Building Maintenance Mechanic III

Full Job Description

This is highly skilled and lead work involving the maintenance and repair of city buildings and other facilities. Work is performed under the general supervision of a designated supervisor.

The employee is expected to give guidance and direction to less experienced or seasonal employees and may serve as a crew leader on special projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description

• Installs, maintains, and repairs a variety of heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment; calibrates and adjusts equipment and assures proper functioning.
• Performs rough and finished carpentry work, such as installing paneling, cabinets, drywall, flooring, framing, and shelves in public buildings and facilities.
• Repairs and replaces roofs, repairs and fabricates ventilation ducts, gutters, and spouts.
• Repairs and replaces doors, windows, walls, ceilings, floors and performs locksmith duties.
• Builds forms, pours and finishes concrete; repairs concrete structures; lays bricks and makes repairs to brick walls.
• Performs plumbing work; repairs faucets, commodes, water heaters and valves; maintains and repairs sprinkling systems and equipment related to swimming pools and splash pads.
• Prepares and paints walls, floors, ceilings; builds shelves, bulletin boards, display cases and the like; repairs desks, tables, chairs, other furniture, and machinery.
• Operates a variety of standard power tools and equipment in grounds and building maintenance and repair activities on a regular basis.
• Performs preventive maintenance on buildings, appliances, plumbing and electrical fixtures.
• Maintains records and logs, as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Training and Experience

• High School diploma (or GED equivalent)

--AND--

• Five (5) years of experience in a variety of trades or construction work.

--OR--

• Any combination of equivalent training and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Michigan driver’s license
• Experience or Licensure in Heating Service and Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Servicing

Additional Information

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1
• 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
• Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
• Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid parking (if applicable)
• Employee Home Ownership Incentive
• Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
• Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
• Employee Discounts and Perks

Should an applicant need any disability related accommodation or other consideration in the application or selection process, please notify the human resources department upon submittal of application

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Please Note:
This position is subject to the provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement and all relevant civil service rules. For additional information, links to union agreement and Civil Service Rules are provided below.

Collective Bargaining Agreements

Civil Service Rules