FM Mechanical Trades Technician

Position Number: 010529

Department: Facilities Management (Adm)

Employment Type: Permanent - Full-time

Months Per Year: 12

The FM Tech Mechanical Trades performs under the direction of the Maintenance Operations Housing Shop Supervisor.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for performing routine maintenance of HVAC and refrigeration equipment to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and/or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
• You are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to use electrical test devices to troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment.
• Assist in diagnosing mechanical problems and determine how to correct them by checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.
• Use standard hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.

Required

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the position's role may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Note:

Some state job postings state you can qualify by an 'equivalent combination of education and experience.' If that language appears above, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Experience and knowledge in mechanical trade background using tools such as (hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches)
• Knowledge with some experience with maintenance and repair of HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills in both verbal and written with ability to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork.
• Computer knowledge and skill with Google Chrome, Microsoft Word, and Excel, and willingness to learn new programs.