Facilities Technician

Overview

Under general direction, performs scheduled building repairs and maintenance on all City facilities. Responsible for periodic inspections and maintenance of heating and air conditioning systems and other mechanical components. Performs electrical and plumbing repairs. Repairs and maintains door hardware and door openings.

• Repair total door hardware and/ or openings.
• Repairs and maintains City facilities including plumbing, carpentry, concrete work, flooring, roofing, furniture, and drywall.
• Familiar with keying and door control.
• Diagnose and repair HVAC systems and electrical systems.
• Repair or replace parts and equipment.
• Fabricate wood and metal parts.
• Install and/or repair plumbing lines, parts and fixtures.
• Perform mechanical repairs on equipment, building systems, doors, etc.
• Building upkeep as needed (paint, refinish, clean, maintain, etc.).
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Experience: 3 years of related experience.

A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required for this position and may not be substituted. Beyond this requirement, any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will enable a candidate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the remaining specified education and experience requirements.

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of minor electrical systems, pumps, plumbing systems, hydraulics, gate systems and roofing.
• Knowledge of HVAC split systems.
• Knowledge of installing locks and re-keying lock systems.
• Knowledge of all phases of construction.
• Knowledge of energy management systems and security systems.
• Knowledge of environmental management system and ability to control system devises.

Ability to:

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety practices and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks.
• Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to possess and exhibit the skills necessary to operate assigned tools and equipment in a safe and proper manner.
• Ability to accurately maintain logs and records.
• Ability to train co-workers in facility maintenance.
• Ability to read and comprehend sketches, diagrams, blueprints, and other technical drawings.

• Skill in use of personal computer including e-mail, city work order system, energy management system.
• Skill in use of mechanical-electrical power tools, equipment and machinery used in construction.

• Must submit to and pass a pre-employment criminal background check, drug test, physical, and job placement assessment.
• Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers License Class “C” and good driving record as defined by City policy.
• Must be able to work overtime, on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Monday-Thursday 6:30am-5:30pm or Tuesday-Friday 6:30am-5:30pm.