Facilities Operations Technician I

City of Leander • Joule Building, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs entry-level work repairing and maintaining the City’s buildings and facilities. Generally, this position uses routine skills and works under close supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Minimum of six months of professional experience working in facility maintenance.
• Ability to occasionally work hours other than the regular daytime schedule such on-call, or emergency response situations.
• Valid driver’s license from any state in the U.S.
• Ability to use a personal computer and mobile phone applications.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate with other employees and the public in a courteous and diplomatic manner.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• When requested, must wear personal protective equipment, steel-toed leather boots, gloves, eye protection, head protection, safety vest, and ear protection.
• Workers must follow safety procedures and use safety equipment.
• Skill in operating assigned equipment tools and vehicles safely.

Nice To Haves

• Certificate or degree from an accredited technical school or college.
• One or more years of experience in facility maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair and maintenance of City buildings and facilities to include but not limited, plumbing, minor electrical work, wall repair, flooring, painting, and HVAC.
• Climb ladders, access roofs, enter attics.
• Move and assemble furniture when needed.
• Escalate customer complaints to the department manager.
• Oversee maintenance of tools, equipment, and the work truck to ensure they are kept in good and safe working conditions.
• Make minor adjustments or remove the equipment from service until proper repairs are made.
• Change HVAC filters and clean outside condensing units in all City facilities.
• Ductless mini split cleaning.
• Keep shop facility and maintenance truck in orderly and good working conditions.
• Skillfully and safely operate hand tools and equipment.
• Subject to after-hour call outs for emergency situations and special events.
• Help load, unload, and sort surplus items to auction off to the public.
• Assists with janitorial duties.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements.
• Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background and driving record check.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Compliance with the Selective Service Registration for male US citizens and immigrants, who are ages 18-25.
• The City of Leander participates in E-Verify!
• The City of Leander is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information in employment.

What This Job Offers

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