General Purpose
Perform work involving general, electrical, plumbing and/or HVAC maintenance and repair of County buildings and grounds, which may also include, but is not limited to, the installation and maintenance of equipment and utilities, and some remodel/new construction. Applicants must complete a standard Buffalo County job application. Applicants must also submit a resume and cover letter. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school education or equivalent is preferred. Some advanced education and/or skills training is strongly preferred.
- Thorough knowledge of methods, materials and techniques utilized in general building maintenance and/or general commercial construction is required.
- Ability to safely operate some machinery is preferred, such as mowers, skidsteer, forklift, etc.
- Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions, and ability to work efficiently and complete duties with minimal supervision.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive rapport with supervisors, fellow employees, and the general public while presenting a positive image for the county.
- Applicants must be able to comply with all physical requirements as required by the position and must pass a background check.
- Applicants must possess a valid Nebraska Driver’s License and be eligible to be insured under the County’s insurance policies.
Wages
- This position is a non-exempt position.
- Starting wage will be $17.00 - $25.00 per hour, depending upon qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefit package including retirement.
Application submission
Please submit complete application, resume, and cover letter to:
Buffalo County Board Administrator
1512 Central Avenue
PO Box 1270
Kearney, NE 68848
OR
You can email a complete application, resume, and cover letter to facilities@buffalocounty.ne.gov . Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Initial application review will be made on August 9, 2022.
EOE/AA/Veterans Preference