Bernalillo County
Job Overview
MDC Facility Technician
at
Bernalillo County .
Department:
Metropolitan Detention Center
Location:
100 DEPUTY DEAN MIERA DR SW
Pay:
During Probation: $26.44/hr; After Probation: $26.97/hr
Close Date:
January 13, 2026
Employees enjoy flexible work schedules, generous leave accruals, career development opportunities, health benefits, a robust retirement plan, and other rewards.
Responsibilities
Perform a wide variety of building trades tasks including carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and cleaning duties.
Maintain a written work order log on all projects and submit progress reports on request.
Report to supervisor on observed violations or client inquiries that require communication with department management.
Perform basic groundskeeping duties and coordinate additional maintenance and groundskeeping as necessary along with other duties assigned.
Maintain adequate inventory of equipment, supplies and materials required to complete tasks, initiating new material orders with department administration as needed.
Check on contracted work orders to ensure that work is completed and acceptable for payment.
Clear backups; repair leaks; clean stacks, vents, and drains; install fixtures; and conduct regular maintenance and emergency service on MDC facilities.
Assist in inventory control, ordering repair parts for various systems, and ensure that systems are protected and well maintained.
Assist with moving office furniture and equipment.
Drive county vehicles to pick up equipment or supplies.
Perform preventive maintenance at facilities or on equipment as needed.
Perform other job related duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Seven (7) years of post‑secondary education and/or experience in building maintenance or a related field.
Knowledge of safe operation and basic maintenance of hand tools and small power tools.
Knowledge of basic construction practices.
Must be able to read and write in English.
Ability to instruct, schedule and direct the work of others.
Ability to maintain pleasant working relationships with superiors, subordinates, co‑workers and other County employees.
Ability to read blueprints and follow light construction specifications.
Additional Requirements
Successfully complete the post‑offer medical examination and background investigation.
Comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
Possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by employment date and retain it while employed.
Working Conditions
Duties performed both indoors and outdoors.
Indoor duties are performed in a temperature–controlled environment.
Workers are exposed to natural weather conditions, which may be severe while performing outdoor duties.
Indoor duties are performed on even surfaces such as carpet, tile or concrete.
Indoor surfaces are typically dry.
Outdoor duties may be performed on even or uneven surfaces which may be wet or dry.
Outdoor duties may be performed on concrete, asphalt, natural ground, ice, snow, gravel, or shingled roof.
Use of ladders and scaffolding may also be required.
Worker exposed to occasional vibration and noise while performing maintenance and repair duties.
Exposure to fumes/odors from paint, chlorine, insecticides, and caustic materials.
May be exposed to dust and mists during certain outdoor duties.
Work hazards include climbing ladders and scaffolds, exposure to severe weather, electrical wiring, heavy lifting, rooftop work, slick surfaces, power tools, and safety risks in a correctional facility.
Worker may be exposed to human waste on a daily basis.
Equipment, Tools & Materials
Use of hand tools and power tools.
Work aids: ladder, scaffold, tape measure, dolly, hoist, tool box, volt/ohm/milliammeter, flashlight, keys, soldering torch, hydraulic lift, winches, cutting and braising torches, shovels, rakes, lawn mowers, clippers, snow removal machines, painting equipment.
Electrical parts, appliance parts, plumbing parts including screws, nails, bolts, washers, etc.
Functional Analysis NOTE: You are not required to disclose information about physical or mental limitations that do not impede your ability to perform the job. If you wish the employer to consider special accommodations, you may identify the impairment and suggest an appropriate adjustment.
Mental Functions
Apply basic mathematics in making measurements and calculations.
Apply knowledge of tools, machines, materials and methods used in duties.
Apply knowledge of electricity, plumbing, carpentry and general maintenance.
Make independent work decisions when supervisor advice is not readily available.
Work and communicate effectively with different types of people in varied situations.
Physical Functions
Lift up to 75 lbs from ground to waist/shoulder/overhead on an occasional basis.
Utilize hoists and dollies to move heavy equipment weighing up to 150 lbs.
Push and pull 50–75 lbs occasionally.
Climb stairs, ladders and scaffolds as needed.
Maintain balance while climbing and standing on ladder or scaffold.
Stand/walk up to 2 hours at a time, up to 5–6 hours per day.
Kneel up to 1 hour at a time, up to 2 hours per day.
Crawl, crouch or work in a prone position for short periods as needed.
Bend at the waist and twist/rotate frequently; lifting may also be required.
Work with arms extended or bent up to 8 hours per day.
Use hands and fingers to grasp and manipulate equipment and materials bilaterally in repair and maintenance tasks.
Use finger dexterity in electrical, plumbing, carpentry and general problem repair.
Coordinate use of hands and eyes in essential duties.
Maintain adequate sense of smell, hearing and tactile sense in duties.
React quickly to avoid accidents during essential duties.
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at
Bernalillo County .
Department:
Metropolitan Detention Center
Location:
100 DEPUTY DEAN MIERA DR SW
Pay:
During Probation: $26.44/hr; After Probation: $26.97/hr
Close Date:
January 13, 2026
Employees enjoy flexible work schedules, generous leave accruals, career development opportunities, health benefits, a robust retirement plan, and other rewards.
Responsibilities
Perform a wide variety of building trades tasks including carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and cleaning duties.
Maintain a written work order log on all projects and submit progress reports on request.
Report to supervisor on observed violations or client inquiries that require communication with department management.
Perform basic groundskeeping duties and coordinate additional maintenance and groundskeeping as necessary along with other duties assigned.
Maintain adequate inventory of equipment, supplies and materials required to complete tasks, initiating new material orders with department administration as needed.
Check on contracted work orders to ensure that work is completed and acceptable for payment.
Clear backups; repair leaks; clean stacks, vents, and drains; install fixtures; and conduct regular maintenance and emergency service on MDC facilities.
Assist in inventory control, ordering repair parts for various systems, and ensure that systems are protected and well maintained.
Assist with moving office furniture and equipment.
Drive county vehicles to pick up equipment or supplies.
Perform preventive maintenance at facilities or on equipment as needed.
Perform other job related duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Seven (7) years of post‑secondary education and/or experience in building maintenance or a related field.
Knowledge of safe operation and basic maintenance of hand tools and small power tools.
Knowledge of basic construction practices.
Must be able to read and write in English.
Ability to instruct, schedule and direct the work of others.
Ability to maintain pleasant working relationships with superiors, subordinates, co‑workers and other County employees.
Ability to read blueprints and follow light construction specifications.
Additional Requirements
Successfully complete the post‑offer medical examination and background investigation.
Comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
Possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by employment date and retain it while employed.
Working Conditions
Duties performed both indoors and outdoors.
Indoor duties are performed in a temperature–controlled environment.
Workers are exposed to natural weather conditions, which may be severe while performing outdoor duties.
Indoor duties are performed on even surfaces such as carpet, tile or concrete.
Indoor surfaces are typically dry.
Outdoor duties may be performed on even or uneven surfaces which may be wet or dry.
Outdoor duties may be performed on concrete, asphalt, natural ground, ice, snow, gravel, or shingled roof.
Use of ladders and scaffolding may also be required.
Worker exposed to occasional vibration and noise while performing maintenance and repair duties.
Exposure to fumes/odors from paint, chlorine, insecticides, and caustic materials.
May be exposed to dust and mists during certain outdoor duties.
Work hazards include climbing ladders and scaffolds, exposure to severe weather, electrical wiring, heavy lifting, rooftop work, slick surfaces, power tools, and safety risks in a correctional facility.
Worker may be exposed to human waste on a daily basis.
Equipment, Tools & Materials
Use of hand tools and power tools.
Work aids: ladder, scaffold, tape measure, dolly, hoist, tool box, volt/ohm/milliammeter, flashlight, keys, soldering torch, hydraulic lift, winches, cutting and braising torches, shovels, rakes, lawn mowers, clippers, snow removal machines, painting equipment.
Electrical parts, appliance parts, plumbing parts including screws, nails, bolts, washers, etc.
Functional Analysis NOTE: You are not required to disclose information about physical or mental limitations that do not impede your ability to perform the job. If you wish the employer to consider special accommodations, you may identify the impairment and suggest an appropriate adjustment.
Mental Functions
Apply basic mathematics in making measurements and calculations.
Apply knowledge of tools, machines, materials and methods used in duties.
Apply knowledge of electricity, plumbing, carpentry and general maintenance.
Make independent work decisions when supervisor advice is not readily available.
Work and communicate effectively with different types of people in varied situations.
Physical Functions
Lift up to 75 lbs from ground to waist/shoulder/overhead on an occasional basis.
Utilize hoists and dollies to move heavy equipment weighing up to 150 lbs.
Push and pull 50–75 lbs occasionally.
Climb stairs, ladders and scaffolds as needed.
Maintain balance while climbing and standing on ladder or scaffold.
Stand/walk up to 2 hours at a time, up to 5–6 hours per day.
Kneel up to 1 hour at a time, up to 2 hours per day.
Crawl, crouch or work in a prone position for short periods as needed.
Bend at the waist and twist/rotate frequently; lifting may also be required.
Work with arms extended or bent up to 8 hours per day.
Use hands and fingers to grasp and manipulate equipment and materials bilaterally in repair and maintenance tasks.
Use finger dexterity in electrical, plumbing, carpentry and general problem repair.
Coordinate use of hands and eyes in essential duties.
Maintain adequate sense of smell, hearing and tactile sense in duties.
React quickly to avoid accidents during essential duties.
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