Facilities Maintenance Mechanic *Service

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: $18.26 - $19.23;
Service Bonus: $3,000.

• 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.
• Manages records created and received in compliance with the Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policy and Procedures; coordinates the records management effort within the department.

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

• Proficiency in using computer systems and the listed software applications associated with performance of assigned work.
• Basic problem‑solving skills related to software applications used are expected.
• Ability to use computers 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.

Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, 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 the Supervisor, Manager and/or the Safety Department.

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.

Minimum 2 years of facilities maintenance related work.

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).

This position is classified as essential personnel.

Non‑Exempt.

Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. and requires frequent bending, kneeling, climbing (ladders), and walking. Must be able to drive and operate a vehicle. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Individual will be on call. Work involves meeting multiple demands on a timely basis. Duties will require some seasonal overtime. Position will work outside regular business hours as required and is expected to operate in accordance with HRT’s Company policies, including but not limited to Safety and Environmental Policies.

HRT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need reasonable accommodations to complete the HRT employment application and/or the interview, contact HRT Human Resources at (757) 222‑6000 or email careers.