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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the general supervision of the Facilities Supervisor and Facilities Division Manager to perform a variety of skilled tasks related to the maintenance, repair, and improvement of buildings, equipment, and grounds. This role ensures that all facilities are safe, functional, and well-maintained to support daily operations and long-term sustainability.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Facilities Maintenance Technician I
This position exercises no supervision.
Facilities Maintenance Technician II/III/SR
This position may function as lead over lower levels.
IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, etc.).
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing issues, and other building maintenance related issues.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and work orders.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections.
Assist with facility upgrades, renovations, and special projects.
Support emergency response efforts, including snow removal, storm cleanup, and urgent repairs.
Operate a personal or city vehicle.
OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES
Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Safe chemical handling practices.
Methods, materials, practices, equipment, and facilities.
State and Federal regulations.
Workplace occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
Safe driving principles and skills.
Skill to:
Operate and maintain various laboratory equipment and systems.
Operate basic computer equipment.
Operate and use bucket trucks and other styles of lifts to 100'.
Safely operate a motor vehicle.
Safely use ladders up to 40'.
Operate and maintain tools, equipment, and machinery safely and effectively.
Safely work in hazardous conditions and around all electrical voltages with minimal.
Ability to:
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Read, write, and understand the English language and follow written and oral instructions.
Physically perform duties related to facilities maintenance.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values - Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division's mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
Experience and Training Guidelines:
For positions with more than one level, all listed requirements at the lower levels are required at the higher levels. Any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying. Knowledge, skills, and abilities may be obtained through:
Facilities Maintenance Technician I
Experience:
One (1) year of experience in technical trade (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Building Maintenance, or Building Automation) is required.
Education/Training:
High school diploma or GED is required.
License or Certificate:
A valid Texas driver's license, the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment or a military waiver is required.
Facilities Maintenance Technician II
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience in one or more technical trade (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Building Maintenance, or Building Automation) is required.
License or Certificate:
Possession of an Apprentice Electrician, Registered HVAC technician license, or TSBPE Apprentice plumbing license through TDLR is required.
Facilities Maintenance Technician III
Experience:
Four (4) years of experience in one or more technical trade (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Building Maintenance, or Building Automation) is required.
License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid TDLR Certified HVAC Technician license with a EAP universal license; a building automation certification approved by the City; or another license or certification in a building maintenance trade that has been preapproved by the Director (e.g., fire alarm, backflow, locksmithing, pool certification, or an approved equivalent) is required.
Facilities Maintenance Technician Senior
Experience:
Five (5) years of experience in one or more technical trade (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Building Maintenance, or Building Automation) is required.
License or Certificate:
Possession of one (1) of the following license; a Journeyman or Masters electrical license through TDLR, Class "A" or "B" HVAC contractor's license through TDLR, Master or Journeyman Plumbing through TSBPE, Locksmith license through DPS, or a universal EPA and can pass a City of Abilene assessment test and approved by the Director of Parks & Recreation is required.
Special Requirements:
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Work evenings, nights, and weekends.
On-call rotation availability for emergencies is required and must be able to respond within thirty (30) minutes.
With or without accommodation, the "X" indicates the overall strength demand of the position during a typical workday:
___ Sedentary - lifting of no more than 10 pounds
___ Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carrying up to 10 pounds
___ Medium - lifting no more than 50 pounds; carrying up to 25 pounds
X Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds; carrying up to 50 pounds
___ Very Heavy - team lifting over 100 pounds; carrying more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes whether or not the position is expected to exert the physical demands listed during a typical workday as well as the overall frequency of the task:
Codes for how often:
N = No
E = Extensive (100 - 70% of the time)
M = Moderate (60 - 30% of the time)
I = Infrequent (20 - 10% of the time)
A = Almost Never (<10% of the time)
Code / Task
_E__ Standing
_M__ Sitting
_M__ Walking
_M__ Lifting
_M__ Carrying
_M__ Pushing/Pulling
_M__ Overhead Work
_M__ Fine Dexterity
_M__ Kneeling
_M__ Crouching
_M__ Crawling
_M__ Bending
_M__ Twisting
_M__ Climbing
_M__ Balancing
_M__ Vision
_M__ Hearing
_M__ Talking
___ Other: