Skilled Trades Journeyman

City of Garland; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Garland is seeking a skilled Facilities Technician to troubleshoot and repair commercial HVAC systems and oversee general building maintenance across City facilities. The role includes managing preventative maintenance, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, with relevant licensed trades (Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing) and several years of verifiable experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Electrical Journeyman License with 4+ years experience; or HVAC Journeyman with 4+ years; or Plumbing Journeyman with 4+ years.
• Texas Class A HVAC license or Master Electrical/Plumbing licenses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair building systems and components in City facilities.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance Program scheduling and execution.
• Coordinate repairs with contractors and gather quotes.
• Ensure compliance with City, State, County codes; maintain records in CMMS.
• Assist in budget preparation and on-site design/construction meetings.

Skills

Tools & usage

Facilities maintenance

Hand & power tools

Computer literacy

Independent work

English communication

Relationship building

Education

High School diploma or GED

Electrical Journeyman License

HVAC Technician experience

Plumbing Journeyman License

Level II training + four years experience

Tools

Adobe Acrobat Pro

AutoCAD

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

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