Facilities Maintenance Technician I (Job Class: Building Systems Mechanic)
St. Louis County · St Louis, Missouri, United States · 1 mo ago
Management$22.03–$26.44/hrFull-time
About the role
The Facilities Maintenance Technician I (Building Systems Mechanic) supports the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of County-owned facilities. This role plays a key part in keeping our buildings running smoothly for employees, residents, and visitors.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and corrective maintenance on building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
- Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC equipment including chillers, pumps, cooling towers, fan coil units, air handlers, and related systems
- Monitor and adjust controls, gauges, valves, thermostats, and energy management systems to ensure a comfortable and efficient environment
- Conduct regular building rounds, verify operating conditions, and complete necessary repairs
- Complete preventive maintenance tasks following County standards, manufacturer guidelines, and industry best practices
- Inspect mechanical rooms, generators, pumps, and life-safety systems; document findings and communicate issues promptly
- Support fire and life-safety compliance through inspections and adherence to NFPA and local codes
- Respond to facility emergencies, building system failures, and occupant concerns in a timely, professional manner
- Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment and comply with all County safety procedures, policies, and training requirements
- Represent the County professionally through adherence to uniform and appearance standards
- Perform other duties as required or assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- At least three (3) years of experience operating and maintaining mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a commercial or institutional setting
- Valid driver’s license
Qualifications
- Completion of a trade school program or apprenticeship
- Applicable trade licenses or certifications (e.g., HVAC, boiler operation, asbestos etc.)
- Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- EPA 608 Universal certification – must have or obtain within 6 months of hire date
Skills
- Quality workmanship
- Public service
- Maintaining community assets
- Energy management systems
- Fire and life-safety compliance
- Professionalism
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
- Retirement plan with defined benefit
- Paid life insurance
- Credit union
- Deferred Compensation Plan
- Dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans
- Short and long term disability insurance
- Up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption
- Up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year
Pay
The starting salary is between $22.03 - $26.44 / hour and will be based on your experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Details on the schedule will be provided during the interview process.