Facilities -Maintenance Tech I-III (Security)

City of Denton•Denton, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for general maintenance and repairs in City buildings constructed or maintained by Facilities Management. The role performs preventive maintenance and repairs across building systems and components, including doors and locks, electrical systems, plumbing, roofs, HVAC, furnishings, and facility backup generators. It also includes maintaining security systems such as access control, cameras, surveillance, alarms, and related infrastructure; responding to security incidents; and documenting and escalating issues as needed. Work must comply with applicable building and environmental regulations and codes. Technicians may assist licensed technicians with HVAC troubleshooting and repair. The posting describes separate qualifications for Maintenance Technician levels I through III and for Technician IV, a licensed technician in a specific trade. Duties may change, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Maintenance Technician I: 0–1 year of skilled trades or maintenance experience.
Maintenance Technician II: 1–3 years of skilled trades or maintenance experience and an apprentice license in an applicable licensed trade.
Maintenance Technician III: 3–4 years of applicable experience while holding an apprentice license; 6,000 hours logged on an apprentice license for a specific licensed trade; and an FMP or similar administrative certification.
Maintenance Technician IV (licensed technician—HVAC, plumbing, or electrical): current journeyman’s or master’s license in a specific trade and 4+ years of applicable experience in that trade.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal building and environmental regulations and codes.
Problem-solving skills, including identifying problems, evaluating options, and implementing solutions.
Beginner-level skill with applicable Microsoft Office 365 products and other software systems.
Ability to provide exceptional service to internal and external customers and use tact, patience, and courtesy in interpersonal relationships.
Effective oral and written communication tailored to the audience.
Ability to work independently and in a team while managing multiple tasks and changing priorities with attention to detail.
Ability to work in confined spaces.
Valid Class C driver’s license and the state-required minimum automobile liability insurance before employment; a Texas Class C driver’s license and required insurance must be obtained within 90 days of hire, as required by state law.
Must pass drug testing, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, employment history verification, Social Security number verification, and a physical examination.
Must maintain applicable skilled-trades licensing.
Must follow established safety procedures, including when lifting, climbing, and operating tools and equipment.
Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds and carry up to 50 pounds.
Must maintain regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and maintain emotional control under stress while working with frequent interruptions.
Must be available for the department-designated shift in a 24/7 operation, including evenings, nights, holidays, weekends, and inclement weather; overtime, standby, and emergency callouts may be required.

Responsibilities

Schedule and perform preventive maintenance.
Install and maintain keys, locks, punch-code locks, panic hardware, and other door hardware.
Install and maintain electrical systems, devices, controls, and lighting systems.
Maintain card-access security system components, including readers and panels.
Maintain roofing systems and components and work with contractors on repairs.
Install and maintain plumbing systems and fixtures, including drains, water fountains, commodes, urinals, sinks, and faucets.
Assist with hanging TVs, pictures, and art.
Repair drywall, ceiling systems, flooring, furniture, signage, and flagpoles.
Test and maintain chemical treatments in cooling towers and chilled water systems.
Troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems and components with guidance from a licensed technician; repair, replace, and inspect commercial HVAC systems.
Perform weekly checks and maintain facility backup generators.
Inform the Facilities Supervisor when a subcontractor is needed for repairs or service and assist in gathering quotes.
Complete the preventive maintenance program using computers, tablets, or other technology.
Assist in compiling data for the computerized work order system and gathering quotes for the annual budget.
Assist with training other Facilities Maintenance Technicians.
Ensure work complies with local, state, and federal building and environmental regulations and codes.
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot security systems, including access control, security cameras, surveillance, alarms, and related infrastructure.
Respond to security incidents, document each case accurately, and escalate incidents to leadership as needed.
Inspect and perform preventive maintenance on security equipment; identify, document, and report defects.
Troubleshoot and maintain electrical and electronic equipment, including controls, power supplies, gauges, and sensors.
Maintain equipment in safe operating condition, follow safety procedures, and promptly report unsafe conditions or needed repairs.
Travel to City of Denton buildings and professional meetings as required; attend scheduled and special meetings.
Work assigned shifts, including after-hours, holiday, weekend, emergency-callout, and overtime work as needed; respond to call-in within 30 minutes and serve on standby when assigned.