Maintenance Technician I

Cameron County•Brownsville, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs technical work in repair and/or building maintenance functions. Duties include maintaining existing structures and grounds. Positions in this class perform routine maintenance and identify needed corrective actions to resolve discrepancies; answer maintenance questions; and maintain repair documents and records.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Two (2) years of experience as a Maintenance Technician or semi-skilled position, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.
Ability to exert medium physical effort in medium work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of medium weight (20-50 pounds).
Ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals.
Ability to communicate orally.
Exposure to damp/wet surfaces, duty conditions, fumes and odors, flammable liquids and high noise levels.
Subject to a six (6) month probationary period prior to Civil Service eligibility.
Must submit to a drug and alcohol evaluation.

Nice To Haves

May be expected to operate heavy equipment on occasion.

Responsibilities

Assists Maintenance II technicians in repairing HVAC systems malfunctions and installation of new equipment.
Assists Maintenance III technicians with repairs of electrical and generator malfunctions and installs new equipment.
Assembles, installs and repairs pipes, fillings, fixtures of heating, water and sewer systems; opens clogged drains.
Assists maintenance personnel with problems and ensures timely completion of work; works with power tools in a safe manner.
Maintains tools and machinery in good condition and uses all tools carefully and as instructed; may be expected to operate heavy equipment on occasion.
Maintains buildings and keeps work areas clean; prepares equipment needed to complete work orders.
Performs repairs on all facilities within the County, including restrooms and mechanical equipment.
Maintains grounds: Performs landscaping duties as requested.
Performs other related duties as required.