Summary
WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. In 2014, our community was named “The #1 Best Place to Live in America.” Although proud of that honor, everyone on our team is committed to making McKinney an even better place to live, work and raise a family. That’s why we exist.
OUR CORE VALUES City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values - Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization (HPO).
SUMMARY OF POSITION Under general supervision, the Facilities Maintenance Mechanic II is responsible for performing general maintenance and repair of assigned City owned or leased buildings and facilities. This is a journey-level classification in the Facilities Maintenance Mechanical series that follows diversified procedures and implements processes to accomplish end results, within guidelines. Immediate supervision is available upon request. This class is distinguished from Facilities Maintenance Mechanic Senior in that the latter is a higher-level class in the series that performs complex technical, investigative, and supervisory duties requiring a higher level of knowledge and skill.
Essential Functions/Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees.
- Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
- Contribute to a positive work culture.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.
- Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization.
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
- Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Performs general maintenance and repair of assigned facilities, including plumbing repair and installation, carpentry, minor electrical repair and maintenance, minor repair and maintenance of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, furniture repair, painting, appliance repair and installation and locksmith.
- Provides assistance to the electrician or HVAC technician with required installation, maintenance or repair of equipment.
- Completes general construction and remodeling work.
- Inspects construction work.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance services at City facilities.
- Maintain records of work activities and supplies, parts and materials used.
- May assist in obtaining bids and entering information into computer system.
- Diagnose defective operations and excessive wear of mechanical equipment.
- Identify abnormal readings or trends in data collected from gauges, meters, dials, and instruments.
- Apply standard knowledge of various building trades, identify potential safety hazards & recommend solutions.
When assigned to Parking Lot - Paint parking striping and maintain clear delineation of parking spaces. Paint fire lanes, handicap decals, and other required markings.
- Keep the parking lots and surrounding areas clean and free of debris through regular trash pickup.
- Perform grass and weed care in grassy area adjacent to parking lots.
- Maintain parking lot pole lighting, including changing ballasts, replacing bulbs, and painting poles.
- Address lighting issues promptly, sometimes requiring the replacement of the entire pole or fixture.
- Handle wall mount building lighting maintenance as needed.
- Safely operate scissor lift and reach lift to perform duties in elevated areas.
- Ensure proper functionality and aesthetic appeal by regularly maintaining bollards and wheel stops.
- Regularly inspect, maintain, and clean areas in and around dumpster enclosures.
- Ensure electric car chargers are in working condition and address any malfunctions.
- Fill in potholes and repair damaged areas of the parking lots.
- Oversee and manage contract work, acquiring quotes, and ensure quality work within budget constraints.
- Collaborate with city purchasing and finance department for procurement and contract-related activities.
- Keep track of work orders including labor equipment and material within Cityworks.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: - Will be required to work on-call.
- Perform other duties as assigned or directed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS - Ability to embrace and embody the City’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
- Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.
- Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
- Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.
- Requires technical education, certifications, licenses, previous job experience to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision i.e. electrical maintenance, HVAC repairs, appliance repairs, etc.
- Requires the ability provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations.
- Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
- Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of descriptive data and information, such as electrical diagrams, work orders, policy manuals, and equipment instructions.
- Requires ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form. Involves semi-routine standardized work with some latitude for independent judgment concerning choices of action.
- Requires the ability to exercise the judgment required in situations characterized by repetitive or short cycle operations covered by set procedures or sequences.
- Requires the ability to perform coordinated movements involving placing and turning motions, such as operating a tractor, drill press, handheld radio, table saw, and computer terminal.
- Basic knowledge of data entry, MS word, & MS excel, the ability to learn the current Work Order System (Cityworks) and the ability to learn the Tracer Summit HVAC Control System.
- Knowledge of routine construction, maintenance, and repair methods; painting methods and materials.
- Knowledge of electrical codes applicable to the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical circuits and wiring systems.
- Routine maintenance and repair methods of heating ventilation and air conditioning systems.
- Completing preventive and minor maintenance and repair on buildings and equipment.
- Ability to work in a stressful environment.
- Build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.
- Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
Required Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute for the below specified education and experience requirements.
High school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by two (2) years of experience in general maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Must have Class C Texas Driver’s License.
- Must pass a drug screen and background check.
- Periodic CJIS background check.
- Must possess CFC Reclamation and Recycling License Type I and II, and Mobile air conditioning, or ability to obtain within six (6) months from hire date.
- May require additional technical education, certification and license upon appointment.
Physical Demands/Supplemental
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds). Some tasks require visual and odor perception and discrimination.
WORK ENVIRONMENT Tasks may risk exposure to extreme cold/heat or extreme weather conditions, strong odors or smoke, dust or pollen, and toxic chemicals.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
The City offers a full complement of benefits:
Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Medical and Childcare Account (FSA)
- Mental Health Care and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- City-paid and VoluntaryLifeInsurance
- City-paid and VoluntaryLong Term Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance through Aflac
Additional Benefits - Legal Services through Legal Shield
- Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10,000 per year)
- Wellness Program (earn up to $600 per year)
Retirement - Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
- Mandatory 7% employee contribution
- City match 2:1
- 5 year vesting
- Retire after 20 years of service, or age 60 with 5 years of service
457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans
Paid Time Off (PTO) - Paid Vacation (80 hours per year for new hires; tieredincreases after 2 yrs)
- Sick Leave (135 hours per year for yourself and immediate family)
- Paid Parental Leave (80 hours for birth, adoption, or placement of a child in foser care)
- Ten Paid Holidays
- Personal Day
- Optional compensatory time for hourly employees
- Compensatory time for salaried employees
For more detailed information, please see the City of McKinney's summary of benefits .
Closing Date/Time: 4/27/2024 5:00 PM Central
