Trades Maintenance Specialist I - Building Maintenance - Downtown

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

1d•$21 - $29

About The Position

The Trades Maintenance Specialist I leads, participates, or operates independently providing journey-level maintenance, repair, diagnosis, trouble-shooting, construction, fabrication and preventive maintenance. This position requires technical skills, experience and knowledge in the area of specialization and is accountable for activities, ensuring services or products comply with written procedures, engineering drawings, specifications, contracts, industry standards and statutory codes and requirements.

Requirements

Two years of journey-level experience in building maintenance, plumbing, HVAC, or electrical
Two years of experience with Pima County in a Trades Maintenance Apprentice or closely-related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment
Valid driver license is at time of application
Valid AZ driver license is at time of appointment

Nice To Haves

Minimum three (3) years experience in general building maintenance: Repairing or replacing commercial/institutional-grade plumbing, electrical, and HVAC equipment and fixtures.
Troubleshooting various building hardware and specialty equipment.
Evaporative cooling tower maintenance.
Utilizing power tools and drain cleaning equipment.
Knowledge of PPE and safety protocols.
Participating in aggressive preventative maintenance programs.
Experience with/knowledge of repairing or replacing commercial/institutional-grade plumbing fixtures to include faucets, sinks, water closets, flushometers, urinals and waterless units.
Reading and interpreting rough drawings and mechanical blueprints.
Experience with/knowledge of troubleshooting and repairing air handling equipment: bearings, shafts, fans, pulleys, dampers, belts, chilled and hot water coils.
Experience performing filter changes, lubricate, inspect, and document HVAC and chilled water equipment.
Experience calibrating or replacing pneumatic and low voltage thermostats.
Experience servicing and repairing commercial lighting fixtures, light controls, switches, and receptacles.
Experience troubleshooting electrical motors and motor control centers.
Experience replacing a variety of electrical motors and associated components.
Experience with lock out tag out compliance procedures and understand electrical schematics.
Experience using and understanding voltage and amperage meters.

Responsibilities

Performs skilled analysis, repair, and maintenance of equipment, systems, and vehicles
Leads fabrication and modifications of equipment, systems, and facilities based on verbal instructions, sketches, or technical drawings
Inspects, services, and maintains tools, equipment, and vehicles
Conducts quality-control analysis on equipment and systems, implementing necessary corrective actions for optimal performance
Inspects, approves, or certifies the work of others, if certified or authorized
Maintains detailed records of activity, operations, service, and usage for equipment, vehicles, and systems
Prepares oral and written activity reports and estimates for complex operations, maintenance, and special projects
Prepares sketches and drawings to communicate work plans to supervisors, subordinates, and contractors
Coordinates activities with other units, agencies, or contractors to ensure efficient resource use and minimize disruptions
Monitors contractor performance, including goods and services provided
Conducts on-the-job training for employees in the assigned work-unit
Manages the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials in compliance with safety protocols
Maintains security and accountability for all tools, equipment, and materials, especially in sensitive environments (e.g., medical, law enforcement, correctional settings)
Ensures the use of safety and personal protective equipment and implements work-site traffic control procedures
Oversees the maintenance and care of turf grasses, trees, and ornamental shrubs, including pest control, fertilization, and addressing plant health issues