Facilities Maintenance Technician

CITY OF MYRTLE BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA

CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: FACILITIES MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

The purpose of this classification is to perform semi-skilled electrical engineering work to install and maintain electrical systems for the City. Employees in this classification install electrical systems and lines in buildings; maintain electrical lines and auxiliary equipment; operate and maintain HVAC systems, lighting control systems, phones and internet.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Installs, removes, repairs, overhauls, and tests electrical equipment, both alternating and direct current, such as power circuits, lighting systems, switch gears, transformers, starters, controllers, capacitors, production equipment, power and control systems, electrical receptacles and switches, electronic power, control, and communication equipment.

Maintains electrical lines and auxiliary equipment, such as transformers, conductors, and capacitors; inspects electrical systems in accordance with preventive maintenance schedules; tests and repairs electrical systems and alarms; tests and inspects generators; inspects pump station controls, tools, and equipment; replaces light bulbs and fixtures; maintains related documentation.

Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and corrects electrical problems in distribution, electrical equipment, and lighting systems; determines course of action; selects proper equipment; fabricates metal parts; performs needed repairs and mechanical work.

Performs various tasks involving maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; troubleshoots air condition or heating problems; checks temperature on HVAC units; utilizes computer system to monitor system operations; cleans fans and condenser coils; cleans/replaces filters; lubricates and replaces bearings; lubricates motors; adjusts and replaces belts.

Ensures that operation, construction, and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems are in compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards: conducts inspections of buildings, equipment, grounds, and facilities to identify potential problems, unsafe conditions, and needed repairs; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.

Determines amount of materials needed to complete projects and gathers equipment, tools, parts, and supplies; monitors inventory levels and initiates requests for new or replacement materials as required.

Inspects/tests machinery, equipment and parts for proper operations: makes adjustments, repairs or replacements as appropriate; reports problem situations.

Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, replacing parts, washing/cleaning equipment, or cleaning shop/work areas: monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.

Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals: places safety cones, markers, or signs to alert employees/citizens of work areas or other potential hazards.

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, time sheets, maintenance checklists, work orders, maintenance records, inventory records, purchase orders or other documents.

Receives various forms, lists, work orders, maintenance checklists, invoices, receipts, blueprints, architectural drawings, diagrams, maps, material safety data sheets, policies, procedures, operational guides, catalogs, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.

Communicates with supervisor, City employees, contractors, vendors, the public, or other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Maintains an awareness of new policies, procedures, trends and advances in the profession; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate

Operates a variety of equipment, machinery and tools used in department projects and activities, which may include a motor vehicle, utility truck, electrical tester, multi meter, electricians' tools, router, testing instruments, measuring devices, carpentry tools, pneumatic tools, mechanic tools, cleaning supplies, or hand tools.

Operates a personal computer, general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.

Facilities Engineer Technician assigned to the Convention Center performs the following additional duties:

Sets-up equipment and electrical components for Convention/Trade Shows; installs microphones and sound equipment; installs, repairs and maintains water and air conditioning systems, telephone systems, electrical systems, Cable TV systems, basketball floors, scoreboards, bleachers, golf carts, genie lifts, and portable generators; and collects payments from vendors providing electrical services.

Assists with painting, plumbing, and door repairs.

Assists with City-wide events.

Performs other related duties as required, requested and assigned.