Maintenance Mechanic

Smith County•Tyler, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing preventive maintenance, repairs, and general facility upkeep for County buildings and equipment. This position supports the safe and efficient operation of County facilities by completing maintenance tasks, responding to service requests, and assisting with inspections and facility improvements.

Requirements

Be able to use a computer for ordering and researching parts.
Follow written and verbal instructions.
Interpret blueprints, shop drawings, sketches and diagrams.
Effectively and safely, operate a variety of tools and equipment.
Comply with detailed label precautions.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
Maintain consistent and courteous customer service.
Must be able to work independently with little direction.
High School diploma or G.E.D.
Must have a valid Texas Driver License.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a job related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Responds to routine maintenance and service requests.
Performs corrective and preventative maintenance on all equipment and building systems.
Performs a wide range of facility renovations and repair work.
Utilizes a computerized maintenance management system (Asset Essentials) on a mobile device to create new work orders, complete assigned preventative maintenance work orders, complete assigned work order requests, etc.
Performs inspections and/or operational tests of equipment and systems to determine proper operation and current condition.
Performs scheduled and routine maintenance on mechanical, electrical, HVAC and other related equipment and systems.
Works with the Maintenance Supervisor to purchase tools, equipment and materials needed.
Repairs plumbing systems by clearing stoppages, replacing sections of broken pipe, repairs leaks, clears drains, etc.
Installs, troubleshoots and repairs plumbing fixtures and control devices for lavatories, drinking fountains, shower systems, etc.
Paints surfaces by using standard coating methods such as brushing, rolling and spraying.
Mixes, pours, spreads and levels concrete on surfaces and structures such as walls, sidewalks, steps, curbs, ramp, etc.
Fixes, replaces and refinishes floors.
Repairs doors and replaces hardware such as locks and closers.
Cleans, maintains and repairs steam boilers, water heaters and replace parts as needed.
Performs roof maintenance.
Repairs cabinets, desks, tables and other office furniture.
Repairs windows, frames and screens.
Lays floor tile and carpeting.
Clears stairs and sidewalks of snow and ice.
Welds metal for repairs.
Assists the grounds crew, custodians and construction crew as needed.
Inventories parts stock.
Performs administrative functions such as responding to emails, answering phone calls, typing reports, etc.
Respond to fire alarms and be familiar with fire panels and systems.
Operates a variety of equipment and machines including saws, drills and various hand tools to perform work.
Maintains tools and equipment in a safe, clean and proper working condition.
Assures compliance with safety practices and procedures.