What are the responsibilities and job description for the BUILDING MAINTENANCE MECHANIC III position at City of Houston?
ABOUT US
In 1999, the General Services Department (GSD) was established to construct and maintain the City's building portfolio. Since that time, GSD has evolved into a full service, client-centered department that provides a comprehensive suite of services to over 300 facilities, representing 7.7 million square feet of occupied space. As a full-service department, GSD assists its clients in identifying the appropriate real estate solution and then provides design and construction services for the development of the facility. Once the facility is ready for occupation, GSD provides energy, property and security management services to ensure the lights come on and the facility is clean, well-maintained and secure. To further enhance the operation of its facilities, GSD established the Sustainable Growth division. This division is responsible for implementing green and sustainable property and energy management solutions with the intent of reducing operating costs and improving client satisfaction. GSD is client-focused, customer-responsive, and is committed to customer service and excellence. At the forefront of our commitment is our motto: "Pursuing Customer Satisfaction...Always Responsive".
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The General Services Department is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic III, who will provide general and skilled preventive and corrective maintenance on various HVAC, (Package Units, Split-Systems, Chillers/Cooling Towers, BAS), Carpentry, Mechanical, Plumbing, and electrical systems and equipment.
This position will also be responsible for performing the following duties but is not limited to:
- Will require driving to inspect various systems and equipment and makes required corrections and tests for satisfactory and safe operations.
- Use internal work order management system to record and document equipment history.
- Additionally, this person may also perform maintenance duties such as carpentry, plumbing, and roofing repairs as part of a comprehensive facilities maintenance team.
- May perform other duties as needed related to facility maintenance and repairs
The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of 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.
**Candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required. **
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.
Valid Texas Driver's License in compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving. (A.P. 2-2).
May require a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Preference will be given to applicants with building maintenance knowledge and/or working experience with HVAC (Package Units, Split-Systems, Chillers/Cooling Towers, BAS)/Plumbing/Electrical/Mechanical Systems. Carpentry experience is a plus. Construction or other relevant licensing and or certifications is highly desired. Valid CDL is a plus.
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. The department may administer a skills assessment.
Salary : $20 - $26
