This position provides Citywide facility support with primary responsibility for the new Fifth and Elm venue in the Leisure and Entertainment District. Under the direction of the Facilities Superintendent, the Facilities Services Technician performs skilled maintenance, repair, and preventive services for City buildings and critical infrastructure systems. Core areas of focus include HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire and life-safety systems, building automation, and splash pad operations. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong technical skills, independent problem solving, and attention to detail to ensure all City facilities remain safe, reliable, and welcoming to staff and the public.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on HVAC systems including DX, VRF, and chilled-water systems with chillers and cooling towers.
- Operate and troubleshoot Building Automation Systems (BAS) to optimize performance and occupant comfort.
- Conduct daily testing and chemical analysis of cooling towers and splash pad systems; document readings in the CMMS and take corrective action or escalate findings.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, including lighting fixtures, ballasts, drivers, switches, and low-voltage controls using proper diagnostic tools.
- Perform plumbing maintenance and repairs, including sweating copper, installing Pro-Press fittings, and maintaining domestic water and drainage systems.
- Inspect, service, and test fire alarm panels, suppression systems, and emergency lighting to ensure full compliance with local and national life-safety codes.
- Record work performed, materials used, and system status through the CMMS in accordance with City policy.
- Replace HVAC filters, belts, and other routine service components.
- Perform minor carpentry, painting, plumbing, and fixture repairs.
- Conduct daily building inspections, equipment readings, and facility rounds.
- Identify, document, and report facility deficiencies or potential hazards.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of mechanical, electrical, and storage areas.
- Perform chemical testing and routine maintenance for splash pad water features.
- Inspect, service, and test fire alarms, suppression systems, and emergency lighting to ensure compliance with local and national life safety codes.
- Record all work performed, materials used, and system conditions in the CMMS in accordance with City policy.
- Coordinate and oversee contractors and vendors working in City facilities to ensure safety, quality, and compliance with City standards.
- Verify contractor work completion and accuracy of time, labor, scope, and material reporting.
- Provide site access and remain on site during critical work that impacts life safety, building systems, or public operations.
- Ensure all vendors follow City safety requirements including confined space protocols, lockout and tagout procedures, and hot work permit requirements.
- Communicate deviations, deficiencies, or concerns to the Facilities Superintendent.
- Perform and document periodic testing of fire alarms, suppression systems, and egress components.
- Maintain emergency lighting, exit signage, and fire extinguishers in accordance with NFPA standards and City policy.
- Support risk management initiatives and annual safety audits by ensuring accessibility and functionality of all safety equipment.
- Respond to facility emergencies including alarms, power loss, mechanical failures, and other critical events while following established protocols.
Salary
$24.82 - $36.00, depending on qualifications and experience.
Benefits
The City of Portland offers a generous benefits package that includes paid health, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance, paid vacation, sick leave and holidays. Portland participates in the TMRS retirement system at 7% with a 2:1 match. Optional 457, Roth IRA and Cafeteria Plans available.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of five (5) years or more of related facility maintenance experience.
- EPA Section 608 Universal Refrigerant Certification is required.
- Pool Operator Certification (CPO or AFO) must be obtained within twelve months of hire.
To Apply:
Applications available online at portlandtx.gov. Completed applications may be emailed to humanresources@portlandtx.gov, hand-delivered, or mailed to the City of Portland, Human Resources, 1900 Billy G. Webb Drive, Portland, Texas 78374. Resumes not accepted in lieu of a complete City of Portland application.
Position is open until filled.
This position is subject to the City of Portland’s Background Investigation and Drug Testing Policy. New hires are required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States per Federal law.
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