Facilities Engineering Technician

City of Santa Fe Springs; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Insurance

Service Connected Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

FMLA Benefits

Job summary

Regional Transportation Commission seeks a skilled tradesperson to maintain buildings, grounds and facilities equipment. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and two years of journey-level experience in one or more trades, with a valid Class C driver's license.

Non-exempt status applies, with shifts possible on days, evenings, weekends and holidays. Expect physical work, equipment operation, and adherence to safety and inspection standards as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to High School Diploma/GED and two (2) years of journey-level experience in one or more of the trades.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of skilled, journey-level duties in the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and related facilities equipment.
• Monitors, maintains and performs standard repairs to building electrical, heating, ventilation, cooling and plumbing systems.
• Assists with oversight of contracted services and performs carpentry maintenance tasks as required.
• Operates computer hardware and related software applications and keeps records of activities and materials used.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Two years journey-level experience in trades

Job description

Although there is a salary range for this position, the candidate hired into this position will be hired at the bottom of the salary range.

THE POSITION

This recruitment will be used to establish an open competitive and promotional eligibility list that may be used to fill this vacancy and vacancies occurring in this classification for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Performs a wide variety of skilled, journey-level duties in the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and related facilities equipment.

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

Working Conditions

May work shifts on days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Education and Experience

Equivalent to High School Diploma/GED and two (2) years of journey-level experience in one or more of the trades.

Licensing and Certification

Must possess and maintain a valid Class C Driver's License at time of application.

Medical Examination

Employment with the Regional Transportation Commission is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician. A pre-employment drug test is part of the examination.

Background Investigation

Employment is contingent upon the results of a comprehensive education/experience background investigation, a criminal history record, and driving history check.

Required Forms

• RTC Application On-Line Profile

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical ability to perform maintenance, construction and related work, including operating hand and power equipment; stamina to stand and walk for extended periods of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 70 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodations may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Monitors, maintains and performance standard repairs to building electrical facilities and systems. Monitors performance of heating, ventilation, and cooling systems for facilities; performs standard repair/replacement of components as appropriate. Monitors and performs maintenance of plumbing systems for facilities. Assist with oversight of contracted services. Performs carpentry maintenance tasks for facilities. Performs preventative maintenance on a variety of building operational systems. Operate computer hardware and associated software applications. May perform general maintenance, custodial and trash removal tasks as required. Drives vehicle to work sites and transports materials and supplies as required. Maintains records of activities performed and materials utilized and replenishes supplies. All other duties assigned.

GROUP INSURANCE – Health and dental insurance is available at a minimal expense to eligible employees, spouses and dependents. The RTC pays the monthly life insurance premium for eligible employees.

SERVICE CONNECTED DISABILITY INSURANCE – Eligible employees are covered by a Workman's Compensation Program in accordance with the provisions of the Nevada Industrial Insurance Act (NRS Chapter 616) and the Nevada Occupational Diseases Act (NRS 617).

LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE – The RTC pays a monthly premium toward a long‑term disability plan for eligible employees.

VACATION – Vacation leave accrual is based on length of RTC employment. Initial accrual is at the rate of 3.08 vacation hours for each biweekly pay period.

SICK LEAVE – Eligible employees accrue 3.7 hours of sick leave for each biweekly pay period. Employees completing 10 years of service accrue an additional .92 hours of sick leave per biweekly pay period.

MISCELLANEOUS LEAVES – Court leave, military leave, parental leave, leave without pay, blood donor leave, education leave, and RTC promotional/transfer application examination leave are available (upon approval) for eligible permanent employees.

RETIREMENT – Full‑time employees become a member of the Nevada State Public Employees Retirement System under an employer‑paid plan.

LONGEVITY PAY – Effective July 1, 2021, permanent employees who have completed 5 full years of creditable service with the RTC are entitled to a one time longevity payment in addition to their base salary. Longevity is paid in a one time lump sum amount, at the rate of .57 of 1% at 5 years.

CREDIT UNION – RTC employees and their families are eligible to join the Clark County Credit Union.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – Eligible employees may be awarded tuition reimbursement upon successful completion of pre‑approved, job related courses.

FMLA – Employees who have worked for the RTC for at least one year, and have worked at least 1,250 hours over the preceding 12 months are eligible for the provisions of the Family Medical Leave Act.