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JOB SUMMARY: Supervisory maintenance position responsible for assisting Facility Maintenance Director in all aspects of repair, maintenance, grounds, cleaning and supervision of subordinate staff members in performance of all maintenance positions with Chaves County.

BENEFITS: Retirement, Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.

Education/Training/Experience: High school diploma or G.E.D. and four (4) years' applicable experience. Experience Substitution: Up to two (2) years' college/forty-eight (48) hours course work may be substituted for two (2) years' experience.

CERTIFICATION/TRAINING: Valid N.M. driver's license with a good driving record. No prior DWI convictions within the last 48 months. Must have Boiler Operator's certificate within three years after hire. Must pass annual Detention Center security and protocol training and adhere to New Mexico Detention Center safety standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Tasks include but are not limited to: Supervising, scheduling, training and assigning duties to subordinates in the areas of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, grounds keeping, custodial and building trades. Observe and report conditions affecting safety, security and economy of facilities. Inspection and critique of subordinate's work. Order supplies from vendors. Perform repairs to buildings and equipment of all County facilities as needed. Prepare various reports. Responsible for the appearance and sanitation of offices, lavatories and all areas of buildings and grounds Responsible for overseeing HVAC and repairs to equipment, machinery and plumbing, carpentry, concrete work and painting. Able to operate all cleaning equipment, power tools, and machinery used in upkeep of grounds and buildings. VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Facility Maintenance Foreman No. 2024-11 (Facility Maintenance Foreman) As part of the employee's normal duties may be assigned to work in the areas of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, grounds-keeping, custodial and building trades. Subject to 24-hour call back on weekends and holidays and may be required to work in secure areas. All other duties as assigned.

SPECIAL NOTE: Chaves County is a drug-free employer. All applicants for this position will be required to pass a background check and will be subject to post offer, pre-employment drug test.

INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS APPLY AT: Required application forms are available at the County's Job Posting Board located in the west wing of the County Administrative Center or at www.chavescounty.gov. Applications may be returned to Human Resources in the County Manager Suite at Suite 180, Chaves County Administrative Center, #1 Saint Mary's Place, Roswell, NM 88203 or mailed by closing date to Chaves County Human Resources, PO Box 1817, Roswell, NM 88202-1817.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected class. **