Building Maintenance Mechanic; A263125-5 Recreation Centers

Performs a variety of building maintenance and grounds work including but not limited to painting, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, A/C repairs, and maintaining grounds in a clean, neat, and safe manner.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Performs interior and exterior building repairs.
• Works with interior and exterior building paint; repairs drywall, paints interior and exterior of building(s) or home(s).
• Decides the amount of materials needed to perform repairs and maintenance work on new and existing projects.
• Performs carpentry repairs; installs doors, replaces doors and window frames, utility rooms, and cabinets.
• Inspects and repairs air-conditioning and heating systems, refrigerators for facilities.
• Inspects, repairs, and installs electrical and gas boilers.
• Repairs and installs plumbing equipment; repairs water lines; unclogs drain lines and repairs other related plumbing components.
• Reads and uses test meters to measure electric current and uses air conditioning gages.
• Performs trouble-shooting work; repairs electrical equipment and wiring in facilities.
• Performs the cleaning and operating of equipment, such as: spray paint guns, riding mowers, and other related mechanical equipment.
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of hand tools, small power tools, and mechanical and/or plumbing equipment.

• Ability to perform HVAC (Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning) maintenance, repairs, and installation.
• Ability to repair drywall, paint interior, and exterior of building.
• Ability to apply wall texture.
• Ability to perform building maintenance and ground activities in a proficient and timely manner.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform work in a productive and safe manner.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Never

• Office or similar indoor environment

Seldom

• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site

Sometimes

• Confined space

Frequently

• Outdoor environment
• Warehouse environment
• Other:
  Indoors

Often

• Vehicles

Never

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Communicable diseases
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Seldom

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Sometimes

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Moving mechanical parts