Building Maintenance Mechanic 2

City of Chattanooga•Chattanooga, TN

4h•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Incumbents in this classification are responsible for leading and inspecting the work of other maintenance mechanics and installing, repairing and performing maintenance work on buildings and equipment. Requires multiple skills across more than one trade (e.g. electrical, HVAC, plumbing, welding). Work is performed with limited supervision.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and three (3) years of any combination of relevant education, training or experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job will be considered. Examples of relevant training and experience include 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.
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.
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.

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, coworkers, 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.