About This Position

Job Description:

Maintenance Worker Leader

Purpose:

Under general supervision, this position performs building maintenance services on City facilities and acts in a lead capacity over other Building Maintenance personnel.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Inspects buildings and equipment for needed repairs and maintenance. Repairs and replaces electric plugs and cords. Performs minor repairs to tables, chairs, desks, cabinets, etc. Performs semi-skilled carpentry work in the construction and repair of walls, ceilings, doors, etc. Installs and/or replace floor and ceramic tiles.

• Drives vehicles as needed.

• Moves furniture, file cabinets, equipment, etc using hand dollies.

• Performs basic service on pumps, air handlers, cooling towers, etc repack, change oil and filters, lubricate, etc.

• Operates drills, buffers, grinders, sanders, etc. Operates various power saws, i.e., radial arm, skill, etc. Operates acetylene cutting torch, welder, etc.

• Performs simple plumbing installations and repairs i.e., install and repair faucets, unclog drains, replace valves, etc.

• Paints varnishes, and/or seal walls, ceilings, floors, furniture, equipment, etc using brushes, rollers, air sprayers, etc.

• Hammers nails and stakes. Installs door closers, kick plates, locks, etc.

• Measures using tapes, transits, levels, etc.

• Reads profiles and blueprints.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

Train and lead employees. Supervise work unit in absence of supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of the equipment, methods, and materials used in repairing and maintaining facilities.

• Knowledge of Local ordinances and building codes.

• Knowledge of basic plumbing methods, and materials used in routine carpentry, equipment, methods, and materials used in moderate levels of construction.

• Knowledge of proper safety practices and procedures.

• Knowledge of the equipment, methods, and materials used in ground maintenance.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

• Skill in planning and organizing.

• Ability to operate power tools and mechanical equipment.

• Ability to read and understand simple blueprints.

• Ability to perform emergency and routine repairs and maintenance.

• Ability to lead and train others.

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with City employees and the public.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four (4) years of experience in building maintenance work including heating, cooling, electrical and plumbing systems.

• Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

Texas Class C Operator's License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in reading and working with electrical diagrams related to event utilities.

• Experience in setting and working with 120v -480v and up to 400-amp services.

• Experience problem solving maintenance related requests in a fast-paced environment, preferably in a large venue/convention center facility.

• Experience will carpentry installations and repairs.

• Experience with repairs to damaged equipment.

• Experience with HVAC equipment.

• Experience with facility/building plumbing services.

Notes to Candidate:

Salary Range: $27.77 - $33.95

Location: Palmer Events Center; Other locations as assigned.

Days and Hours: Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. Hours are subject to change based on operational/event needs.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:

The City of Austin employment application is an official document.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.  A detailed and complete employment application is required to evaluate your qualifications and determ