Sanitation Administration-Maintenance Technician

the City of McAllen Online•McAllen, TX

About The Position

Under direction and procedural control, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for overseeing and conducting maintenance and minor mechanical repairs to various systems and equipment including Heating-Ventilation-Air Conditioning (HVAC), electrical, plumbing. The Maintenance Technician performs janitorial and grounds maintenance of various Public Works buildings and supervises Sanitation Administration custodial personnel. Employee solicits and monitors performance of outsourced service contract workers when needed. The employee has a high degree of contact with city personnel and the public which requires tack and diplomacy. Employee must abide by and follow all safety rules and regulations. About the Organization: McAllen is one of the fastest growing cities in America with a population alone close to 148,000. Known for its tropical breezes, mild winter weather, brightly colored birds, and low cost of living, McAllen offers world-class nature tourism, outstanding arts and entertainment opportunities, great sporting and outdoor activities, enchanting cultural diversity and a lively spirit. It is the home to an international airport, world birding center, symphony orchestra, performing arts center, twenty-five parks and year-round family-friendly events. It is driven by its Mission of consistently providing high quality services and quality of life to all who live, work and visit the City of McAllen and three core values: Integrity, Accountability, and Commitment. It is devoted to truth and honesty, providing courteous, open and responsible public service, and dedicated to responsiveness and excellence. About the Benefits: The City provides an excellent array of benefits including but not limited to retirement (2:1 matching), health/dental/vision insurance, paid vacation, sick and medical leave, funeral leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, life insurance and longevity pay.

Requirements

Employee must abide by and follow all safety rules and regulations
Employee has a high degree of contact with city personnel and the public which requires tack and diplomacy

Responsibilities

overseeing and conducting maintenance and minor mechanical repairs to various systems and equipment including Heating-Ventilation-Air Conditioning (HVAC), electrical, plumbing
performs janitorial and grounds maintenance of various Public Works buildings
supervises Sanitation Administration custodial personnel
solicits and monitors performance of outsourced service contract workers when needed