Maintenance Technician I

City of Brenham, TX

24d•$15

About The Position

Under close supervision performs a variety of general maintenance and repair work of city buildings and facilities, including routine maintenance to ensure upkeep and safety. The Maintenance Technician I operates various vehicles and equipment, and ensures tools, materials, and vehicles are maintained in good working condition and are available when needed. This position also completes work orders and related reports and documentation. The selected candidate's offer of employment will be contingent upon passing several pre-employment screenings. This includes passing a required FBI national fingerprint-based background check. Starting Pay Rate is: $15.06 per hour.

Requirements

High school graduation or its equivalent or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Methods, practices, and equipment used in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, construction and HVAC repair work; safe operation of plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repair equipment; safe operation of hand and electrical tools.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships; communicate effectively; operate trade specific equipment and assist others in properly operating equipment; apply safety standards to prevent hazards; estimate materials and labor costs for projects; read and interpret blueprints, manuals, and written instructions; and tolerate occasional adverse working conditions; operate computers.
Valid Texas driver's license.

Responsibilities

Performs general maintenance and repair of city facilities to ensure upkeep and safety, including general carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, heating/air conditioning, and other mechanical repair work
Responds to service calls, completes work order requests, and related reports, including tracking materials used
Inspects facilities to identify building maintenance needs and communicates needed repairs to the Maintenance Supervisor
Operates and maintains a variety of mechanical tools and equipment such as power saws, sanders, drills, air compressors, paint sprayers, and various other tools required for maintenance work while utilizing necessary PPE to complete the task
Participates in minor repairs to equipment, vehicles, tools, and facilities
Assembles, disassembles, and moves furniture and other objects
Assists with set ups and tear downs of materials and equipment needed for special events
Maintains records and prepares reports of work performed and materials used
In the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency (i.e., flooding, winter storm, etc.), may be required to respond afterhours, including holidays and weekends, to support recovery and restoration efforts, and
Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.