Maintenance Worker Leader - Austin Convention Center

City of Austin•Austin, TX

2d•$28 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, this position performs building maintenance services on City facilities and acts in a lead capacity over other Building Maintenance personnel. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include inspecting buildings and equipment for needed repairs and maintenance, performing minor repairs to furniture and equipment, semi-skilled carpentry, installing and replacing floor and ceramic tiles, driving vehicles, moving furniture and equipment, performing basic service on pumps and air handlers, operating various power tools and saws, performing simple plumbing installations and repairs, painting, varnishing, and sealing surfaces, hammering nails and stakes, installing door closers and locks, measuring using various tools, and reading blueprints.

Requirements

Knowledge of the equipment, methods, and materials used in repairing and maintaining facilities.
Knowledge of Local ordinances and building codes.
Knowledge of basic plumbing methods, and materials used in routine carpentry, equipment, methods, and materials used in moderate levels of construction.
Knowledge of proper safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of the equipment, methods, and materials used in ground maintenance.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Ability to operate power tools and mechanical equipment.
Ability to read and understand simple blueprints.
Ability to perform emergency and routine repairs and maintenance.
Ability to lead and train others.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with City employees and the public.
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four (4) years of experience in building maintenance work including heating, cooling, electrical and plumbing systems.
Texas Class C Operator's License.

Nice To Haves

Experience in reading and working with electrical diagrams related to event utilities.
Experience in setting and working with 120v -480v and up to 400-amp services.
Experience problem solving maintenance related requests in a fast-paced environment, preferably in a large venue/convention center facility.
Experience with carpentry installations and repairs.
Experience with repairs to damaged equipment.
Experience with HVAC equipment.
Experience with facility/building plumbing services.

Responsibilities

Inspects buildings and equipment for needed repairs and maintenance.
Repairs and replaces electric plugs and cords.
Performs minor repairs to tables, chairs, desks, cabinets, etc.
Performs semi-skilled carpentry work in the construction and repair of walls, ceilings, doors, etc.
Installs and/or replace floor and ceramic tiles.
Drives vehicles as needed.
Moves furniture, file cabinets, equipment, etc using hand dollies.
Performs basic service on pumps, air handlers, cooling towers, etc repack, change oil and filters, lubricate, etc.
Operates drills, buffers, grinders, sanders, etc.
Operates various power saws, i.e., radial arm, skill, etc.
Operates acetylene cutting torch, welder, etc.
Performs simple plumbing installations and repairs i.e., install and repair faucets, unclog drains, replace valves, etc.
Paints varnishes, and/or seal walls, ceilings, floors, furniture, equipment, etc using brushes, rollers, air sprayers, etc.
Hammers nails and stakes.
Installs door closers, kick plates, locks, etc.
Measures using tapes, transits, levels, etc.
Reads profiles and blueprints.
Train and lead employees.
Supervise work unit in absence of supervisor.