Facilities Maintenance Technician

Job Title

Perform general repairs, alteration and construction to City buildings, facilities and fixtures including carpentry, plumbing, dry-wall, painting, heating, air conditioning, venting, electrical, locks and hardware and janitorial; and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.

Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures.

Perform maintenance and repair of City facilities, equipment and buildings by performing a variety of carpentry, electrical, painting, plastering, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and mechanical repair work.

Operate, maintain and repair a variety of mechanical tools and equipment such as power saws, power sanders, drills, air compressors, paint sprayers, sewer augers, and various hand tools required for carpentry, plumbing, and maintenance skills.

Assist employees in their areas of work in building maintenance methods and techniques, and in assembling and using equipment.

Perform minor repair and replace plumbing fixtures including sinks, toilets, water fountains, faucets and pipes; clear obstructions from water and sewer lines.

Perform carpentry work including the construction, installation, remodeling and repairing of furniture, cabinets, fences, partitions, walls, windows, doors and other carpentry work.

Perform minor repair and install electrical lighting systems and fixtures.

Participate in the remodeling of facilities including submitting cost estimates to supervisor and coordinating with outside contractors as authorized.

Inspect building facilities to identify building maintenance needs. Drive to and from destinations as assigned by Supervisor.

Install, maintain and repair a variety of floor coverings and roof coverings as required.

Maintain keyless access control system including: keyless building entry, motion keypads, and electronic locks.

Repair Nederman Exhaust Systems within the Fire Department.

Work on call duty.

When assigned to HVAC:

Install, adjust, repair and inspect heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment including forced air furnaces, air conditioning units, exhaust fans, air filters, compressors, cooling towers and heat exchangers, pumps and motors.

Manage building automation systems. Run, interpret, and analyze various reports related to building automation systems. Locate and correct deficiencies as indicated in reports.

Maintain and manage smoke E-Vac systems.

When assigned to Plumbing:

Assist with major plumbing installation, repair and replacement projects, including: sinks, toilets, water fountains, faucets and pipes; clear obstructions from water and sewer lines.

Repair and replace plumbing fixtures.

When assigned to Electrical:

Assist with major electrical repairs and installation including: repair and installation of electrical lighting systems and fixtures.

Maintain programmable lighting systems.

Install communication cables, new electrical service lines, security cameras, and alarm sounding devices. Trace electrical lines.

Other duties and responsibilities:

Read and interpret sketches, diagrams and blueprints.

Monitor and maintain preventive maintenance records and logs.

Estimate time, materials, and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisition materials as required.

Participate in pre-season pool preparation; perform general maintenance activities on swimming pools.

Maintain lock systems for City buildings. Maintain keys, locks, and hardware.

Maintain and balance exterior ponds, located at various City buildings.

Monitor and maintain fire sprinkler system and alarm system.

Ensure the adherence to safe work practices and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education:

High School Diploma or GED.

Experience:

Six (6) months of experience in one or more of the building maintenance trades (electrical, plumbing, air conditioning or locksmithing).

Criminal History:

Employee will not have a record of being convicted of a Class B misdemeanor or higher offense in order to work with and view Criminal Justice Information Services Data.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Possession of certification in one of the following trades: Electrical, plumbing, air conditioning or locksmithing from the appropriate federal, state, county or local issuing agency or the ability to obtain one within the first twelve (12) months of employment.

Possession of aerial lift and forklift certification, as required.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Overtime as needed

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Benefits:

Full Time Employees:

The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans: High Deductible Medical Plan, Dental HMO Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance. The City is self-insured and offers a choice of two medical plans: HSA, and High Deductible Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the City's self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy. The City offers three dental plan options: a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee. Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees: Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions. Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave. For more information about the City of Mesquite's employee benefits, please visit: