Equipment Technician II - Austin Water

City of Austin

11d•$26 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, this position plans, schedules, and performs tasks in the assembly, repair, and maintenance of complex or intricate electromechanical equipment. The Electromechanical Maintenance Technician performs advanced maintenance, repair, and fabrication work on complex electromechanical systems and small engine equipment such as chain saws, weed eaters and hydraulic pumps. Working under minimal supervision, this position plans and schedules maintenance activities, assembles and troubleshoots equipment, and performs detailed inspections to ensure safe, reliable, and high‑quality operations across City of Austin work sites. This role is responsible for creating and managing preventative maintenance schedules, completing complex diagnostic and repair tasks, and estimating labor, material, and repair costs for budgeting purposes. The technician also manages parts and supplies, oversees contracted maintenance services, and ensures all work complies with safety, operational, and regulatory requirements. The position provides leadership by training and guiding other technicians, coordinating work activities, and supporting efficient maintenance operations. Additional duties include maintaining accurate service records, technical documentation, and parts inventories.

Requirements

Knowledge of symbols used in engineering drawing, circuit diagrams or schematics.
Knowledge of basic operations of small electric motors and pneumatic or hydraulic pumps.
Knowledge of safety in repair of energized electronic equipment.
Knowledge of operational function of equipment to be assembled repaired or maintained.
Knowledge of testing of electronic components.
Knowledge of tools and equipment used in performing electromechanical equipment and component repair.
Knowledge of complex electrical systems.
Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Ability to test and calibrate equipment or controls to close tolerance.
Ability to follow written specifications and interpret engineering drawings, circuit diagrams, schematics, or procedures for assembly or repair.
Ability to lead and train others.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four (4) years of experience in repair and maintenance of electronic controlled pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.
Must obtain an appropriate Commercial Driver License (CDL) within 120 days of hire.
Requires a valid State of Texas Class C Driver License and the ability to meet driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program.
Applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Nice To Haves

Technical training certifications, ie. Equipment & Engine Training Council (EETC), Briggs & Stratton, Blue Mountain Stihl, Kohler, Toro, Kawasaki, and/or Honda.
Experience in modifying and refurbishing equipment, welding, braising, or fabrication of some parts.
Experience in hydraulic and pneumatic diagnostics and repair.
Experience in Self Contained Breathing Apparatus diagnostics and repair.
Experience estimating labor, material, and repair costs for maintenance projects.
Experience training or guiding maintenance technicians.

Responsibilities

Develops weekly schedules for periodic maintenance and trouble-shooting.
Records work performed and parts used for billing purposes.
Communicates with equipment users regarding schedule of periodic maintenance and other maintenance needs.
Conducts routine inspections.
Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
Orders/issues parts and supplies.
Performs electromechanical repairs to complex equipment.
Modifies or refurbishes equipment.
Estimates time, labor, and materials for budget or billing purposes.
Performs welding, braising, or fabrication of some parts.
Maintains technical data on equipment to be serviced.
Maintains inventory of parts.
Monitors contracted maintenance services.
May lead and train others.