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Facilities Maintenance Technician - Open Until Filled
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Facilities Maintenance Technician - Open Until Filled
Salary
40.50 - $45.06 Hourly
Location
Multiple Locations, OR
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
2024-00980
Bureau
Bureau of Fleet and Facilities
Opening Date
09 / 23 / 2024
Closing Date
12 / 23 / 2024 11 : 59 PM Pacific
- Description
- Benefits
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The Position
The City of Portland is hiring multiple Facilities Maintenance Technicians!
People hired into this position must possess a State of Oregon Limited Maintenance Electricians (LME) license or higher because of their work with existing electrical systems.
Job Appointment : Regular, full-time
Work Schedule : Monday Friday, 7 : 30 am - 4 pm with occasional on-call work and opportunities for overtime. Shifts may vary depending on the bureau.
Work Location : This position reports on-site daily at 3315 NW Yeon. Fieldwork is also required, which includes visiting multiple sites throughout the City as needed. Work location may vary depending on the bureau.
Benefits : Please check our benefits tab for an overview of the benefits of this position.
Union Representation : This classification is represented by the District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU). To view this labor agreement, please click here (https : / / www.portland.gov / bhr / employee-relations / labor-relations / labor-agreements) . Applicants start at the entry salary rate. If you are a DCTU-represented employee, see the labor agreement for additional information or talk to your union representative.
Application Material : Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portlands online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.
Position Summary
The Facilities Maintenance Technician performs preventative maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, and cooling systems; other core building systems such as lighting and plumbing; and commercial building equipment. Work requires expertise with a variety of building systems to recognize and address operating conditions that may lead to breakdown or inefficient operation. Work also involves performing building maintenance tasks that require mechanical expertise and skill, and the ability to input and / or retrieve data from computer programs and applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety and OSHA standards.
The eligibility list generated from this recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies in Fire & Rescue positions. As a Facilities Maintenance Technician for Fire & Rescue, you will perform the same scope of work as above and work on household appliances and office furniture. Therefore, basic knowledge of appliance repairs, such as clothes washers, dryers, dishwashers, ovens, cooktops, and refrigerators is required.
As a Facilities Maintenance Technician , you will :
About the Bureau of Fleet & Facilities :
The Bureau of Fleet & Facilities mana ges over 1.5 million square feet of City-owned facility assets valued at approximately $900 million, including the Citys highest-profile civic facilities. The organization provides facility operations and maintenance, capital project development and management, space planning and management, and property management and leasing services for City bureaus. The organization is also responsible for long-range capital and real estate planning.
About Portland Fire & Rescue :
The Portland Fire & Rescue Logistics Section oversees 31 fire stations, as well as CHAT and PSR facilities, including museum and office spaces. We strive to provide a comfortable environment for firefighters to relax and de-stress during their downtime. Although these buildings are neither fully commercial nor residential, amenities like kitchen appliances are essential for their well-being, just as they are at home. Our top priority is ensuring that firefighters can respond to emergencies 24 / 7. The Logistics Section is responsible for maintaining the facilities where they live, the emergency apparatus they use, and the equipment and supplies needed both in the stations and on the scene.
Questions?
Amanda Hillebrecht, Senior Recruiter
Bureau of Human Resources
Amanda.Hillebrecht@portlandoregon.gov
To Qualify
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position :
Applicants must also possess :
Although not required, you may have one or more of the following :
The Recruitment Process
STEP 1 : Apply online between September 23 , 2024 and December 23, 2024
Required Application Materials :
Optional Application Materials :
Application Tips :
Step 2 : Minimum Qualification Evaluation Phase 1 : Week of October 21, 2024 (monthly thereafter)
Step 3 : Minimum Qualification Evaluation Phase 2 : Work Skills Demonstration
Step 4 : Establishment of Eligible List : Week of November 11, 2024 (monthly thereafter)
Step 5 : Selection (Interview) : To Be Determined
Step 6 : Offer of Employment : To Be Determined
Step 7 : Pre-Employment Exam - Physical Capacities Testing : To Be Determined
Unless the candidate is a current City of Portland employee in a position requiring a similar or more demanding Physical Capacities Test (PCT), candidates will be required to participate in and pass the pre-hire PCT as part of the conditional job offer. All tasks in the PCT must be completed as instructed to pass the exam. You may review the knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions for the job class for which you are applying here : Classification Specification | Portland.gov (https : / / www.portland.gov / bhr / classification-specifications-a-to-z) . You should be prepared to do your best, use good body mechanics, and be in good condition. While each job class will have its own tests, listed below are examples of tasks you may be asked to perform :
Step 8 : Start Date : To Be Determined
Additional Information
Click here (https : / / www.portland.gov / bhr / career-center / recruitment-policy) for additional information regarding the following :
A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to
AND SO MANY MORE!
Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers (https : / / www.portland.gov / bhr / benefit-offerings / benefits-quickstart-guide / benefit-plan-summaries-highlight-guides) .
Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the City of Portland. We sincerely value your time and hope to make your application experience as positive as possible.
The following supplemental questions are an important step to assist us in determining if you have the minimum qualifications to succeed in the posted vacancy.
Write specific and unique responses to each question. Answering No, to any of the Yes / No questions or answering an essay question with the following See resume, or entering N / A for any of the minimum qualifications listed in the To Qualify section may eliminate you from further consideration.
Note : If you are requesting veterans' preference, please be sure to upload a copy of your DD214 and / or Veteran's administration letter stating your disability. Veteran's preference documentation must be submitted by the closing time of this announcement.
Have you read and understood all the information listed above?
Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one)
The City of Portland receives public records requests at times. Please indicate which response you find appropriate : (Answer will not disqualify you from the process)
Do you have knowledge of the methods, practices, and tools used in general facility maintenance including, plumbing, mechanical and related hardware and software equipment?
Do you have knowledge of best safety practices including facility maintenance hazards and safety precautions, and applicable OSHA standards?
Do you have the ability to work effectively with co-workers in a diverse workforce and respond appropriately to question / concerns from other employees and the public?
Do you have knowledge of maintenance, repair, and replacement of building systems including the operation of chillers, fan systems, and pumps?
Do you have experience performing repair and replacement of facilities' electrical components?
Do you possess a current Limited Maintenance Electrical (LME) license or higher Oregon electrical license?
If you answered Yes, you must indicate your Oregon LME license number. Failure to provide your license number will result in disqualification from the process. Please enter N / A if you do not have a Limited Maintenance Electrician license.
If you answered No to question 9, have you completed the 4000 hours of required on-the-job training that is required for an LME and will you have your LME by your hire date?
Please note the following question will not be considered during minimum qualification review. The information provided will be reviewed after the eligible list is created.
Although not required, please provide information for any of the following preferred qualifications :
Certificate of HVAC Completion from a 2-year Trade School or Apprenticeship ORACCA Brazing Certification or equivalent State of Oregon Backflow Tester / Cross Connection Inspector State of Oregon's Class 3 Boiler License Any additional skills, experience or information you would like to share.
Enter N / A if you do not have relevant experience)
Please select the bureau(s) you are interested in working with.
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Agency
City of Portland
Address
1120 SW 5th Ave, Room 987 Portland, Oregon, 97204
Website
http : / / www.portlandoregon.gov / jobs
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