Skilled Trades Apprentice

Job Description Summary Responsible  for general maintenance and repairs in all City buildings constructed and/or maintained by Facilities Management.

Pay Range: $20 - $23/hour (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Schedules and performs Preventative Maintenance Program Maintains and repairs ALL building systems and components within the City of Garland, including but not limited to:

Installs/maintains keys, locks, punch code locks, panic hardware (electrical/mechanical), and all other door hardware

Installs/maintains electrical systems, devices, controls, lights, lighting systems, etc.

Maintains card access security system components (readers, panels, etc.)Maintains roofing systems and components and works with contractors on repairs

Installs/maintains plumbing systems, drains, water fountains, commodes, urinals, sinks, faucets

Test and maintain chemical treatments in cooling towers and chilled water systems

Troubleshoot/repair HVAC systems and all of their components with guidance from a Licensed Technician Checks and maintains generators

General carpentry skills

Assists staff in hanging TVs, pictures, art, etc.

Repairs drywall, ceiling systems, flooring, furniture, signage, flagpoles, etc.

Informs Facilities Supervisor if a subcontractor is needed for repairs and/or service and gathers quotes

Ensure that the preventative maintenance program is completed by use of a computer and/or tablet

Available for rotating on-call and work overtime when requested

Performs other duties assigned

Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED equivalent

Two years in commercial building maintenance or related field, i.e., mechanical trades, HVAC repair/maintenance, electrical repair/maintenance, plumbing repairs/maintenance or building inspections or public works inspections

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications Education/

Experience:

Bilingual in Spanish and English3+ years’ experience in commercial electrical or plumbing or HVAC (including chillers, generators, and fire sprinkler systems)
Ability to read and create construction schedules with Microsoft Project Proficient in using Adobe Acrobat Pro software

Auto CAD software abilities

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

General knowledge of needed tools and their proper usage

General knowledge of facilities maintenance

Skill to properly operate hand and power tools

Ability to use a computer and software

Ability to perform work without supervision

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing in English Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with other City personnel and customers

Licenses and Certifications Valid Class C Texas driver's license

Valid State-Required Minimum Automobile Liability Insurance (prior to employment)