Building Maintenance Mechanic I

City of San Antonio • Tx 78207, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, is responsible for cleaning and setting up for events. Repairs, installs, and maintains building fixtures and mechanical equipment. Exercises no supervision. Work Location Various city facilities, with assignments being based on departmental needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Two (2) years of general experience in building and mechanical maintenance and repair.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.
• May require CPR certification within one (1) year of employment.
• Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
• Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor convictions, an Open Arrest for any criminal offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and family violence convictions.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
• If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification.
• Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing.
• Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications applicable to Building Maintenance. ( Please list on application .)
• Experience in various facility maintenance areas, including Plumbing, Roofing, Flooring, and Electrical.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to areas of building maintenance.
• Experience and understanding of reading and following blueprints.
• Experience with locksmithing.

Responsibilities

• Repairs pipelines and patches leaks in hot water and steam lines; repairs leaking valves on faucets; and addresses stopped-up sinks, lavatories, and sewer lines.
• Performs carpentry work such as preparing simple concrete forms, assisting in repairing and replacing screens and doors, building benches, and assisting in rough and finish carpentry work, frequently lifting and carrying equipment or work materials 30 pounds.
• Utilizes hand and power tools to prepare, paint, and repair park benches, picnic tables, swimming pools, and other park facilities.
• Repairs broken seats and chairs.
• Erects or repairs wood or metal signs.
• Cleans floors and building fixtures.
• Performs basic electrical repairs and replaces light switches, bulbs, and ballasts.
• Finishes cement curbs, gutters, and retaining walls; patches breaks in cement work and replaces floor or ceiling tiles.
• Assists skilled craftsmen in installation, maintenance, and repair of the fire alarm and traffic signal system and climbs poles to install and repair overhead cables.
• Performs preventive maintenance for air-conditioning units.
• Changes filters and lubricates and replaces belts.
• Keeps basic records and prepares basic reports.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Pre-employment drug testing
• Background checks
• Physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted if required for the position.

What This Job Offers

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