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Facilities Maintenance Technician

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Facilities Maintenance Technician

The City of Waco is seeking a skilled and dependable Facilities Maintenance Technician to join our team and support the upkeep and operation of our facilities. Minimum Qualifications: H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent and 4 years' experience in a variety of skilled trades work required. Valid Texas Driver's License required. Must pass a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check required Position Description: Under general supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled building trades work in the repair and maintenance of City buildings and grounds, including basic plumbing and electrical, carpentry, irrigation, welding, and security systems; performs work in compliance with quality and safety standards. Essential Functions: Performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled building trades work in the maintenance, adjustment, installation, replacement and repair of equipment and components in buildings, grounds and facilities; works independently and makes appropriate decisions based on work experience and training; duties may vary according to job assignment and individual skills. Inspects buildings and grounds, identifies deficiencies; performs maintenance, repairs and component replacement on mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and equipment; performs work within scope of authority and training and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures. Reviews maintenance and repair requests; diagnoses and corrects building maintenance problems using knowledge of a variety of building trades skills; troubleshoots, identifies and resolves malfunctions and defects; inspects completed work for conformance to building quality and safety standards. Monitors work sites to verify that the work zone and all equipment are in safe operating condition; verifies maintenance and repair issues are properly identified, addressed and resolved. Operates a variety of specialized vehicles and equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures. Checks facilities and grounds for unsafe conditions; clears hazards and dangerous areas; reports safety conditions, security issues and illegal activities; reports problems and emergency situations. Notifies supervisor of complex problems beyond the scope of authority and abilities of the Technician; assists licensed Technicians with special projects as assigned. Cross-trains in a variety of work methods and the use of maintenance of equipment and tools. May be required to respond afterhours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency. Must be able to participate in the after-hours facilities on-call rotation. Performs other related duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff, maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information. Lives the City of Waco Values: equity & inclusion, excellence & innovation, integrity, people, and teamwork.