Skilled Trades Apprentice

City of Garland•Facilities Management, TX

7d•$20 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for general maintenance and repairs in all City buildings constructed and/or maintained by Facilities Management. This role involves maintaining and repairing all building systems and components, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and door hardware. The position also includes performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and assisting with various repair tasks. The apprentice will work with a computer/tablet for the preventative maintenance program and may be required to be on-call and work overtime.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent
Two years in commercial building maintenance or related field, i.e., mechanical trades, HVAC repair/maintenance, electrical repair/maintenance, plumbing repairs/maintenance or building inspections or public works inspections
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
General knowledge of needed tools and their proper usage
General knowledge of facilities maintenance
Skill to properly operate hand and power tools
Ability to use a computer and software
Ability to perform work without supervision
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing in English
Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with other City personnel and customers
Valid Class C Texas driver's license
Valid State-Required Minimum Automobile Liability Insurance (prior to employment)

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish and English
3+ years’ experience in commercial electrical or plumbing or HVAC (including chillers, generators, and fire sprinkler systems)
Ability to read and create construction schedules with Microsoft Project
Proficient in using Adobe Acrobat Pro software
Auto CAD software abilities

Responsibilities

Schedules and performs Preventative Maintenance Program
Maintains and repairs ALL building systems and components within the City of Garland, including but not limited to: installs/maintains keys, locks, punch code locks, panic hardware (electrical/mechanical), and all other door hardware; installs/maintains electrical systems, devices, controls, lights, lighting systems, etc.; maintains card access security system components (readers, panels, etc.); maintains roofing systems and components and works with contractors on repairs; installs/maintains plumbing systems, drains, water fountains, commodes, urinals, sinks, faucets
Test and maintain chemical treatments in cooling towers and chilled water systems
Troubleshoot/repair HVAC systems and all of their components with guidance from a Licensed Technician
Checks and maintains generators
General carpentry skills
Assists staff in hanging TVs, pictures, art, etc.
Repairs drywall, ceiling systems, flooring, furniture, signage, flagpoles, etc.
Informs Facilities Supervisor if a subcontractor is needed for repairs and/or service and gathers quotes
Ensure that the preventative maintenance program is completed by use of a computer and/or tablet
Available for rotating on-call and work overtime when requested
Performs other duties assigned