Maintenance Technician IV HVAC

City of Denton; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Employee clinic

Vacation & holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

The City of Denton is seeking a Maintenance Technician IV to oversee and perform advanced repair and maintenance across City buildings. This role requires licensure in a specific trades area (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) and hands-on experience with security systems, access control, and building infrastructure.

You will diagnose issues, coordinate with contractors, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations while supporting 24/7 operations as

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• 0-1 year skilled trades or maintenance experience.
• 1-3 years skilled trades or maintenance experience; apprentice license.
• 3-4 years experience with an apprentice license; 6,000 hours logged; FMP or similar certification.
• Maintenance Technician IV requires journeyman’s or master’s license and 4+ years of licensed-trade experience.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and perform preventive maintenance.
• Install/maintain door hardware and access control components.
• Install/maintain electrical systems and lighting.
• Maintain card access security systems.
• Maintain roofing systems and coordinate with contractors.
• Install/maintain plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Assist in hanging TVs, pictures, art.
• Repair drywall, ceilings, flooring, and signage.
• Test and maintain cooling towers and water systems.
• Troubleshoot HVAC systems and components with guidance.
• Repair/replace/inspect commercial HVAC systems.
• General hand and power tool use and carpentry.
• Perform field installation and maintenance of security systems.
• Respond to security incidents and document cases.
• Inspect and maintain security equipment; report defects.
• Work with electrical/electronic equipment and sensors.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Problem solving

MS Office 365

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Independent work

Confined spaces

Education

Journeyman/master license

Tools

Access control systems

CCTV security systems

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Job description

Responsible for general maintenance and repairs in all City buildings constructed and/or maintained by Facilities Management. For Technician IV (Specific Licensed Trade), responsible for troubleshooting and repairing commercial-grade systems, construction inspections and/or oversight, in one of the following trade specialties: heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing systems, CCTV, access control, or electrical systems for Citywide buildings constructed and/or maintained by Facilities Management.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

DUTIES

• Schedule and perform preventive maintenance.
• Install/maintain keys, locks, punch code locks, panic hardware (electrical/mechanical), and all other door hardware.
• Install/maintain electrical systems, devices, controls, lighting systems, etc.
• Maintains card access security system components (readers, panels, etc.).
• Maintains roofing systems and components and works with contractors on repairs.
• Installs/maintains plumbing systems, drains, water fountains, commodes, urinals, sinks, faucets, etc.
• Assist in hanging TVs, pictures, art, etc.
• Repairs drywall, ceiling systems, flooring, furniture, signage, flagpoles, etc.
• Test and maintain chemical treatments in cooling towers and chilled water systems.
• Troubleshoot/repair HVAC systems and components with guidance from a Licensed Technician.
• Repair/replace/inspect commercial HVAC systems.
• General hand and power tool knowledge and carpentry skills.
• Test and maintain chemical treatments in cooling towers and chilled water systems.
• Perform weekly checks and maintain facility backup generators.
• Inform the Facilities Supervisor if a subcontractor is needed for repairs and/or service and assist in gathering quotes.
• Ensure the preventive maintenance program is completed by using computer, tablets, or other technological media.
• Assist in compiling data for the computerized work order system.
• Assist in gathering quotes for the annual budget.
• Assist with training other Facilities Maintenance Technicians.
• Ensure all work is compliant with local, state, and federal building and environmental regulations and codes
• Perform field installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of security systems including, but not limited to, access control, security cameras, surveillance, alarms, and related infrastructure.
• Respond promptly to security incidents and accurately document each case; elevate to leadership, as needed.
• Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance of security equipment; identify, document, and report defects.
• Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on electrical/electronic equipment, including but not limited to, controls, power supplies, gauges, and sensors.

SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

• None.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Maintenance Technician I

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• 0-1 year of skilled trades or maintenance experience.

Maintenance Technician II

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1-3 years of skilled trades or maintenance experience.
• Holds an apprentice license in any applicable licensed trade.

Maintenance Technician III

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• 3-4 years of applicable experience while holding an apprentice license.
• 6,000 hours logged on apprentice license for a specific licensed trade.
• FMP or similar administrative certification.

Maintenance Technician IV (Licensed Technician; HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical)

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Holds a current journeyman’s or master’s license for a specific trade.
• 4+ years of applicable experience in the specific licensed trade.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal building and environmental regulations and codes.
• Skill in problem solving; identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Skill at the beginner level, working with applicable Microsoft Office 365 products, and other software systems to complete work.
• Skill in providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.
• Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written forms, for the needs of the audience.
• Ability to work independently and/or with team environment while handling multiple tasks and changing priorities with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must have and maintain a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
• Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check,employment history verification,and Social Security number verification.
• Must pass a physical examination.
• Must maintain applicable skilled trades licensing.

SAFETY

• Ensure equipment is in safe operating condition; perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, as appropriate and/or notify leadership immediately of needed repairs.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Promptly report unsafe conditions in the work area and/or any conditions that are not immediately correctable to leadership.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Safety Sensitive (Subject to random drug testing): Yes
• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; work with laboratory ecological and environmental testing and monitoring equipment and operates motor vehicle; use of hand and power tools, standard electrical equipment, and use of motor vehicle; wearappropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). wearappropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) issued by City of Denton that may include gloves, hard hat, safety goggles/eye protection, hearing protection, respiratory protection, steel-toed boots, and uniforms.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
• Lifting: Lifting no more than 100 pounds and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Environment: Works in an office setting and outside with exposure to sun, heat, cold, humidity, and inclement weather, noise, dust, no/low light, insects, poison oak/ivy, debris, confined spaces, mold, chemicals, odors, heights, potentially hazardous conditions, steep slopes, uneven ground, and rough terrain; occasionally requires irregular and/or prolonged hours.
• Travel: Travel to City of Denton buildings and professional meetings as required.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Must be able to work after normal business hours, holidays, andweekends, as needed. Must be able to work shift as designated by department based on 24 hours a day, 7 days per week operations including evenings, nights, holidays,weekends, and inclement weather. Must be able to work overtime, as needed.Must be able to respond to call-in within 30 minutes and be responsible for call when your name comes up on rotation list. Must be available to be on stand-by and work emergency callouts.Must attend regularly scheduled and special meetings.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

CORE VALUES

• Inclusive
• Collaborative
• Service-Oriented
• Strategically Focused
• Fiscally Responsible

TOP TIER BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans
• Employee Health Clinic
• Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan

EEO STATEMENT

The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the City of Denton’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.

ADA/EOE/ADEA

This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.