Description

Summary

Responsible for performing troubleshooting and repair efforts on commercial grade heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems or construction inspections and oversight in all City buildings constructed and/or maintained by Facilities Management.

Pay Range: $23.75 - $26.78 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintains and repairs ALL building systems and components within the City of Garland, including but not limited to:

• Repair/replace/inspect Commercial HVAC systems
• Schedules and performs Preventative Maintenance Program
• Maintains roofing systems and components and works with contractors on repairs
• Ensure that the preventative maintenance program is completed by use of a computer and/or tablet
• Test and maintain chemical treatments in cooling towers and chilled water systems
• Assist in compiling data for the computerized work order system
• Coordinate maintenance contracts as assigned
• Assist in gathering quotes for the annual budget
• Attend major design and/or construction meetings
• Ensure all work is compliant with City, State, and County codes
• Informs Facilities Supervisor if a subcontractor is needed for repairs and/or service and gathers quotes
• Checks and maintains generators
• Installs/maintains keys, locks, punch code locks, panic hardware (electrical/mechanical), and all other door hardware
• Installs/maintains electrical systems, devices, controls, lights, lighting systems, etc.
• Maintains card access security system components (readers, panels, etc.)
• Installs/maintains plumbing systems, drains, water fountains, commodes, urinals, sinks, faucets
• Assists staff in hanging TVs, pictures, art, etc.
• Repairs drywall, ceiling systems, flooring, furniture, signage, flagpoles, etc.
• General carpentry
• Trains and assists other technicians as needed
• Available for rotating on-call and work overtime when requested
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Electrical Journeyman License (4) years of additional verifiable experience

OR

• HVAC Technician (4) years of verifiable experience

OR

• Plumbing Journeyman License (4) years of additional verifiable experience
• 4 years of verifiable general building maintenance experience

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:     

• Texas Class A HVAC, Master Electrical or Master Plumbing License
• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Proficient in using Adobe Acrobat Pro software
• Auto CAD software abilities 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• General knowledge of needed tools and their proper usage
• General knowledge of facilities maintenance
• Skill to properly operate hand and power tools
• Ability to use a computer and software
• Ability to perform work without supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing in English
• Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with other City personnel and customers

Licenses and Certifications

Valid Class C Texas driver's license

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The incumbent works in a warehouse environment; occasionally exposed to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.  Occasional outside work.