Building Maintenance Mechanic 2

City of Chattanooga • Chattanooga, TN

5h • $21 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Building Maintenance Mechanic 2 is the second level of a two-level building maintenance series. This role serves as a lead to lower-level staff, prioritizing and assigning work, training staff on work methods and procedures, and performing a variety of maintenance activities. These activities include electrical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, carpentry, painting, welding, and fabrication for various projects and repairs. The position requires adherence to attendance requirements, maintaining good interpersonal relationships, and accomplishing essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Three (3) years of any combination of relevant education, training or experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job will be considered.
• Vocational/technical training in mechanics, electrical work, HVAC, plumbing, welding, carpentry, construction, or general building maintenance; and skilled trades work in mechanics, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, welding, carpentry, construction, or general building maintenance.
• Knowledge of building maintenance principles and practices associated with electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems; carpentry principles and practices; applicable tools and equipment used in building trades; painting principles, practices and techniques and welding techniques.
• Skill in prioritizing and assigning work; training subordinate staff on work methods and procedures; installing, troubleshooting and repairing electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems; welding; performing carpentry; painting; operating applicable tools and equipment of the trade; communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Nice To Haves

• Depending on the area of assignment, some positions may require TN Electrical Contractors License or a City of Chattanooga Journeyman's License, Licensure or Certification in plumbing, HVAC, welding or other applicable trade.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a lead to lower level staff which includes prioritizing and assigning work; training staff on work methods and procedures and/or performing other related activities.
• Performs a variety of electrical maintenance activities which may include repairing and installing electrical conduit, relays, switches, fixtures, receptacles, controls, circuits and related items; replacing plugs on electrical equipment; repairing electrical equipment; troubleshooting electrical problems and/or performing other related activities.
• Performs a variety of plumbing maintenance activities which may include installing plumbing fixtures; installing and repairing water fountain aerators; unclogging water, drainage and sewer lines; installing and repairing water heaters; replacing faucets; repairing valves on commodes, urinals and drain lines and/or performing other related activities.
• Performs a variety of heating and air conditioning maintenance activities which may include troubleshooting problems; performing preventative maintenance on systems; inspecting boilers, chillers and air handlers; changing air compressors; inspecting coils; repairing motors and replacing bearings on shafts; changing filters and belts; checking for related electrical problems and/or performing other related activities on HVAC equipment.
• Performs a variety of carpentry activities which may include erecting walls, studs and sheetrock; repairing fascia boards; repairing roof leaks, ceiling tiles and window sills; repairing doors and locks; patching holes in walls; installing soap and paper towel dispensers; building and repairing furniture; building and repairing bookshelves and/or performing other related activities.
• Paints walls and/or other related interior and exterior surfaces; removes and installs wallpaper.
• Performs welding and fabrication for various projects and repairs.
• May be required to use, carry and answer their cell phone as determined by their job duties and the department head.
• Must meet regular attendance requirements.
• Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers, and citizens.
• Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Robust pay scales that reflect our commitment to our staff.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling where possible.
• Exceptional Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs designed for you and your family that deliver savings to you beyond your paycheck, featuring a centralized health clinic and pharmacy for all City employees.
• Growth: A focus on professional development and upward mobility within the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED