Maintenance Mechanic Iii - Hobby

Applications will be Accepted From:
All Persons Interested
Division/Section:
Houston Airport System - Hobby Airport Terminal Maintenance
Workdays &

Hours:

Rotating shifts including some weekends and holidays* (
* Subject to change)

The purpose of the Houston Airports (HAS) Terminal Maintenance Division is to effectively deliver self‑performed, and contracted, maintenance services and effectively manage the airport’s general maintenance services by establishing and maintaining asset management standards and effectively executing capital renewal and rehabilitation projects.

The purpose of the Maintenance Mechanic III position is to prevent mechanical failure of equipment, to identify and correct safety hazards, and inspect, repair, clean and maintain several types of equipment: pumps, miscellaneous rotating and reciprocating equipment, plumbing equipment (Sinks, Commodes, Urinals, Flush valves, and Faucets) and machinery throughout the airport complex. This position may be assigned duties at all Houston Airport System facilities including IAH, HOU, and EFD.

Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date.

• Maintain plumbing fixtures using various methods, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance industry.
• Respond to corrective maintenance emergency calls within 15 minutes of notification.
• Operate various equipment such as:
  High Pressure Drain cleaner, Forklift, Electrical Generator, Trash pumps, Medium Drain cleaners, Motorized vehicles, and various hand tools.
• Keep equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance checklist requirements; follow manufacturer’s manuals; troubleshoot malfunctions; call for repairs and complete the daily check sheets.
• With minimal supervision, enter, update, and complete work order data in the maintenance management system.
• Perform additional maintenance activities such as painting, A/C repairs, carpentry, carpet, plumbing, concrete and roofing repairs as in general building maintenance.
• Repair, refurbish and maintain several types of pumps (i.e., hydraulic, oil, gas, diesel) and miscellaneous rotating and reciprocating equipment and machinery.
• Provide preventive maintenance to equipment, buildings, facilities and systems.

The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises and minor burns.

Requires the ability to make closely coordinated eye/hand movements within very fine tolerance and/or calibration demands; or the ability to make rapid closely coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within somewhat fine tolerance demands; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements within fine tolerances with large equipment as an extension of the worker. Walking and standing for extended periods of time.

Working rotation, weekends including holiday shifts.

Specialized training in principles, procedures, practices, routines or techniques in a specific area or trade which might normally be acquired through up to 18 months of education or training beyond the high school level. Vocational competence in the operation of mechanical or electronic equipment may be required.

One year of experience in building or mechanical maintenance is required.

Must have a valid Texas driver's license and comply with the City of Houston’s policy on driving. May require a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Preference will be given to applicants with airport experience.

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the…