Job Information
City of Bethel Facility Maintenance Technician in Bethel, Alaska
Position Objectives:
Performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, security and structural systems and elements of City buildings and facilities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive.Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.
- Performs skilled and semi-skilled craft work in the installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical, HVAC, electrical, security, and related facility systems and components. Inspects boilers, HVAC equipment, generators, pumps, motors and similar mechanical/electrical equipment on a regular basis; troubleshoots problems and repairs as required.
- Tests air conditioning and heating systems; recharges refrigeration systems.
- Performs rough and finish carpentry work.
- Inspects and maintains electronic information, communication and control systems; ensures that sensors, controllers and transmitters are in proper working condition.
- Maintains and services a variety of test equipment and hand and power tools; keeps small inventory of frequently used supplies and hardware.
- Ensures that proper safety precautions are followed.
- Operates a variety of City vehicles and power equipment; transports materials and assistants as required.
- Ensures scheduled preventative maintenance is performed on building systems.
- Secures equipment upon completion of the work.
- Maintains basic logs and records related to work performed; may use a mobile device to lookup or input data related to the work.
- Responds to emergencies on a 24-hour basis as assigned.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
- Promotes and supports the overall mission of the City by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
Minimum Requirements:
- Principles, methods and materials used in a variety of mechanical, electro-mechanical and electrical installation, maintenance and repair work.
- Operation and maintenance of a variety of hand, power and shop tools used in a variety of trade areas.
- Shop mathematics.
- Basic practices and equipment of the plumbing, carpentry, HVAC trades.
- Capabilities, operational characteristics, adjustment and preventive maintenance of a variety of building systems.
- Safety principles, practices and equipment related to the work.
- Basic record keeping practices.
- Basic IT systems and mobile device applications.
- Materials, methods, and equipment used in road construction, maintenance and repair in specific areas of assignment.
- Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Required Skills:
- Valid Alaska Drivers License
- Performing skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair of a variety of mechanical, electrical, HVAC and other facility operating systems.
- Operating and maintaining specialized tools and equipment of a variety of mechanical, electrical and facilities maintenance trades.
- Measuring and calculating angles, lengths and volumes.
- Designing, laying out and preparing sketches for varied construction and maintenance jobs.
- Estimating necessary materials and equipment to complete assignments.
- Reading and interpreting manuals, specifications, drawings and blueprints. Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
- Recognizing potentially hazardous situations on the job site and taking appropriate action.
- Safely using and maintaining and and power tools related to the work.
- Maintaining accurate records of work performed.
- Working without close supervision in standard work situations.
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Desirable Training and Experience:
High School diploma/GED; AND three (3) years of experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of building operating systems and facilities; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.