Maintenance Technician II

City of Key West•Key West, FL

22h•$26•Onsite

About The Position

This position is to serve primarily at City facilities, right of ways, roads, sidewalks and other city properties, construction sites, and in the Public Works offices as assigned by the Superintendent of Community Services. This position is responsible for maintaining equipment in optimal operating condition, repairing, when able, and recommending service calls when repair is beyond his/her ability or knowledge. This is a highly responsible position that provides general maintenance, repair and completes projects for the City in areas of electrical, plumbing, mechanical, small construction and carpentry. Will determine when work must be contracted due to economic considerations. In the absence of a foreman must be able to run a crew to complete job assigned.

Requirements

Able to read, speak, write and understand English in order to communicate with the public and supervisors and report on needed repairs. (Tests may be required prior to employment).
Able to lift 70 pounds to a 45-inch height and carry it 100 yards.
Able to work a forty (40) hour work week and respond to after hour emergencies as necessary.
Able to work outside in all types of weather.
Able to repair small engines and equipment (tests may be required prior to employment).
Must have a valid Florida driver’s license and be able to obtain Class B CDL within 60 days of employment.
Able to work special events, holidays, weekends and storm events.
Able to operate computer, tablets and smart phone.
Able to obtain professional certification or licenses as needed.
Ability to paint and patch wood, drywall or plaster.
Ability to repair a variety of plumbing problems, such as replacing or repairing a faucet, clearing a plugged line, etc.
Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
Ability to repair or replace electrical parts or fixtures.
Able to perform carpentry jobs, replacements or repairs.
Able to repair small electric and gasoline powered equipment.
Able to work forty (40) hour work week and respond to after hour emergencies as necessary.
Experience in the use of tools related to plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry, and other maintenance functions.
Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with other employees.
Ability to deal with the general public in a courteous and helpful manner.
Ability to work without constant supervision, making decisions as permitted on a day to day basis.
Ability to use a handheld radio, smart phones, tablets and computers.
Proper apparel and safety clothes/shoes required.
Must be available to work varying shifts.
Able to read and understand technical manuals.
Ability to speak knowledgeably with vendors regarding equipment, demanding quality, price and service while maintaining a good relationship.
General knowledge of plumbing, troubleshooting, installing conduit/wiring, heavy equipment maintenance and air conditioning.
Ability to use computers to open and close work orders.
Demonstrate experience in all required repair/maintenance knowledge, skills and abilities.
Post hire, a signed authorization from physician that employee can perform work must be on file.
Must possess and maintain a Florida driver’s license.
High School graduate or equivalent.
Must be available for varied shift, as necessary.
Ability to read and write English, being able to prepare reports and log book.
Three years or more experience in plumbing, electrical and other construction relate trade work.
3 years experience operating and maintaining heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

Repair plumbing fixtures, small electrical equipment and appliances.
Perform general labor and equipment operator duties as assigned.
Paint various types of surfaces.
Repair and replace conduit and electrical wiring and fixtures.
Perform basic carpentry repairs as assigned.
Maintain pleasant and courteous manner at all times when dealing with the public.
Drive a truck, load and unload materials and equipment as required.
Determine repairs required and the supplies and equipment needed for the repair.
Use precision measuring instruments.
Perform special assignments.
Repair and install water lines, storm water lines and sanitary sewer lines.
Repair and rebuild gasoline engines i.e., lawnmowers, lawnblowers, weedeaters, chainsaws, generators, paint machines, etc.
Install and repair locks for doors, cabinets, filing cabinets and etc.
Any and/or all other duties as assigned.