Maintenance Mechanic I (47255)

City of Rock Hill, SC; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic I to join their team. This role involves performing a variety of maintenance tasks across different trades, ensuring the upkeep of facilities and equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building maintenance, possess excellent problem-solving skills, and be able to work effectively under pressure. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a community-focused organization while developing your skills in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about maintenance work and customer service, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Requires high school graduation or GED equivalent and 3 years of experience.
• Ability to obtain EPA Certification for refrigerants within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and corrective maintenance on building systems and equipment.
• Conduct inspections and repairs on plumbing and electrical systems.
• Execute carpentry, masonry, and painting tasks as needed.

Skills

Building Trades Knowledge

Safety Precautions

Hand Tools Proficiency

Customer Service Skills

Blueprint Interpretation

Plumbing Skills

Electrical Systems Knowledge

HVAC Controls Repair

Education

High School Diploma or GED

3 Years Housing Maintenance Experience

Tools

Common Hand Tools

HVAC Equipment

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General Description

This is a general classification for skilled and semiskilled level maintenance employees. Personnel in this classification should have the ability to be certified in one or more of the trade classifications but will perform a wide range of maintenance related tasks outside their primary area of certification. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible to dress for the weather.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Requires high school graduation or GED equivalent. Three years working experience in housing maintenance. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Special Certifications And Licenses

A valid Driver’s License is required. Must be bondable. Ability to obtain EPA Certification for the proper handling of refrigerants and other chemicals within 12 months of hire.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, tools and materials used in one or more building trades (i.e. carpentry, plumbing, painting, masonry, heating or electrical trades).
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to building maintenance work.
• Skilled in the use and care of common hand tools required in building and equipment maintenance and construction work.
• Ability to perform minor maintenance and repairs in one or more trades.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring moderately heavy manual work.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, tenants and the general public.
• Ability to assign duties and supervise subordinate employees if necessary.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and building specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret utility meters.
• Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines.
• Ability to maintain positive customer-focused relationships with co-workers, supervisors, agencies, the general public, and all other internal and external customers. Demonstrates appropriate customer service skills.
• Work is performed onsite. The incumbent must be present at work to perform the essential functions of this job.

Essential Job Functions

• Must practice safety precautions and be safety conscious at all times.
• Performs required planned and corrective (repair) maintenance to building surfaces, fixtures, systems and equipment.
• Performs equipment planned maintenance tasks such as checking for proper equipment operation; lubricating bearings, changing air filters, and changing heat exchanger and condenser coils.
• Performs electrical and plumbing systems planned maintenance tasks such as inspecting plumbing fixtures for leaks and repairs, checking drain lines to ensure they are free of obstruction, checking appliances for proper operation, testing light switches and electrical outlets, and conducting ground fault detection tests, as well as panel boxes and meters.
• Performs mechanical tasks such as repairing and/or replacing space temperature and HVAC equipment controls.
• Performs carpentry work such as hanging doors, installing windows, replacing/repairing door and window hardware, reglazing windows, installing and/or repairing cabinets and handrails; repairing roofs, gutters, and downspouts; replacing floor tiles and repairing carpet; and patching plaster walls and ceilings.
• Performs masonry work such as patching cracked concrete, replacing broken masonry brick and ceramic tiles, regrouting ceramic tile and sealing concrete and exterior brick walls.
• Performs plastering and sheetrock repair: mixing plaster and drywall mud, removing old plaster and lathe; installing lathe, ground coat and white coat; installing and repairing drywall; feathering edges to match surrounding surfaces.
• Performs painting tasks such as surface preparation, painting with brushes, rollers, or sprayers, touch-up painting, and corrosion control.
• Performs plumbing tasks like repairing faucet washers, resetting fixtures, fixing leaks, clearing clogs, etc.
• Prepares periodic reports required by HUD and the Housing Authority.
• Performs all other duties as required to meet organizational needs.

This notice is not all-inclusive. A more comprehensive list of duties is available on the job description. The City of Rock Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, political affiliation, disability, national origin, genetic information, sex, or age.