Building Maintenance Technician

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK:

Under general supervision, performs duties in the operation and maintenance of boilers, chillers, pumps, and peripheral building heating and cooling system equipment; performs general maintenance and repair of building systems, equipment, and fixtures and assists where work involves more advanced skills. Troubleshoot and repair of all types of equipment. Perform basic construction for interior and exterior building repairs or construction.

This is medium work requiring the exertion of 80 pounds of force occasionally, up to 40 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for reading and preparing written or computer reports, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, and operation of motor vehicles or equipment; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils.  Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:

• Performs general maintenance and repair of building systems, equipment, and fixtures

•  Operates boilers, chillers, and pumps; monitors gauges and the operation of equipment; logs gauge readings make adjustments as needed

• Tests boiler and cooler water for PH, dissolved oxygen, dissolved solids, etc.

• Cleans precision pump probe as needed and adds purifying or water softening chemicals as required and records water test results

• Maintains boilers; blows down and cleans boilers; periodically tears down boilers for inspection, greases forced fan motor, and performs related boiler maintenance functions

• Repair or replace valves and controls as needed

• Maintains air conditioning units, air handlers, and related cooling equipment; oils bearings, changes filters and belts; cleans and drains coils, greases motors, cleans spray nozzles, etc. 

• Troubleshoot and repair residential and light commercial HVAC systems including burner cleaning, AC system charging, compressor replacement, and motor replacement control replacement

• Maintains condensate and sump pumps; inspects for proper operation, greases and checks couplings; and troubleshoot pump or control problems and make repairs or replacements as needed

• Promptly reports breakdowns beyond the scope of capabilities to supervisor

• Performs the construction of partition walls, porches, decks and other structures

• Performs general electrical repairs including troubleshooting repair and replacement of lighting, outlets and switches

• Performs basic plumbing repairs including drain cleaning, sink repairs, toilet and flush valve repairs 

• Performs other duties as required or assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must have thorough knowledge of building system operation maintenance and repair; principles and practices of heating and cooling systems; electrical systems; plumbing systems; materials, tools, and procedures used in general maintenance and repair.  Requires ability to prepare requisite records and logs of equipment functioning and work activities; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, fellow workers, other City employees, and the general public.  Extensive and demonstrative knowledge of the use and application of MS Office Suite and electronic mail systems.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from high school or completion of GED, supplemented with course work in shop, the trades, or related area. Requires four years experience in the building maintenance field or an associated trade.  

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid Illinois Drivers License.

• Possession of an EPA 608 Universal Refrigerant Handling Certification

• Possession of an Aquatic Facility Operators Certification

• Possession of a Stationary Engineers License.