City of Garland

Municipal government providing services and opportunities

Skilled Trades Journeyman

Building & Property MaintenanceUpdated on Nov 14

Full-timeGarland, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
An Electrical Journeyman License and four years of additional verifiable experience, or HVAC Technician qualifications and four years of verifiable experience, or a Plumbing Journeyman License and four years of verifiable experience, or completion of all Level II training courses and exams plus four years of verifiable general building maintenance experience is required; an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions is acceptable.
A valid Class C Texas driver's license is required.
Knowledge of tools and their proper usage, facilities maintenance, and operating hand and power tools is required.
The ability to use a computer and software, perform work without supervision, communicate effectively in spoken and written English, and maintain working relationships with City personnel and customers is required.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain commercial HVAC systems or perform construction inspections and oversight in City buildings maintained by Facilities Management.
Maintain and repair building systems and components, including commercial HVAC, roofing, generators, electrical and lighting systems, door hardware, card-access security components, plumbing, drywall, ceilings, flooring, furniture, signage, and general carpentry.
Schedule and perform preventive maintenance, using a computer or tablet to ensure the program is completed.
Test and maintain chemical treatments in cooling towers and chilled-water systems.
Assist with compiling data for the computerized work-order system and coordinate maintenance contracts as assigned.
Assist with gathering quotes for the annual budget and inform the Facilities Supervisor when subcontractor repairs or service are needed; gather quotes as required.
Attend major design or construction meetings and ensure work complies with City, State, and County codes.
Assist staff with hanging televisions, pictures, and art.
Train and assist other technicians as needed.
Be available for rotating on-call duty and overtime when requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

A Texas Class A HVAC, Master Electrical, or Master Plumbing License is preferred.
Bilingual ability in Spanish and English is preferred.
Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat Pro is preferred.
Ability to use AutoCAD software is preferred.

Summary

Responsible for performing troubleshooting and repair efforts on commercial grade heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems or construction inspections and oversight in all City buildings constructed and/or maintained by Facilities Management.

Pay Range: (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Maintains and repairs ALL building systems and components within the City of Garland, including but not limited to:
- Repair/replace/inspect Commercial HVAC systems
- Schedules and performs Preventative Maintenance Program
- Maintains roofing systems and components and works with contractors on repairs
- Ensure that the preventative maintenance program is completed by use of a computer and/or tablet
- Test and maintain chemical treatments in cooling towers and chilled water systems
- Assist in compiling data for the computerized work order system
- Coordinate maintenance contracts as assigned
- Assist in gathering quotes for the annual budget
- Attend major design and/or construction meetings
- Ensure all work is compliant with City, State, and County codes
- Informs Facilities Supervisor if a subcontractor is needed for repairs and/or service and gathers quotes
- Checks and maintains generators
- Installs/maintains keys, locks, punch code locks, panic hardware (electrical/mechanical), and all other door hardware
- Installs/maintains electrical systems, devices, controls, lights, lighting systems, etc.
- Maintains card access security system components (readers, panels, etc.)
- Installs/maintains plumbing systems, drains, water fountains, commodes, urinals, sinks, faucets
- Assists staff in hanging TVs, pictures, art, etc.
- Repairs drywall, ceiling systems, flooring, furniture, signage, flagpoles, etc.
- General carpentry
Trains and assists other technicians as needed
Available for rotating on-call and work overtime when requested
Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED equivalent
Electrical Journeyman License and four (4) years of additional verifiable experience OR
HVAC Technician and four (4) years of verifiable experience OR
Plumbing Journeyman License and four (4) years of verifiable experience OR
Completion of all Level II courses in the training system, a passing score on the exam(s), and four (4) years of verifiable general building maintenance experience
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

Texas Class A HVAC, Master Electrical or Master Plumbing License
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Proficient in using Adobe Acrobat Pro software
Auto CAD software abilities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

General knowledge of needed tools and their proper usage
General knowledge of facilities maintenance
Skill to properly operate hand and power tools
Ability to use a computer and software
Ability to perform work without supervision
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing in English
Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with other City personnel and customers

Licenses and Certifications

Valid Class C Texas driver's license

About the Company

City of Garland

Municipal government providing services and opportunities

Garland is a city government that serves residents and businesses by providing a high quality of life, strong education and workforce development opportunities, and a network of community leadership and partners. Its offerings work through city programs, infrastructure, public services, and collaboration with local partners to support economic development and community well-being. The city differentiates itself with an affordable, business-friendly climate and a history of active leadership and partnerships that help attract and sustain jobs and opportunities. Garland’s goal is to be a thriving, well-connected metropolitan area where people can build careers, friendships, and families.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Garland, TX
Founded: 1891

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