What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Maintenance Tech I position at New Braunfels Utilities?
Position Summary
NBU is looking for an engaged Facilities Maintenance Technician I (MT I) who has a positive and friendly demeanor. The MT I is responsible for diagnosing problems, researching solutions, and performing general maintenance and repairs on facility equipment and interior/exterior property structures. In addition, the MT I enjoys working in a professional high energy environment that may include setting up for special events and meetings without notice, performing grounds maintenance and landscaping, or troubleshooting a lighting issue. The MT I works independently and as part of a team. All work will be done in compliance with NBU safety protocol and employee handbook, as well as in accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act. The MT I will occasionally be assigned small Facilities based project to gain experience in Budgeting and scheduling.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
BUILDING MAINTENANCE
Degree/Diploma Obtained: High School Diploma/GED
Work Experience Time Frame: One Year or More
Field of Study: General Studies
Certification and Licensures Requirements
Valid Texas Class "C" Drivers License Required
Other Minimum Qualifications
NBU is looking for an engaged Facilities Maintenance Technician I (MT I) who has a positive and friendly demeanor. The MT I is responsible for diagnosing problems, researching solutions, and performing general maintenance and repairs on facility equipment and interior/exterior property structures. In addition, the MT I enjoys working in a professional high energy environment that may include setting up for special events and meetings without notice, performing grounds maintenance and landscaping, or troubleshooting a lighting issue. The MT I works independently and as part of a team. All work will be done in compliance with NBU safety protocol and employee handbook, as well as in accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act. The MT I will occasionally be assigned small Facilities based project to gain experience in Budgeting and scheduling.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
BUILDING MAINTENANCE
- Execute basic building, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and lighting repairs
- Complete interior/exterior carpentry, framing, and painting jobs to enhance and maintain facilities
- Move, reconfigure, install, position modular and stand-alone furniture using various hand, power and specialty tools, dollies and hand trucks
- Perform routine preventative maintenance and service on generators
- Diagnose and repair malfunctioning equipment
- Respond quickly and appropriately in the event of an emergency
- Interpret and complete basic blueprint designs
- Inspect facilities and grounds for necessary maintenance
- Maintain inventory of repair equipment and supplies
- Transport, deliver, and unload goods or equipment
- Coordinate efforts across maintenance team to ensure efficiency when completing tasks
- Perform other work-related duties as assigned
- Assist in meeting room setups according to requested layout
- Able to respond to after-hours call outs
- Maintain regular attendance; leave schedule should be managed so as to not interfere with ability to accomplish tasks, including special projects and assignments with deadlines
- Adhere to NBU policies, procedures, and safety guidelines at all times and in all situations
- Maintain a clean and safe work area, office, field site and vehicle as applicable
- Develop & maintain effective customer service skills for communications with co-workers, customers and the public in general
- Maintain strict confidentiality of business, employee and customer information in written and oral communications and safeguard sensitive documents
- Exemplifies NBU Core Values of Integrity, Stewardship, Team, Culture and Safety
- Participate in and support initiatives to reach annual NBU Strategic goals
Degree/Diploma Obtained: High School Diploma/GED
Work Experience Time Frame: One Year or More
Field of Study: General Studies
Certification and Licensures Requirements
Valid Texas Class "C" Drivers License Required
Other Minimum Qualifications
- General working knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or HVAC preferred
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and follow specific procedures
- A valid Texas Driver’s License is required to operate a company vehicle when necessary
- Flexibility in available hours, including holidays, weekends, and/or after hours, is required.
- Effective written and oral communication skills
- Able to work well with minimal supervision
- Problem solving skills
- Must be available for on call or after hours and weekend work
- Will be required to be on a call rotation
Salary : $19 - $29
