Facilities Engineering Technician

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE:

Responsible for performing skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and structural systems and elements of buildings and facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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.

• Estimates materials, tools and equipment needed for work assignments; orders and picks up materials and supplies from outside vendors as appropriate; prepares cost estimates for job.
• Performs skilled and semi-skilled craft work in the installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical, HVAC, electrical, and related facility systems and components.
• Inspects HVAC equipment, generators, pumps, motors and similar mechanical/electrical equipment on a regular basis; troubleshoots problems and repairs as required.
• Repairs and installs doors and door hardware; changes and keys locks; performs rough and finish carpentry work.
• Maintains and services a variety of test equipment and hand and power tools; keeps small inventory of frequently used supplies and hardware.
• Maintains records of work performed and materials used.
• May set up meeting rooms and rearrange furniture.
• Maintains inventory of keys for buildings and vehicles.
• Repairs concrete and asphalt infrastructure.
• Maintains and operates vehicles; maintains service/use records.
• Observes safe work methods and uses safety equipment; secures worksites from safety hazards as necessary.
• 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.
• Represents the organization with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma/GED; AND one (1) year of one (1) year of horticultural or landscape maintenance experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.
• Shop mathematics.
• Basic record keeping practices.
• 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.
• Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.
• Basic practices and equipment of the carpentry, HVAC, painting and plumbing trades.
• Basic job estimation and supervisory principles and practices.
• Techniques for working with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Skill in:

• 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.
• Safely using and maintaining hand and power tools related to the work.
• Maintaining accurate records of work performed.
• Reading and interpreting manuals, specifications, drawings and blueprints.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Nevada drivers license.
• Fork lift operator certification.
• OSHA 10 card.
• CPR and first aid certification within six (6) months of date of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mobility to work in typical maintenance setting and use standard construction and maintenance equipment and tools; stamina to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.

Work is subject to performance under exposure to adverse environmental conditions, hazardous chemicals, fumes, dust, gasses electrical currents and confined spaces.