Building Maintenance Mechanic, (A262910-2), 204, Administration

Maintenance Technician

Performs minor repairs and maintenance to plumbing, carpentry, electrical, heating, and air conditioning systems in accordance with accepted practices and procedures; performs routine maintenance and janitorial duties; ensures work is in compliance with safety requirements. Assists with other maintenance environmental duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Checks, repairs, and installs air-conditioning, refrigerators, and cooling equipment including window units and domestic/commercial central units.
• Checks, repairs, and installs electrical and gas water heaters, and gas boilers used in hot water central heating systems; utilizes electrical equipment and hand tools.
• Repairs and installs plumbing equipment; repairs water lines; unclogs drainage lines.
• Changes burned out lights and performs minor electrical repair and maintenance; repairs and replaces electrical motors; installs new wiring, conduit pipes, breaker panels, transformers, and control wiring.
• Decides on the amount of materials needed to perform repair and maintenance work on new projects.
• Performs minor carpentry repairs; installs doors, and replaces door and window frames, etc.
• Performs routine maintenance and janitorial duties including cleaning, sweeping, mopping, waxing, and replenishing supplies.
• Assists electrician in installing panel breakers, conduit lines, troubleshooting lighting, and outlets.
• Performs other related work as required.

Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties

Knowledge of:

• Methods and materials used in commercial building cleaning and minor repair.
• The construction trades such as electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
• Methods and materials used in maintaining and repairing light and heavy duty cooling and heating systems and related components.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, the general public, and others.
• Ability to determine supplies and materials needed before beginning a maintenance or repair project.
• Ability to perform maintenance and repair work in compliance with accepted practices and procedures and in efficient and timely manner.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment/Conditions and Physical Demands

Physical Effort Requirements

• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations

• Sometimes office or similar indoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Confined space
• Vehicles
• Warehouse environment
• Often outdoor environment

Exposures

• Never individuals who are hostile or irate
• Never individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Seldom communicable diseases
• Sometimes extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Sometimes extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Sometimes fumes or airborne particles
• Sometimes toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Sometimes loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
• Frequently moving mechanical parts

Travel

• Never regional travel
• Never national travel
• Never international travel
• Often local travel

Required Experience

• At least one (1) year of general experience. Experience performing plumbing, painting, electrical, heating and air conditioning repair, and/or maintenance work is preferred.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at  two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.

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