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City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

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Maintenance Worker III
FLSA: Standard/Non-Exempt EEO Category: (80) Serv/Maint
Class Code: 15240 Salary Grade: XE9
Approved: October 24, 1997 Last Revised: September 11, 2017

Purpose:
  Under general supervision, perform building maintenance and plant maintenance tasks
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
  Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
  1. Inspects buildings and equipment for needed repairs and maintenance.
  2. Repairs and maintains heating and cooling systems as required. Installs or replaces floors and ceramic tiles. Repairs or replaces electric plugs and cords.
  3. Drives vehicles as needed.
  4. Performs service on pumps, air handlers, cooling towers, etc.
  5. Repacks, changes oil/filters, lubricates, etc.
  6. Operates drills, buffers, grinders, sanders, and various power saws, i.e. radial arm, skill, etc.
  7. Operates acetylene cutting torch, welder, etc.
  8. Performs basic plumbing installations/repairs i.e. install and repair faucets, unclog drains, replace valves, etc.
  9. Performs semi-skilled carpentry work in the construction and repair of walls, ceilings, etc.
  10. Operates forklift.
  11. Reads profiles/blueprints.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
  None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
  • Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in routine painting, basic plumbing, and moderate levels of construction.
  • Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in routine carpentry.
  • Knowledge of basic electricity and plumbing.
  • Knowledge of basic heating and cooling system operations.
  • Knowledge of proper safety practices and procedures.
  • Knowledge of the equipment, methods, and materials used in ground maintenance.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  • Skill in planning and organizing.
  • Ability to operate power tools and mechanical equipment..
  • Ability to read blueprints.
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
Minimum Qualifications:
  Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of building maintenance and construction work, including heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing systems.

Relevant work experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
  Texas Class "C" Operator's License.
Physical Requirements:
  Moderate. Tasks involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying, or using a force equal to lifting up to fifty (50) pounds

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.