Facilities Maintenance Mechanic *Service

Position: Facilities Maintenance Mechanic *$3,000 Service Bonus

Overview

Hampton Roads Transit is looking for dynamic, customer service oriented, and energetic people to become part of a committed team providing excellent and effective public transportation to the Hampton Roads region. We offer unmatched benefits and competitive wages in a stimulating and rewarding environment.

Hourly Wage

Hourly Wage: $18.26 – $19.23
* 3,000 Service Bonus

Essential Job Functions

• With minor supervision, mechanic will work independently to perform the following tasks:
  Performs skilled and unskilled tasks with little or no assistance or supervision.
• Provides supervision of service contractors as directed.
• Assists in troubleshooting electrical, heating and ventilation, hydraulic and lighting systems.
• Participates in appropriate formal and On-The-Job (OJT) training.
• Appropriately selects tools and equipment needed to do a job and manages time to complete tasks efficiently.
• Installs equipment according to specifications.
• Performs preventive maintenance of hydraulic, electrical, lighting, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• Inspects properties, equipment, and chemical storage, to ensure environmental compliance.
• Makes repairs to interior and exterior of building such as walls, floors, lights, roof, garage, landscaping, sidewalks, fences and pavement.
• Performs minor renovation tasks such as door installation, framing (metal and wood), drywall installation/finishing and painting.
• Installs/relocates/removes replacement equipment, office furniture, and the like, as directed.
• Is responsible for storm preparations and clean‑up including snow removal, downed trees, trash, etc.
• Assists in setting up for various meetings and special events.
• Uses striping machine to paint parking lot stripes.
• Picks up litter at HRT facilities.
• Collects and empties trash and recycling bins into main recycling containers.
• Participates in appropriate formal and On-The-Job (OJT) training.
• Manages records created and received in compliance with the Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policy and Procedures.
• Is responsible for coordinating the records management effort within the department.

Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• General knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and/or painting.
• With minor supervision, this position will work independently to make repairs and perform routine preventative maintenance on facilities and equipment.
• Uses logic and reasoning to prioritize and troubleshoot problems and identify solutions.
• Adjusts actions to incorporate new information as appropriate and communicates with other internal and external customers to convey information effectively.
• Demonstrates satisfactory communication skills (both verbal and written) and performs basic math.

Required Software Knowledge and Skills

• Proficiency in using computer systems and the listed software applications associated with performance of assigned work is essential.
• Basic problem‑solving skills associated with software applications used is expected.
• Software applications:
  Ability to use computers is required including Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, HRT’s Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) software for maintenance, and HRT’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software for finance.

Safety Responsibility

Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one’s self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures and policies. Take an active part in reporting unsafe conditions and any hazards within the workplace to their Supervisor, Manager and/or the Safety Department.

Training and/or Education

High school diploma or GED certificate required with basic mechanical skills and an understanding of tools and their use. Certificate in trade school or equivalent work experience related to facilities maintenance recommended.

Required Experience

Minimum 2 years of facilities maintenance related work.

Licenses or Certificates

Possess a valid Driver’s License. Acquire a Virginia Driver’s License within 60 days after the date of hire (in instances when an out of state license is not the applicant’s current state of residence).

Special Requirements

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