Facilities Trades Technician

City of Wildwood•Wildwood, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform skilled trades work in the maintenance of facilities, parks, equipment and city-owned assets. This is a skilled position in facilities maintenance and equipment repairs. Requires specialized knowledge and skill in performing electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and other buildings and parks trades work. During occasions of local emergencies, this position shall be required to perform emergency tasks which may result in extended work hours, as well as, extended periods of time away from family members.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Five (5) years of experience in the various trade areas as specified or other specific vocational preparation, or any equivalent combination of education and experience as deemed acceptable.
Must possess a valid State of Florida Driver's License or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
Ability to obtain building trade certifications as deemed necessary
Ability to obtain a certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification
Ability to obtain Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) intermediate Maintenance of Traffic certification within six (6) months of employment
Knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and other trade principles, practices, and methods in building maintenance.
Knowledge and skills needed to operate gages, standard hand and power tools, testing equipment, electronic devices, computers, technology, software, and misc. office equipment essential to perform position requirements.
Ability to use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations which may occur.
Ability to estimate time, materials, and supplies required to complete various repair and/or maintenance activities.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations that may be required to complete repair or maintenance projects.
Ability to trouble-shoot and solve technical problems with electrical, plumbing and HVAC system
Knowledge of federal, state, and local codes governing construction.
Ability to read and interpret construction specifications, prints, and plans
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public
Ability to work overtime and be on-call
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records and reports

Responsibilities

Review and analyze HVAC control and energy management systems to ensure optimum performance
Completes a monthly building interior/exterior "Facility Inspection Log"
Manage and coordinate all necessary facility contractual service agreements to ensure efficient building or facility operations. Contractual services may include HVAC continuing preventative maintenance service, fire alarm and fire sprinkler inspection, services contracts
Assists in the development and implementation of appropriate preventative maintenance programs for all facilities and equipment throughout the City
Reads and interprets blue prints, schematics, and wiring diagrams
Assists in establishing specifications for equipment, obtaining bids, and proposals when necessary, and providing recommendations on equipment and maintenance needs
Performs skilled and specialized tasks in the construction, renovation, modification, installation, and repair of buildings and equipment
Maintains electrical components in buildings; installs new electrical circuits including bending conduit, fishing wires, and splicing into existing circuits
Maintains facility plumbing system with such repairs as toilets, sinks, showers, water and waste lines, and related items utilizing PVC, metal, and copper pipe ensuring that the proper size for water volume and flow is used
Inspects and maintains air conditioning units and related items; servicing of chiller plants and split AC system, servicing or replacing pumps and motors; servicing and maintaining variable air volumes (VAVs) units, servicing and maintaining variable frequency drives (VFDs), installs/replaces fans; cleans coils; checks for leaks
Supervises custodial, facility maintenance staff and others appointed as directed
Establish and maintain effective working relationship with peers, staff and external customers
Support department goals to create and maintain a progressive and performance-based culture
Effectively coordinates with other City Departments as required
All other tasks as requested