Building Maintenance Mechanic I​/II

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The Building Mechanic I is responsible for performing basic maintenance, repair, and upkeep of building systems and equipment to ensure a safe, functional, and efficient facility. This entry‑level role supports the facilities team by assisting with routine and responding to service requests under supervision.

The Building Mechanic I performs basic maintenance, repair, and upkeep of building systems and equipment to ensure a safe, functional, and efficient facility. This entry‑level role supports the facilities team by assisting with routine tasks and responding to service requests under supervision.

• Provides maintenance and repair to various city facilities; troubleshoots, calibrates, repairs or replaces components.
• Performs upkeep and repair for plumbing fixtures; troubleshoots, repairs and winterizes plumbing systems.
• Diagnoses and repairs doors; installs a variety of locksets.
• Completes safety trainings to ensure safety for building occupants, visitors and self‑protection from various building hazards; acts as first responder for fire alarms.
• Oversees outside contractor work for projects.
• Enters and receives computer data for work orders, security video monitoring, lighting control, utility readings, materials procurement and weekly timesheets.
• Works with building maintenance trades including plumbing, basic electrical, carpentry and general repairs.
• Reads work orders, manuals, diagrams, blueprints and safety documentation.
• Assists in troubleshooting and problem‑solving building systems.
• Works independently, prioritizes tasks and responds to emergency situations.
• Performs related work as required.

This position requires the selected candidate to complete and pass a Grand Rapids Police background check prior to start date. This check may take up to several weeks to complete and may include:

• Completion of personal history packet to provide information and verification of your education, employment, finances, legal history, motor vehicle operation, references, relatives, residency, and autobiography.
• Review and verification of all documents received.
• Legal, criminal and financial record reviews.
• Reference checks (primary, secondary and tertiary).
• Home visit to include neighbors.
• In‑person interview at the Grand Rapids Police Department.

• High school diploma (or GED equivalent).
• At least three (2) years of related work experience in a variety of trades or construction work.
• Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license.

Additional postings available from City of Grand Rapids.