Skilled Trades Apprentice

City of Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Garland is seeking a maintenance technician to keep City buildings in top condition. You will perform preventative maintenance and repair electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and structural components, while coordinating with supervisors and subcontractors as needed.

Role requires minimum two years in commercial building maintenance, a High School diploma or GED, and the ability to work without supervision. Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus. On-call rotations may apply.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years in commercial building maintenance or related field.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and performs Preventative Maintenance Program.
• Maintains and repairs building systems and components (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, doors, roofing).
• Assists with hanging TVs, pictures, art, etc. and repairs as needed.
• Coordinates with supervisor when subcontractors are needed and gathers quotes.
• Ensures PMs are documented via computer/tablet and available on-call/off-hours as required.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish & English

Strong communication skills

Ability to work without supervision

Reading & creating construction plans

Education

High School diploma or GED

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

Adobe Acrobat Pro

AutoCAD

Job description

Summary

Responsible for general maintenance and repairs in all City buildings constructed and/or maintained by Facilities Management.

Pay Range

$20 - $23/hour (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Schedules and performs Preventative Maintenance Program

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

  • 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.)

  • Maintains roofing systems and components and works with contractors on repairs

  • Installs/maintains plumbing systems, drains, water fountains, commodes, urinals, sinks, faucets

  • Test and maintain chemical treatments in cooling towers and chilled water systems

  • Troubleshoot/repair HVAC systems and all of their components with guidance from a Licensed Technician

  • Checks and maintains generators

  • General carpentry skills

  • Assists staff in hanging TVs, pictures, art, etc.

  • Repairs drywall, ceiling systems, flooring, furniture, signage, flagpoles, etc.

• Informs Facilities Supervisor if a subcontractor is needed for repairs and/or service and gathers quotes

• Ensure that the preventative maintenance program is completed by use of a computer and/or tablet

• Available for rotating on-call and work overtime when requested

• Performs other duties assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

• Two years in commercial building maintenance or related field, i.e., mechanical trades, HVAC repair/maintenance, electrical repair/maintenance, plumbing repairs/maintenance or building inspections or public works inspections

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

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English

• 3+ years' experience in commercial electrical or plumbing or HVAC (including chillers, generators, and fire sprinkler systems)

• Ability to read and create construction schedules with Microsoft Project

• 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

• Valid State-Required Minimum Automobile Liability Insurance (prior to employment)