Maintenance Mechanic, Lead

Posting Number: 0001703
Location: Contra Costa College
Salary: $6.361 - $7,747 per month (see special instruction for step placement)

Position Definition:
To perform skilled and lead maintenance and repair work of heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems of buildings and facilities.

Distinguishing Characteristics:
Positions in this classification act as a lead and provide direction to other assigned staff in general maintenance. Has skilled knowledge of a wide variety of heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, electrical and motorized equipment and provides guidance and instruction on techniques, methods and procedures for accomplishing assigned tasks and solving problems.

Examples of Duties/Essential Functions:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Performs skilled electrical, plumbing and mechanical maintenance on buildings and facilities.
Organizes, assigns, coordinates, schedules and reviews work of assigned maintenance personnel.
Evaluates maintenance and repairs needs; responds to emergencies; determines the need for outside contractors and coordinates work schedules with contractors.
Troubleshoots HVAC control systems; recommends replacement or modifications on HVAC equipment.
Maintains and repairs cooling towers, air handling equipment, pneumatic control systems, electronic control systems, electro-mechanical control systems, hydronic pump systems and gas heating systems.
Maintains and repairs low pressure steam boilers and respective plumbing and pumps.
Inspects and repair plumbing including valves, fixtures and drains; maintains irrigation controls, valves and sprinklers.
Oversees preventive maintenance schedule, work order system, pool maintenance and exterior lighting and scheduling.
Troubleshoots fire alarm systems and master clock system; inspects and maintains emergency lighting system.
Replaces and adjusts thermostats; changes filters and belts.
Locates and orders parts and materials as needed for repair.
Welds and fabricates steel and aluminum devices.
Troubleshoots and repairs refrigeration equipment; runs, purges and inspects refrigeration chillers.
Performs related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Five (5) years of experience performing skilled building maintenance work involving any combination of plumbing, HVAC, electrical or mechanical maintenance work, including at least one year of lead supervisory experience.
EDUCATION / LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of a high school diploma/GED or the equivalent.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver’s license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid refrigerant handling certificate.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid HVAC journeymen’s card.
Certified pool operator or data cabling and fiber optic installation certification may be required depending upon position work assignment.

Knowledge Of:
District policies, procedures and practices in building maintenance and purchasing.
Electrical and plumbing maintenance repair techniques and related state and city codes.
Operation of Direct Digital Control systems (DDC), (e.g. Andover).
Materials, tools and equipment used in general building maintenance.
Advanced knowledge of automation controls, fire systems, air conditioning systems, refrigeration, ventilation, plumbing, thermostats, boiler, phone infrastructure, data infrastructure and related equipment.
Use and maintenance of a variety of power and hand tools.
Safe work practices.
Principles and practices of supervision and training.
Modern software applications (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).

Skill To:
N/A

Ability To:

• Learn new areas of specialty in mechanical maintenance as necessary to bridge gaps in previous experience.
• Use and maintain a variety of hand tools.
• Perform skilled electrical, mechanical and plumbing work.
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Perform mechanical maintenance and repair on motors and pumps.
• Maintain and repair heating and cooling systems.
• Train and coordinate the work of other maintenance staff.
• Perform welding work, as needed.
• Review and provide input on capital construction projects.
• Perform lead responsibilities in the absence of direct supervision.
• Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
• Perform heavy physical labor, including lifting and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.

Desirable Qualifications:
Knowledge of:
· Tools, equipment and procedures used in minor repair and adjustment of a variety of building facilities and equipment.
· Principles and methods used in a program of preventative maintenance for all types of equipment.
· Bearing assembly, motor construction and air flow related dangers.
· Motor rotation, pump assembly and servicing of emergency lighting.
· The dangers of high voltage and safety procedures for cleaning underground vaults.
· Safe work practices.
· Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in commercial swimming pool maintenance work.
· Use, maintenance and repair of a variety of power hand tools.
· Electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
Skill/Ability to:
· Inspect, locate and successfully repair plumbing, electrical and mechanical defects.
· Perform mechanical maintenance and repair on motors, pumps and boilers.
· Work independently in the absence of direct supervision.
· Use the tools and equipment necessary in the repair and maintenance of all types of equipment.
· Read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
· Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
· Perform minor welding work, as needed.
· Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
· Perform heavy physical labor, including lifting and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds.
· Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.

License/Certificates/Credentials:

· Possession of a high school diploma/GED or the equivalent.
· Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver’s license.
· Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid forklift operator’s certificate.

Special Instructions:
Note: New employees will be placed at the first step which is $6,361.00 per month, second step $6,682.00 per month or third step at $7,019.00 per month (depending upon experience). Based on current salary placement guidelines, all step increases for which an employee becomes eligible shall take place on July 1st of each fiscal year. These increases will occur, on annual basis, until the maximum step of $7,747.00 per month is reached on the salary schedule.



Job Close Date: 9/14/2022
Open Until Filled: No

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