Skilled Trades Journeyman

City of Garland; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Garland is seeking a skilled facilities technician to troubleshoot and repair commercial HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general building systems across city facilities. You will perform preventive maintenance, coordinate with contractors, maintain security door hardware, and ensure code compliance; a valid Texas driver’s license and applicable trade licenses are required.

The role offers on‑call rotation and overtime as needed, with opportunities to work with skilled teams and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Electrical Journeyman License, HVAC Technician license, or Plumbing Journeyman License with 4+ years of verifiable building maintenance experience.
• Equivalent education/experience acceptable to perform essential duties.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
• Schedules preventive maintenance and coordinates with contractors.
• Ensures code compliance with City, State, and County regulations.
• Maintains access controls, door hardware, and security systems.
• Collects quotes for repairs and assists in budget preparation.
• Trains other technicians and participates in on‑call/off‑hour rotations.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing basics

Carpentry

Computer usage

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Electrical Journeyman License

HVAC Technician license/certification

Plumbing Journeyman License

Level II courses with exam, 4 years experience

Tools

Auto CAD

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Job 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

(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 and four (4) years of additional verifiable experience OR
• HVAC Technician and four (4) years of verifiable experience OR
• Plumbing Journeyman License and four (4) years of verifiable experience OR
• Completion of all Level II courses in the training system, a passing score on the exam(s), and four (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