0000007389.Building Mechanic.Facilities

Dallas County • Dallas, TX

3d

About The Position

Maintains equipment, hardware and building systems, and performs general maintenance duties County-wide or at independent facilities. Works under limited supervision.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited high school/GED Program.
• One (1) year of work related experience (per Facilities hiring/promotion matrix).
• Special Note: One (1) year of work related experience can substitute for one (1) year of formal training or any combination of the two.
• Must have a valid Texas Drivers License, good driving record, maintain a good driving record and remain in compliance with Article II, Subdivision II of Chapter 90 of the Dallas County Code.
• Must pass a security clearance check.
• Position may be required to work rotating shifts and days.
• Requires the ability to climb ladders and lift weights in excess of 50 lbs. assisted.
• Ability to withstand prolonged sitting, standing, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, stretching, lifting and climbing ladders.
• Must be able to work in varying conditions, surroundings and weather conditions.
• May be subject to changes in shift schedules and work locations.
• An employee may be transferred to another department, shift, location, or facility based on the needs of the Department.
• Working in a 24-hour facility may make the employee subject to working mandatory overtime or remaining on duty and working all, or a part of, an additional shift (“double shift”).
• The incumbent is / may be considered to be ‘essential personnel’ subject to being held over or called back to a work location or alternate site at all times. When required, you will be notified by your supervisor.
• Must be at least 21 years of age (for applicable positions) and must pass all portions (physical/written) of the Juvenile Academy to continue employment or all standards related to PREA and Ethics for specific positions.

Responsibilities

• Maintains building HVAC and building automation systems, including air conditioning, heating, plumbing, minor electrical and lighting.
• Assists plumbers, electricians or other personnel.
• Prepares and maintains logs and records of equipment operations, building automation systems and system repairs.
• Samples and tests boilers and cooling towers and prepares reports.
• Reviews pass down reports of equipment, tools and preventive maintenance checklists.
• May act as a lead person on assignments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED