Trades Maintenance Specialist I - Kino Substation

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

3d•$21 - $29

About The Position

The Trades Maintenance Specialist I leads, participates, or operates independently providing journey-level maintenance, repair, diagnosis, troubleshooting, 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

Five years of journey-level experience in building maintenance, plumbing, HVAC, or electrical.
Two years of experience with Pima County in a Trades Maintenance Technician or closely-related position as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment.
Valid driver license is required at time of application.
Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination.
Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
The ability to obtain a jail pass is required.
The County requires pre-employment background checks.
Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.
A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.
Some positions may require satisfactory completion of a personal background investigation by the court or law enforcement agencies, due to the need for access to County Attorney and Court facilities, records, and communication systems.
Some positions carry the risk of exposure to infectious diseases, blood-borne pathogens, asbestos or wastewater products, therefore special medical screening prior to or during employment may be necessary to assure employee health and safety.
A post-job-offer physical is required.

Nice To Haves

Minimum three (3) years experience in general building maintenance: Repairing or replacing commercial/institutional-grade plumbing fixtures including faucets, sinks, water closets, flushometers, urinals, and waterless units, evaporative cooling tower maintenance.
Utilizing mechanical and power drain augers.
Reading and interpreting rough drawings and mechanical blueprints.
Participating in aggressive preventative maintenance programs.
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, lubricating, inspecting, and documenting 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 understanding electrical schematics.
Experience using and understanding voltage meters and amp probes.

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