersey, and our employees reflect the dynamic energy of the County. We have locations throughout the County, from our downtown New Brunswick offices to our healthcare facilities to our parks system. No matter your interests and skills, there’s a place for you in Middlesex County. Build your career and your community – apply for a position with Middlesex County today.

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Middlesex County is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law