Senior Facility/Building Maintenance Technician

The City of Hanford is looking to fill one (1) vacancy in the Public Works Department - Building Maintenance Division. This position is an advanced journey level in the Facilities Maintenance Technician series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing the duties, and by the nature of the public contact made. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series, including providing technical and functional supervision over assigned personnel and performing inspection of maintenance and repair work in progress. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction and supervision from the Building Superintendent and Public Works Director and provides lead supervision of the Facilities Maintenance staff.Participate in evaluating the activities of staff by prioritizing work orders, recommending improvements, and modifications. Develop schedules and methods to accomplish assignments, ensuring the work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.

Inspect and diagnose, operate, repair, install and perform major overhauls to heating, ventilation, air conditioning and equipment, including but not limited to boilers, chillers, air handlers, air purifiers and scrubbers, cooling towers, heat exchangers, mixing boxes, furnaces, water heaters, pumps, valves, piping, ducting, control and chemical treatment systems and similar equipment.

May be assigned to coordinate and inspect the work of others.

Provide and coordinate staff training; work with the Building Superintendent to correct deficiencies.

Participate in custodial work, including buffing, stripping, or waxing of floors; cleaning carpets; performing room set up for meetings; and cleaning roof drains on occasion when needed.

Perform skilled maintenance and preventative maintenance on City facilities and equipment.

Assist in coordinating and implementing HVAC and other capital preventative maintenance programs with the Building Superintendent.

Perform repairs including toilet flushing mechanisms, sink plumbing, cabinetry, damaged walls and building exteriors, exhaust fans, doors and door hardware, desks and desk hardware, minor roof repairs, custodial equipment, and other items as needed.

Install, assemble, and/or remove equipment and other items, such as restroom dispensers, toilets and other fixtures, seasonal decorations, bulletin boards, pictures, non-skid tape on stairs, furniture, and other items as needed.

Open or lock facilities and make keys when requested; move furniture, equipment, and related items.

Paint over graffiti and paint other items as needed; clean awnings and perform pigeon control measures.

Replace light bulbs and fixtures, ceiling tiles, door closers, drinking fountain and ice machine filters, locks, signage, electrical outlets and switches, and related items as needed.

Perform boiler maintenance; maintain fire extinguishers, including recharging; recoat hardwood floors.

Perform moderately complex remodeling projects as assigned.

Prepare paperwork and maintain records related to assigned tasks as requested.

Assist with the department needs during budget development.

Assist in handling complaints and recommend corrective action to the Building Superintendent.

Perform routine maintenance work in the care of tools and supplies.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.

Foster an environment that embraces diversity, integrity, trust, and respect.

Be an integral team player, which involves flexibility, cooperation, and communication.

Execute related tasks as assigned.

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of technical and functional supervision and training.

Theory and operation of major types of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and equipment.

Standard tools, methods, practices, materials, and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of air conditioning and equipment.

Practices and techniques of preventative maintenance and installations, replacements, repairs, remodeling, and the assembly of a wide variety of equipment and materials.

Plumbing and electrical fixture troubleshooting, installation, and repairs.

Occupational hazards, safe work environments and standard safety practices.

Pertinent federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances.

Basic mathematical principles.

Ability to:

Effectively operate, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and equipment.

Prepare and present clear and concise oral and written reports.

Provide technical and functional supervision over assigned staff; effectively train staff.

Follow oral and written instructions and work plans from specifications.

Maintain detailed repair and maintenance records.

Ability to operate various computer systems and programs.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, the public, and vendors.

Operate motorized vehicles as well as job-related equipment.

Operate and maintain a variety of hand and power tools.

Read and understand schematic diagrams and manuals.

Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.

Perform heavy manual labor.

Experience and Education

Any combination of experience, training, and education which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Experience:

Completion of state recognized accredited air conditioning/refrigeration mechanic apprenticeship program and one year of journey level experience maintaining and repairing commercial and/or industrial refrigeration, heating and related equipment, or a combination of education and/or additional work experience in this trade will be substituted for the apprenticeship program on a year-to-year basis.

Education:

Equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade.

License and Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California drivers license.

Ability to obtain a forklift certification within the first year of employment.

Possession of an EPA Universal HVAC certification within the first year of employment.

The application screening will involve a competitive evaluation of relevant education, training, and work experience, followed by a written examination and/or an interview before an Oral Board to identify the most qualified candidates. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee applicants an interview, and the screening committee's decision is final . Candidates deemed eligible for appointment to the position will be placed on the Citys Certified Eligibility List. Applicants will receive written notification regarding the results of all phases of the recruitment process leading up to the establishment of the Eligibility List, if applicable.