What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-Time Facilities Maintenance Technician position at City of Zeeland?
The Facilities department is seeking a full-time Facilities Maintenance Tech. This role will perform skilled maintenance and repair work on City facilities, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC and other mechanical systems. Coordinates with City staff, contractors, and vendors to ensure high-quality workmanship and safe, efficient operations.
What You’ll Do
- Maintain all physical aspects of City buildings (ie. electrical, plumbing, HVAC, siding, etc.)
- Operate and maintain HVAC equipment and system controls
- Repair and maintain City, Maintenance and Custodial equipment as needed.
- Navigate work order system to submit and execute work orders.
- Assist Library/Community Center staff with Community Center rentals to ensure event set-up and clean-up is complete.
- Coordinate and assist contractors to ensure project and work order completion with minimal public disruptions.
- Perform snow removal duties as required around city buildings.
- On call – Respond to emergencies, alarms and events as needed
- Travel to and from all city facilities and locations as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma required.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical, mechanical, plumbing and carpentry work.
- Previous HVAC and Boiler experience is required.
- State of Michigan Vehicle Operator’s License, satisfactory driving record and the ability to maintain one throughout employment
- Adhere to all safety protocols and OSHA standards.
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and electrical/mechanical device maps.
- Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems and equipment failures with the ability to repair or replace as necessary.
- Skilled in operating tools and devices used in electrical, mechanical, plumbing and carpentry work. Welding is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and mobile operating systems (Android and IOS).
- Audio visual skills in event presentations preferred
- Demonstrate strong work ethic, adaptability, and commitment to continuous learning.
- Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and work independently to meet deadlines.
- Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records, reports and maintenance logs.
- Ability to clearly and concisely communicate information and ideas verbally and in writing.
- Interpersonal skills to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with the public, other employees, elected officials, governmental agencies, and vendors.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their updated resume and a brief statement of interest to hr@cityofzeeland.com.