Austin Aviation - Airport Trade Technician III

City of Austin•Austin, TX

10d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs routine building and equipment maintenance, repair, installation, and construction for electrical, electronic, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and electromechanical systems in all Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA) facilities. The position may lead and train others and may oversee maintenance and repair work performed by third-party contractors. It is classified as essential personnel, and scheduled work may be required during airport emergencies or bad weather. The position may also require on-call or call-back work and overtime, with or without notice. The work includes inspecting buildings and equipment; completing work orders, preventive maintenance inspections, repairs, and new equipment installations; diagnosing and troubleshooting systems; performing skilled carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical maintenance; and maintaining repair, calibration, and test records in the asset management system. The employee uses hand and power tools, reads technical plans and manuals, works in confined or hazardous spaces, and may use aerial man lifts to work at heights up to 200 feet. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday, either 6:00 AM–2:30 PM or 2:30 PM–11:00 PM. Hours may change based on departmental needs and may include after-hours, holiday, and weekend work. The employee must travel between airport locations, drive a City vehicle, and drive on the airport operations area (AOA). A skills assessment is required. Candidates must be able to read, write, and fluently speak English. The top candidate is subject to at least a 10-year criminal background check and security threat assessment.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent, plus four years of facility maintenance, equipment maintenance, or construction work; relevant work experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four years.
At least two years of the required work experience must involve heating/air conditioning, electrical, electronics, electromechanical, or plumbing systems.
Valid Texas Class C driver license, or ability to acquire one by the hire date.
Meet the City of Austin Driver Record Evaluation requirements for driving positions; applicants may not have more than three moving violations or six Driver Record Evaluation points within 36 months.
Ability to read, write, and fluently speak English.
Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and proper safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in equipment and facility maintenance, including moderate maintenance and construction such as equipment maintenance, building walls, and hanging doors and windows.
Knowledge of methods and procedures for cleaning work areas and equipment.
Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory as it applies to relays and control devices.
Knowledge of door hardware and locking mechanisms, City practices and procedures, and general plumbing systems and equipment.
Oral and written communication skills; ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize, use computers and related software, solve problems, and plan and organize.
Ability to operate power tools and troubleshoot electrical, electronic, HVAC, electromechanical, and plumbing problems.
Ability to work in confined spaces with limited or restricted entry and exit.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, drawings, and equipment operating manuals.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with City employees and the public.
Ability to travel between airport locations and drive a City vehicle on the airport operations area.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Inspect buildings and equipment to identify required repairs and maintenance, and repair facilities and equipment.
Complete assigned work orders, including preparing materials, performing preventive maintenance inspections and repairs, and installing new equipment.
Assist with system diagnostics, calibrations, troubleshooting, and repairs.
Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of electromechanical equipment and systems.
Operate hand and power tools, including drills, grinders, sanders, power saws, sewer machines, pro-press tools, shop vacuums, and water-jetters.
Perform skilled carpentry work, including construction and repair of walls, ceilings, and flooring.
Repair and replace electrical plugs, switches, ballasts, lamps, fixtures, and cords.
Repair and install door hardware and closures, kick plates, handles, locks, and crash bars.
Perform plumbing installations and repairs, including servicing faucets, drains, valves, commodes, urinals, soap dispensers, and towel dispensers.
Service pumps, air handlers, and cooling towers; repack bearings, change oil and filters, and lubricate motors, gearboxes, and pumps.
Assist with repairs to system equipment and components using aerial man lifts at heights up to 200 feet.
Perform operations and maintenance safely, including confined-space entry and work in hazardous environments.
Assist in overseeing maintenance and repair activities performed by third-party contractors.
Maintain records of repairs, calibrations, and tests in the asset management system (AMS).
Read blueprints, drawings, schematics, and equipment operating manuals.
Perform maintenance and inspections on fire extinguishers.
May lead and train others.
Travel between locations, drive a City vehicle, and drive on the airport operations area as required.
Report to work during emergencies or bad weather when scheduled, and in some cases when not scheduled; fulfill on-call, call-back, and overtime responsibilities as required.