Maintenance Mechanic III

City of Houston • 2800 N Terminal Road, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic III prevents mechanical failures, identifies and corrects safety hazards, and inspects, repairs, cleans, and maintains equipment and machinery throughout the airport complex. Equipment includes pumps, rotating and reciprocating equipment, and plumbing fixtures. The position may be assigned to Houston Airport System facilities at IAH, HOU, and EFD. Employees must obtain all required security badge access, including Customs and Border Protection access, within six months of hire.

The role includes installing mechanical equipment and components; repairing, refurbishing, and maintaining pumps and other machinery; operating vehicles between work sites; conserving equipment and parts; and performing general building maintenance such as painting, air-conditioning repairs, carpentry, carpet, plumbing, concrete, and roofing repairs. The mechanic also rehabilitates and monitors equipment, facilities, and systems, including elevators, escalators, automatic doors, ticket dispensers, electric gates, and heating and air-conditioning equipment, and performs preventive maintenance. The position may involve leading and training lower-level personnel.

This is a safety-impact position subject to random drug testing. New hires and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. Selection may include application review, an interview, and a skills assessment test.

Requirements

• Specialized training in a specific area or trade, normally acquired through up to 18 months of education or training beyond high school.
• One year of experience in building or mechanical maintenance.
• A valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's driving policy.
• May require a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Must be able to obtain all required security badge access, including Customs and Border Protection access, within six months of hire.
• Ability to climb ladders, frequently lift objects weighing up to 80 pounds, and assume awkward positions for extended periods.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to make closely coordinated eye-hand movements within fine tolerances or rapidly within somewhat fine tolerances.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing; the position is subject to random drug testing. A physical examination and verification of provided information are also required.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational competence in operating mechanical or electronic equipment may be required.
• Eligible veteran applicants may receive preference if they possess the necessary qualifications and meet the stated selection criteria.

Responsibilities

• Install mechanical equipment and components.
• Repair, refurbish, and maintain pumps, rotating and reciprocating equipment, and machinery.
• Operate vehicles to and from work sites.
• Repair and maintain equipment and parts, and practice equipment and parts conservation.
• Perform general building maintenance, including painting, air-conditioning repairs, carpentry, carpet, plumbing, concrete, and roofing repairs.
• Rehabilitate and monitor equipment, facilities, and systems, including elevators, escalators, automatic doors, ticket dispensers, electric gates, and heating and air-conditioning equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment, buildings, facilities, and systems.
• Identify and correct safety hazards.
• May lead and train lower-level personnel.

What This Job Offers

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