Job Details

Salary: $23.63 Hourly
Location : Boise, ID
Job Type: Full-Time with Benefits
Job Number: 02670
Department: Operations
Opening Date: 08/01/2025

General Summary
Ada County is a great place to work! We have more than 2000 employees dedicated to enhancing our community's quality of life. Our Operations team is growing, and this is an excellent opportunity to be a part of taking this team to the next level.
We offer a competitive Total Rewards package that increases your base salary by approximately 40%, including:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous vacation and sick leave starting on day one
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Participation in one of the nation's best state retirement systems, with 11.96% employer contribution
• 457(b) deferred compensation plan with up to 3% county match, plus a401(k)
• Paid parental leave, life insurance, and robust wellness programs
• Ongoing training opportunities and career pathing

Ada County Operations on a daily basis ensures that county-owned buildings and facilities are properly built, consistently maintained, and operating at peak performance. How we systematically approach our mission provides great value and insights to the citizens of Ada County. Explore the many initiatives we implement to ensure cost-effective management of all resources.
Learn more about Ada County Operations by visiting our website.
Please Note: A current resume is required and must be submitted with your application to be considered for this job opportunity.
POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Mechanic I perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks related to the operation and maintenance of Ada County facilities and grounds.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Maintenance Mechanic I performs varied moderately complex work under general supervision according to pre-defined guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Performs visual examinations and/or operational tests to determine the need for routine repair of building roofs, plumbing fixtures, concrete fixtures, mechanical and electrical systems, and HVAC systems;

• Performs scheduled and routine maintenance on mechanical, electrical and heating systems;
• Installs, services and repairs ventilation units, electrical appliances, and other related equipment;
• Installs plumbing fixtures such as lavatory facilities, drinking fountains and sprinkling systems;
• Repairs plumbing systems by clearing stoppages, replacing sections of broken pipe and repair of leaky drains etc.;
• Paints walls and other surfaces by using standard coating methods such as brushing, rolling, and spraying; and
• Performs a variety of carpentry tasks such as building forms constructing or repairing dry walls, sheathing, etc.;
• Mixes, pours, spreads and levels concrete on surfaces and structures such as sidewalks, steps, walls, curbs, ramps, etc.;
• Fixes, replaces and refinishes floors and doors and replaces locks;
• Cleans, maintains and repairs boilers and replaces parts as needed;
• Performs roof maintenance;
• Repairs and relocates cabinets, desks, tables and other office furniture;
• Repairs window frames and screens;
• Lays floor tile and carpeting.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Welds metal for fabrication or repair of heavy equipment parts;
• Removes snow;
• Occasionally operates equipment or works as a laborer;
• Performs related functions as required.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Incumbent makes inspections/repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding and platforms and where parts worked on may be in hard to reach places;
• The incumbent is required to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl, climb, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions;
• The incumbent frequently carries tools and equipment and may be required to lift up to 50lbs.;
• The work is performed inside and outside and is sometimes dirty, dusty and greasy;
• The work performed may be in and around a jail facility and involves an element of personal danger;
• May be exposed to the possibility of electrical shock, burns, cuts or bruises.

DISCLAIMER:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the primary job responsibilities satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran's Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.
Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families.

Healthcare:

• Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles
• Post-employment health savings account

Retirement and Investments Plans:

• PERSI retirement benefits
• 457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match
• 401(k)

Wellbeing Program:

• Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.
• Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program
• Free bus pass

Paid-leave:

• 11 paid holidays per year
• 8 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee
• Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee
• 5 days paid bereavement leave

Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible
• Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible

Optional Benefits:

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance
• Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance
• AFLAC

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