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General Description The Maintenance Worker is a valuable member to our Facilities team who under general supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty as a maintenance worker. An employee in this position is responsible for aiding with and independently performing duties directed towards the general maintenance of the Lake County Health Department buildings, grounds and equipment. Work involves the responsibility for the performance of specialized maintenance and repair operations.

General assignments are received from a supervisor, but maintenance personnel are expected to plan details of job and carry it to completion, without immediate supervision and in accordance with standard trade practice. Work is performed according to prescribed policies and procedures. Employees report to the Facilities Supervisor.

Essential Functions Performs General tasks in lawn maintenance. Performs general maintenance tasks such as moving furniture and room set-up, including placement of equipment and furnishings and installations of shelves. Performs limited maintenance tasks in such areas as carpentry, painting and plastering.

Participates in snow/ice removal on campuses and outposts. Cleans up workspace after completion of project. Ensures that all tools and equipment have been returned to the proper location.

Keeps vehicle in a neat and clean appearance. Completes all paperwork in a timely manner. Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required Successful completion of a standard high school or GED program.

One year of maintenance experience. Must be knowledgeable in one of the building or mechanical trades and have a working knowledge of the others. Possession of a valid Driver's License.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and arms to operate tools and equipment, climb, crouch or stoop, and lift/carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Knowledge of the methods, practices, tools and materials used in maintenance and repair work. Knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to maintenance work.

Supplemental Information As the largest human service provider in Lake County, we believe that services must be available without barriers. No residents are turned away due to the inability to pay. We believe in providing services in an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination or bias.

Whether assuring accessible and effective care, impacting policy, or assessing and monitoring risks, the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center has been an essential part of the public health system in Lake County for 60 years. We are looking for passionate, qualified team members who can help make a difference in our agency and, most importantly, in our community. Additional information about the Lake County Health Department, our culture, and why you should join our team can be found at https://lakecountyil.attract.neogov.com/health-department

At this time, you must live in Illinois or Wisconsin to be eligible to work at Lake County Health Department. You can find our salary grades at https://www.lakecountyil.gov/4515/Salary-Grades. For unionized positions, a list of our collective bargaining agreements can be found here: https://www.lakecountyil.gov/2686/Collective-Bargaining-Agreements

Any offer of employment is conditioned on the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.