Facilities Maintenance Technician - Open Until Filled

The Position

The City of Portland is hiring multiple Facilities Maintenance Technicians!

People hired into this position must possess a State of Oregon Limited Maintenance Electricians (LME) license or higher because of their work with existing electrical systems.

Job Appointment: Regular, full-time

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4 pm with occasional on-call work and opportunities for overtime. Shifts may vary depending on the bureau.

Work Location: This position reports on-site daily at 3315 NW Yeon. Fieldwork is also required, which includes visiting multiple sites throughout the City as needed. Work location may vary depending on the bureau.

Benefits: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of the benefits of this position.

Union Representation: This classification is represented by the District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU). To view this labor agreement, please click here . Applicants start at the entry salary rate . If you are a DCTU-represented employee, see the labor agreement for additional information or talk to your union representative.

Application Material:Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.

Position Summary
The Facilities Maintenance Technician performs preventative maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, and cooling systems; other core building systems such as lighting and plumbing; and commercial building equipment. Work requires expertise with a variety of building systems to recognize and address operating conditions that may lead to breakdown or inefficient operation. Work also involves performing building maintenance tasks that require mechanical expertise and skill, and the ability to input and/or retrieve data from computer programs and applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety and OSHA standards.

The eligibility list generated from this recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies in Fire & Rescue positions. As a Facilities Maintenance Technician for Fire & Rescue, you will perform the same scope of work as above and work on household appliances and office furniture. Therefore, basic knowledge of appliance repairs, such as clothes washers, dryers, dishwashers, ovens, cooktops, and refrigerators is required.

As a Facilities Maintenance Technician , you will:

• Perform preventive maintenance to plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems, and related system components; test systems’ competency and devices and evaluate performance; participate in developing preventative maintenance plans.
• Repair and replace plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems, and system components, including sensors and related hardware and software.
• Maintain induction and air handling units; clean and inspect all equipment; maintain and service refrigeration units.
• Estimate and evaluate small equipment replacement and maintenance projects in conjunction with the bureau’s capital projects team, including identifying and scoping small maintenance projects requiring the assistance of contractors or vendors; soliciting cost estimates; evaluating proposed project costs; and managing the selected contractor’s or vendor’s work and recommend final payment.
• Assist in the review of new construction or remodel plans to ensure compliance with facility maintenance standards and specifications.
• Repair and maintain facilities structures; perform minor repairs to building plumbing, low-voltage, and line voltage electric systems, door hardware, fire, life, and safety protection equipment/systems, sprinkler systems, and irrigation lines; construct and maintain indoor/outdoor recreational facilities, fans, lights and related; conduct structural inspections for safety.
• Repair and maintain small, motorized equipment and engines.
• Respond to emergency calls; monitor and evaluate the need for additional assistance; provide technical assistance and make recommendations; may serve as lead; perform related duties as assigned.

About the Bureau of Fleet & Facilities:
The Bureau of Fleet & Facilities mana ges over 1.5 million square feet of City-owned facility assets valued at approximately $900 million, including the City’s highest-profile civic facilities. The organization provides facility operations and maintenance, capital project development and management, space planning and management, and property management and leasing services for City bureaus. The organization is also responsible for long-range capital and real estate planning.

About Portland Fire & Rescue:
The Portland Fire & Rescue Logistics Section oversees 31 fire stations, as well as CHAT and PSR facilities, including museum and office spaces. We strive to provide a comfortable environment for firefighters to relax and de-stress during their downtime. Although these buildings are neither fully commercial nor residential, amenities like kitchen appliances are essential for their well-being, just as they are at home. Our top priority is ensuring that firefighters can respond to emergencies 24/7. The Logistics Section is responsible for maintaining the facilities where they live, the emergency apparatus they use, and the equipment and supplies needed both in the stations and on the scene.

Questions?

Amanda Hillebrecht, Senior Recruiter

Bureau of Human Resources

Amanda.Hillebrecht@portlandoregon.gov

To Qualify

The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

Knowledge of the methods, practices, and tools used in general facility maintenance including, plumbing, mechanical, and related hardware and software equipment.


Knowledge of best safety practices including facility maintenance hazards, safety precautions, and applicable OSHA standards.

Ability to work effectively with co-workers in a diverse workforce and respond appropriately to questions/concerns from other employees and the public.
Knowledge of maintenance, repair, and replacement of building systems including the operation of chillers, fan systems, and pumps. Experience performing repair and replacement of facilities’ electrical components.

Applicants must also possess:

• Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrical (LME) License or higher.
  
• CFC Handler and Refrigerant Recovery Certification within six (6) months of hire. For more information about testing please click here .
  
• A current/valid state driver's license. Applicants must meet City "good driver" requirements.
  
• Ability to pass an in-depth background investigation.
  
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical examination after an offer of employment has been made and accepted.
  

Although not required, you may have one or more of the following:

• Certificate of HVAC Completion from a 2-year Trade School or Apprenticeship
  
• ORACCA Brazing Certification or equivalent
  
• State of Oregon Backflow Tester/Cross Connection Inspector
  
• State of Oregon’s Class 3 Boiler License
  

The Recruitment Process

STEP 1: Apply online between September 23 , 2024 and December 23, 2024

Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Answer the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)

Optional Application Materials:

• Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)

Application Tips:

• The City of Portland has How to Apply Videos and offers How to Apply Classes once per month. If you have questions after watching the videos you are invited to contact the recruiter listed on the announcement.
• Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training, and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
• Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.
• Do not attach materials not requested.
  
• All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than the closing date and time of this recruitment.
  
• All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
  

Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation Phase 1: Week of October 21, 2024 (monthly thereafter)

• An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%.
• Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
• You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information.
• Additional evaluation may be required before the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.

Step 3: Minimum Qualification Evaluation Phase 2: Work Skills Demonstration

• Applicants who successfully pass Minimum Qualification Evaluation Phase 1 of the recruitment process will be scheduled to participate in the work skills demonstration, weighted 100%. The work skills demonstration test will cover the following:
  • Written Test
  • Furnace Part Identification
  • Lighting Board Hands-on Test

An invitation will be sent via email. Out-of-town candidates will be required to travel to participate in phase II. Phase II is tentatively scheduled for the Weeks of November 4th, December 2nd, and January 6th

• Candidates who apply by October 21st will be invited to test the week of November 4th.
• Candidates who apply between October 22nd and November 18th will be invited to test the week of December 2nd.
• Candidates who apply between November 19th and December 23rd will be invited to test the week of January 6th.

A photo ID will be required for admittance to the test. All Safety protocols must be followed. You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation phase 2 results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required before establishing the eligible list and final selection.

Step 4: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of November 11, 2024 (monthly thereafter)

• Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

Step 5: Selection (Interview): To Be Determined

• The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.

Step 6: Offer of Employment: To Be Determined

Step 7: Pre-Employment Exam - Physical Capacities Testing: To Be Determined
Unless the candidate is a current City of Portland employee in a position requiring a similar or more demanding Physical Capacities Test (PCT), candidates will be required to participate in and pass the pre-hire PCT as part of the conditional job offer. All tasks in the PCT must be completed as instructed to pass the exam. You may review the knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions for the job class for which you are applying here: Classification Specification | Portland.gov . You should be prepared to do your best, use good body mechanics, and be in good condition. While each job class will have its own tests, listed below are examples of tasks you may be asked to perform:

• Crawl for 50 feet.
• Pull a weighted sled for 20 feet.
• Step up and down on an 11" platform for a 6-minute duration.
• Shovel repetitively.
• Climb a vertical ladder as high as 6 feet.
• Turn a valve.
• Hammering repetitively.
• Carry a weighted crate (distance and weight vary by job class).
• Lift a weighted crate from the floor to as much as 40" high (weight varies by job class).
• Detach, move, and reattach plastic forms or pegs from a range of body positions, possibly from lying on your back to reaching overhead.
• Lift dumbbells repetitively (weight varies by job class) from knee height to overhead.

Step 8: Start Date: To Be Determined

• A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

*Timeline is approximate and subject to change*

Additional Information

Click here for additional information regarding the following:

• Veteran Preference
• ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
• Work Status
• Equal Employment Opportunity
  
  

A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to

• Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental)
• Carrot Fertility
• Wellness Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families.
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement
• Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), includingcontributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer
• Family Medical Leave
• City Paid Parental Leave

AND SO MANY MORE!

Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers .

Closing Date/Time: 12/23/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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