Building Maintenance Mechanic I

Salary: $19.90 Hourly
Location : TX 78205, TX
Job Type: 4A Full-Time
Job Number: 2024-01057
Department: Library
Opening Date: 03/19/2024
Closing Date: 4/2/2024 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Summary
Under general supervision, is responsible for cleaning and setting up for events. Repairs, installs, and maintains building fixtures and mechanical equipment. Exercises no supervision.
Work Location
Central Library and 27 other branch library locations
Work Hours
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. Shifts are subject to change to accommodate seasonal adjustments, evening coverage, weekends, and holiday based on department needs.
Essential Job Functions

• Repairs pipelines and patches leaks in hot water and steam lines; repairs leaking valves on faucets; and addresses stopped-up sinks, lavatories, and sewer lines.
• Performs carpentry work such as preparing simple concrete forms, assisting in repairing and replacing screens and doors, building benches, and assisting in rough and finish carpentry work, frequently lifting and carrying equipment or work materials 30 pounds.
• Utilizes hand and power tools to prepare, paint, and repair park benches, picnic tables, swimming pools, and other park facilities.
• Repairs broken seats and chairs. Erects or repairs wood or metal signs. Cleans floors and building fixtures.
• Performs basic electrical repairs and replaces light switches, bulbs, and ballasts.
• Finishes cement curbs, gutters, and retaining walls; patches breaks in cement work and replaces floor or ceiling tiles.
• Assists skilled craftsmen in installation, maintenance, and repair of the fire alarm and traffic signal system and climbs poles to install and repair overhead cables.
• Performs preventive maintenance for air-conditioning units.
• Changes filters and lubricates and replaces belts.
• Keeps basic records and prepares basic reports.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Two (2) years of general experience in building and mechanical maintenance and repair.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.
• May require CPR certification within one (1) year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on repairs in different trades. (Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, etc.)
• Experience with ticket systems or software applications.

Applicant Information

• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, masonry, painting, and electrical work.
• Knowledge of proper paint and varnish application techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of safe work practices, procedures, and techniques.
• Knowledge of basic electrical wiring and repairs including light switches, bulbs, and ballasts.
• Knowledge of mechanical preventive maintenance techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of basic carpet and tile installation and repair procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials used in building and mechanical maintenance and repair.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance procedures on various building equipment such as air conditioners and light fixtures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to perform basic electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general Building Maintenance and repair procedures.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are primarily inside with occasional work outdoors with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, dust, dirt, grease, and noise.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.
For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.
If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.
01
Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02
Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03
Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04
What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

05
How many years of general experience in building and mechanical maintenance and repair do you have?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
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• 11 years
• 12 years
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• 14 years
• 15 years +

06
Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

07
How many years of experience do you have in the carpentry trade?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

08
How many years of experience do you have in the electrical trade?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
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• 4 years
• 5 years +

09
How many years of experience do you have in the plumbing trade?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

10
How many years of experience do you have in the HVAC trade?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
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• 5 years +

11
Select any of the Microsoft Office applications that you have extensive experience with.

• Word
• Excel
• Access
• Power Point
• Publisher
• Visio
• Outlook
• None of the above

12
Select any of the following items you have at least two (2) years of experience with:

• Repairing gas line fittings
• Repairing pipelines
• Patching leaks in sewer lines
• Painting
• Repairing roofs
• Working with Fire Systems
• Development cost estimates for work
• None of the above

13
Describe a time when you had to meet scheduled deadlines and your work was being continually disrupted? What caused you the most difficulty, and why? How did you handle it?
14
I understand that this position is considered to be a primary driving position and I will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as defined in AD 4.3, Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing and AD 4.8, Driver Safety Program. I further understand that the City of San Antonio has a zero-tolerance policy for which termination of employment will result for positive drug or alcohol test results.

• I agree
• I disagree

15
I understand I may require CPR certification within one (1) year of employment.

• I understand

Required Question