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Facilities Maintenance - Facilities Maintenance Technician I/II/III/SR

City of Abilene, Texas, Abilene, TX, United States


Job Description
Under the general supervision of the Facilities Supervisor and Facilities Division Manager, perform a variety of skilled tasks related to the maintenance, repair, and improvement of buildings, equipment, and grounds. This role ensures that all facilities are safe, functional, and well‑maintained to support daily operations and long‑term sustainability.

Supervision Exercised
Facility Maintenance Technician I: This position exercises no supervision.

Facility Maintenance Technician II/III/SR: This position may function as lead over lower levels.

Important and Essential Duties

Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, etc.).

Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing issues, and other building maintenance related issues.

Respond promptly to maintenance requests and work orders.

Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections.

Assist with facility upgrades, renovations, and special projects.

Support emergency response efforts, including snow removal, storm cleanup, and urgent repairs.

Operate a personal or city vehicle.

Other Job-Related Duties
Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Safe chemical handling practices.

Methods, materials, practices, equipment, and facilities.

State and Federal regulations.

Workplace occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.

Safe driving principles and skills.

Skill To

Operate and maintain various laboratory equipment and systems.

Operate basic computer equipment.

Operate and use bucket trucks and other styles of lifts to 100’.

Safely operate a motor vehicle.

Safely use ladders up to 40’.

Operate and maintain tools, equipment, and machinery safely and effectively.

Safely work in hazardous conditions and around all electrical voltages with minimal risk.

Ability To

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Read, write, and understand the English language and follow written and oral instructions.

Physically perform duties related to facilities maintenance.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.

Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.

Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.

Experience and Training Guidelines
For positions with more than one level, all listed requirements at the lower levels are required at the higher levels. Any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying. Knowledge, skills, and abilities may be obtained through:

Facility Maintenance Technician I

Experience: One (1) year of experience in technical trade (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Building Maintenance, or Building Automation) is required.

Education/Training: High school diploma or GED is required.

License or Certificate: A valid Texas driver’s license, the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment or a military waiver, is required.

Facility Maintenance Technician II

Experience: Two (2) years of experience in one or more technical trade (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Building Maintenance, or Building Automation) is required.

License or Certificate: Possession of an Apprentice Electrician, Registered HVAC technician license, or TSBPE Apprentice plumbing license through TDLR is required.

Facility Maintenance Technician III

Experience: Four (4) years of experience in one or more technical trade (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Building Maintenance, or Building Automation) is required.

License or Certificate: Possession of a valid TDLR Certified HVAC Technician license with a EAP universal license; a building automation certification approved by the City; or another license or certification in a building maintenance trade that has been pre‑approved by the Director (e.g., fire alarm, backflow, locksmithing, pool certification, or an approved equivalent) is required.

Facility Maintenance Technician Senior

Experience: Five (5) years of experience in one or more technical trade (HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Building Maintenance, or Building Automation) is required.

License or Certificate: Possession of one (1) of the following license; a Journeyman or Masters electrical license through TDLR, Class “A” or “B” HVAC contractor’s license through TDLR, Master or Journeyman Plumbing through TSBPE, Locksmith license through DPS, or a universal EPA and can pass a City of Abilene assessment test and approved by the Director of Parks & Recreation is required.

Special Requirements

Work evenings, nights, and weekends.

On‑call rotation availability for emergencies is required and must be able to respond within thirty (30) minutes.

Physical demand: Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds; carrying up to 50 pounds.

Physical Demand Codes
Codes For How Often:

N = No

E = Extensive (100 – 70% of the time)

M = Moderate (60 – 30% of the time)

I = Infrequent (20 – 10% of the time)

A = Almost Never (
Code / Task: _E__ Standing; _M__ Sitting; _M__ Walking; _M__ Lifting; _M__ Carrying; _M__ Pushing/Pulling; _M__ Overhead Work; _M__ Fine Dexterity; _M__ Kneeling; _M__ Crouching; _M__ Crawling; _M__ Bending; _M__ Twisting; _M__ Climbing; _M__ Balancing; _M__ Vision; _M__ Hearing; _M__ Talking; ___ Other: _____________________

Job Details

Job Family: Facilities Maintenance Technician

Job Function: 15. OTHER

Pay Type: Hourly

Minimum Rate: $20.91 USD

Maximum Rate: $41.53 USD

Location: Parks & Recreation, 633 Walnut, Abilene, Texas, United States of America

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