Building Maintenance Lead Mechanic -Parks

Salary: $71,029.00 Annually
Location : Nashville, TN
Job Type: Full-Time Civil Service
Job Number: C230 FY24
Division: Parks
Opening Date: 06/05/2026
Closing Date: 6/21/2026 11:59 PM Central


Position Description


This position announcement is for Building Maintenance Lead Mechanic, a full-time Civil Service position in Parks & Recreation and serves as the Building Maintenance Lead Mechanic with duties and responsibilities in various locations.

This position requires the incumbent to work in all types of weather, being capable of some strenuous labor involving bending, lifting over 50 pounds, climbing, working in small confined areas.

Metro's Parks and Recreation Department has something for everyone through its variety of strategically placed facilities and programs. Parks offers cultural arts and fitness classes, dog parks and nature programs and 16,000 acres of open space, including 6 municipal golf courses, 121 parks and 19 greenways. Ice hockey, sports leagues, art galleries and much more are among the offerings. Parks is a fun place where there's always something going on.
Typical Duties


HVAC

• Installs and/or makes alterations as directed to HVAC, environmental, and mechanical systems as well as doors, lighting, lock systems, windows, etc.
• Assists as directed in the repair and maintenance of various environmental, and mechanical systems, such as but not limited to circulation pumps, motors, heat exchangers and compressors, within approved guidelines at all Park & Recreation facilities.
• Maintains current knowledge of codes, regulations, etc.
• May perform preventative maintenance on HVAC, environmental, and mechanical systems, including but not limited to replacing and/or cleaning filters, cleaning and/or repairing vents and ducts, testing and/or replacing thermostats.
• Operates Aerial Lifts.

Centennial Sports Plex

• Zamboni - maintains and repairs machines including blade changes coordinates with Fleet and Rink Director for planned and unplanned maintenance when needed.
• Ice Edger -maintains/rotates blades. Replaces batteries.

General Facility Maintenance

• Building Automation Systems (BAS) - responsible for tracking, responding, and reporting on a daily basis.
• Electrical - changes bulbs and ballast in 400+ light fixtures.
• Safety Inspections- Works with State and Metro inspectors to maintain facilities. Performs monthly internal safety and cleanliness inspections.
• Picks up and delivers supplies when needed.
• Repairs and maintains tools and equipment.
• Maintains boilers and Nautica.
• Operates computer to communicates with staff and other Park's personnel.
• Maintains and repairs equipment at multiple Parks facilities.
• Maintains simple work records and logs.
• Other various duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications


High School Diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of skilled maintenance and/or repair work on electrical, environmental, or mechanical building systems
OR
Ten (10) years facility maintenance experience in Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County and successful completion of safety training.

LICENSES REQUIRED
Valid Driver License
Universal Certification required by EPA

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.


Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of electrical and electronics to install and repair systems safely and efficiently
• HVAC Certificate from an accredited Technical Training Institute or accredited school
• Experience maintaining electrical vehicles and/or vehicles with cutting blades

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.


Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.
Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.
Full-time, Civil Service positions -
10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)
1 Sick Day per month
12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -
20 vacation days per year
3 Personal days per year
1 Sick Day per month
12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.
01


What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• no high school diploma
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Some college or higher

02


How many years of skilled maintenance and/or repair work on electrical, environmental or mechanical building systems do you have?

• less than year to 1 year
• 2-3 years
• 4 years or more

03


Briefly describe your maintenance and/or repair work on electrical, environmental, or mechanical building systems. If none, write N/A.
04


Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

05


Do you have a Universal Certification required by EPA?

• Yes
• No

06


Briefly describe your experience installing and repairing electrical and electronics system. If none, write N/A.
07


Do you have an HVAC Certification from an accredited Technical Training Institute or accredited school?

• Yes
• No

08


Describe any experience maintaining electric vehicles and/or vehicles with cutting blades. If no experience please type N/A
Required Question