Skilled Trades Apprentice

Responsible for general maintenance and repairs in all City buildings constructed and/or maintained by Facilities Management.
 

Pay Range: $20 - $23/hour (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• 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

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:      

• 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

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:           

• 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

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Class C Texas driver's license

• Valid State-Required Minimum Automobile Liability Insurance (prior to employment)