Facilities Maintenance Internship

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Facilities Maintenance Internship

Salary

$23.98 Hourly

Location

Rochester MN 55904, MN

Job Type

Regular FT

Job Number

20240077A

Department

Administration

Opening Date

08/23/2024

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

The City of Rochester welcomes applications for:

Facilities Maintenance Internship

The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.

We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work. We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.

It takes us all working together

Nature of Work

This limited-term position is sponsored by grant funds, where selected individuals will be provided mentorship, guidance, and training to gain skills related to facility maintenance. Responsibilities include assisting maintenance staff with a wide variety of general and preventative maintenance, and performing custodial work to ensure City of Rochester facilities are properly maintained, clean and safe.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This position is funded through a grant provided by the Federal Department of Labor, with the purpose of having more women of color gain skills and experience to obtain a career in the renewable energy/built environment field. The City will have various cohorts, each term lasting 1 year.

Participants will gain valuable experience and connections with other companies in the community that may lead to future employment.

The 2024 rate of pay is $23.98 per hour.

To have your application considered in the first round of reviews, please apply before September 9, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment and/or location.

*Learn how to perform general and preventative maintenance on building and specialized systems and equipment; then implement learned skills to assist City staff with maintenance responsibilities.

• Train with the Maintenance Trainer to learn various areas of maintenance and facility operation, such as preventative maintenance, operation of building automation systems, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, electrical, etc.

• Learn and follow all procedures and safety standards.

• Assist with performing and documenting required monthly preventive maintenance on equipment.

• Support staff with assessing the condition of equipment and parts and repair as required.

• Learn and perform procedures to complete daily system checks on Building Automation System, water treatment, heating and cooling systems.

• Learn to read construction documents and specifications.

• Process orders in a work order system.

• Inventory tracking procedures.

*Assist with the cleanliness and upkeep of City facilities

• Assist with maintaining sidewalks by sweeping, shoveling, plowing and removing snow.

• If needed assist with cleaning responsibilities such as cleaning glass, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, shoveling, and replenishing supplies. Remove rubbish, wastepaper, and recyclables as needed.

  Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.

  • ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirement

This position is funded through a grant provided by the Federal Department of Labor, with the purpose of having more women of color gain skills and experience to obtain a career in the renewable energy/built environment field.

This apprenticeship program will prioritize developing skills in the building maintenance field for women of color.

Education and Experience

18 years of age

High School diploma or equivalent; and interest to learn more about maintenance.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid driver's license.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: computer operations, such as Microsoft Office Suite; and basic custodian and maintenance supplies and equipment.

Ability to: have a desire to learn; communicate effectively; work pleasantly, tactfully, and effectively with co-workers, contractors, and the public; understand and effectively carry out oral or written assignments and instructions; and follow safety standards.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.

In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.

Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:

Continuous demands: standing, walking, handling

Frequent demands: lifting, pushing/pulling, carrying

Occasional demands: sitting; reaching; kneeling, crouching, bending, climbing

Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, touch

Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:

Noise (need to shout in order to be heard)

Vibration (exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities of whole body)

Exposure to dust/gas/fumes/steam/chemicals

Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)

Work at heights (such as on scaffolding or ladders)

Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors, mowers)

Protective equipment required (respirator, mask, earplugs, gloves, eyewear, etc.)

EMPLOYEE BENEFIT AND RETIREMENT SUMMARY (https://www.rochestermn.gov/home/showdocument?id=36357&t=637987529126409989)

01

The following supplemental information may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided in your application and resume. You must be honest and accurate in answering the supplemental questions and do not type "see resume". You may also be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview for this position. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate. Any information provided may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. Do you understand and agree with this statement?

• Yes

• No

  02

  What is your preferred name?

  03

  Are you a least 18 years of age?

• Yes

• No

  04

  Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes

• No

  05

  Special Requirement This position is funded through a grant provided by the Federal Department of Labor, with the purpose of having more women of color gain skills and experience to obtain a career in the renewable energy/built environment field. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes

• No

  06

  Which of the following best describes your level of education?

• High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.

• Less than 2 years post-secondary training

• Completion of a 2 year program or degree

• Completion of a 4 year program or degree

• None of the above

  07

  Which of the following best describes your years of full-time employment performing janitorial, custodial and/or building maintenance duties?

• No experience

• Less than 6 months

• More than 6 months, but less than 1 year

• More than 1 year, but less than 2

• More than 2 years, but less than 3

• More than 3 years, but less than 4

• More than 4 years, but less than 5

• More than 5 years

  08

  Please check all of the following janitorial, custodial, and/or building utilities tasks you have experience completing.

• Grounds keeping work

• Audio-visual equipment

• Security systems including controlled access (key card) systems for doors

• PA / sound systems

• Fire protection systems

• Air quality testing

• Automated energy management programs

• Steam absorption chillers

• Circulating pumps

• Air handlers

• Cleaning restrooms

• Shampooing carpet and upholstery

• Sweeping and/or mopping

• Burnish/buff/wax floors

• Painting

• Washing windows/cleaning glass

• Event setup for public and staff meetings

• Maintaining sidewalks (sweeping, shoveling and/or snow blowing)

• Opening/securing a building at the beginning/end of the day

• Responding to on-call needs

• I have no experience with any of these

  09

  Do you have experience working with or serving the public?

• Yes

• No

  10

  If YES, please describe your experience working with or serving the public. If no experience, type "N/A."

  11

  Describe why you are interested in this facilities maintenance internship and what about a career in renewable energy or facilities excites you?

  12

  CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: If selected as a finalist, are you willing to undergo a background investigation which may include, but not limited to: verification of employment and educational records, identification verification, driver's license record and a criminal history?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

City of Rochester

Address

201 4th Street SE Rochester, Minnesota, 55904

Phone

(507) 328-2555

Website

https://www.rochestermn.gov/employment

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