Facilities Maintenance Technician II

Overview As a Facilities Maintenance Technician II, you will recognize, diagnose, and resolve transit building related systems and equipment malfunctions, and perform preventative maintenance and repair either in the field or at the Operations bases, while safely performing skilled and unskilled work in a variety of disciplines.  When needed, you will provide guidance and support to other team members. You will work independently and with peers and other professionals to accomplish a variety of moderate to difficult maintenance and repair projects.  Projects may include preventative maintenance or repairs on HVAC systems electrical circuits, emergency generators with ATS systems, compressed air, fire protection, fueling systems, park and ride facilities and properties, bus wash systems and remodeling. Essential Duties 1. Work safely and independently to perform a wide variety of skilled and unskilled duties related to troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of buildings, park and ride facilities, bus stops and related equipment in all areas of the division’s responsibility, including: ·       Carpentry (remodel and miscellaneous construction) ·       Welding (TIG, MIG, gas and/or arc) metal fabrication and repair ·       Concrete work (general) ·       Roofing (minor repair and maintenance) ·       Grounds maintenance ·       Furniture and equipment moving ·       HVAC systems and related electrical controls ·       Electrical distribution (up to 480 volts, 3 phase) ·       Motors and related electrical controls ·       Low voltage electrical system troubleshooting and installation ·       Compressed air systems ·       Plumbing and piping systems installation & repair ·       Painting (latex, oil based and two-part industrial products) ·       Equipment operation and servicing ·       Locksmith work (general) 2. Maintain a high level of professional communication, appearance, conduct, and customer service with other department staff, external customers, vendors, and subcontractors.  Collaborate with co-workers, managers, and other departments to solve work-related problems cooperatives and professionally.  Follow the division manager or designee’s directives, as well as procedures and policies. 3. Efficiently prioritize work tasks and assignments. 4. Maintain preventative maintenance schedules as recommended by department procedures and/or equipment manufacturer specifications. 5. Prepare and maintain written and electronic documentation efficiently and effectively, using proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Office applications and CMMS system. 6. Provide guidance and training for other facilities maintenance employees when necessary. 7. Perform other maintenance duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager or designee. Requirements Minimum Qualifications 5 years of facilities or commercial building maintenance experience. Journey level skills, vocational training, or certifications in facilities related maintenance and repair. Must possess a valid Washington State Driver License at the time of hire, with an excellent driving record (5-year abstract required). Must have completed formal training and/or certification in one of the following and have knowledge and experience in at least two additional areas. Must be willing and able to maintain the certification(s). HVAC – Education and experience must include building and maintaining commercial heating and cooling systems, controls and metering devices, refrigerant recovery and recharge, cooling water treatment, energy management theory, and indoor air quality. Must be able to recognize, diagnose and troubleshoot system failures and alarms.  The ability to use a graphic user interface in computer to controller applications is preferred.  Must have up-to-date knowledge and understanding of UMC. Electrical distribution systems – Experience is required in single and three-phase commercial and industrial environments. Education and experience must include building and maintaining commercial electrical distribution systems, sizing of conductors and enclosures, grounding, transformers, breaker & instrument panels, disconnects and switchgear, lighting systems, workstation power, motors and starters, cable trays and conduit installations.  Must have up to date knowledge and understanding of NEC and ability to troubleshoot. Low voltage electrical/electro-mechanical controls – Education and experience must include building and maintaining commercial fire detection/alarm, security, automated HVAC and lighting controls, intercom, door and gate relay controls, telemetry equipment, video monitoring systems, and various sensors and detection devices. Must have the ability to troubleshoot and use a graphic user interface in computer to controller applications. Plumbing - Education and experience must include building and maintaining water supply, piping, faucets, valves, back flow prevention, water heaters, waste and sewer systems, drains, pipe hangers and supports, traps, interceptors, cutting, threading and joining all types of pipe & lubing common in commercial buildings including compressed air and fluid delivery and dispensing equipment.  Must be able to troubleshoot and have current knowledge and understanding of UPC. Construction (Carpentry) - Education and experience must be in construction and repair of commercial and industrial facilities including wood and metal framing, wall, floor, ceiling and roofing systems, stair construction, concrete forming, foundations, reinforcing, flat work, dry walling, fastening techniques, finish carpentry, and door and door hardware installation.  Must have a working understanding of UBC. Welding - Education and experience must include welding symbols & terms, joint design, gas and arc welding, selection of electrodes, ability to work with iron, various grades of steel, copper, and silver and the ability to run straight be