Facilities Technician
Facilities Technician
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$ 84656 - 94057
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Job Description
WHO WE ARE
We are the Metropolitan Council the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation wastewater and housing services.More information about us on our website.
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Metro Transit a division of the Metropolitan Council is one of the countrys largest transit systems employs more than 3000 people and provides more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses light rail and commuter train as well as resources for those who carpool vanpool walk or bike in the Twin Cities.
How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:
TheFacilities Technician assists Metro Transit operating division maintain 1.7 million square feet of office and industrial space divided into 10 primary locations. Maintains repairs and cleans facilities ranging from rebuilding fabricating and cleaning shelters to operating heavy equipment for landscape and snow removal to operating sophisticated automated HVAC systems.
*This recruitment may establish a six (6) month eligibility list for current and future vacancies if we have multiple qualified candidates.
Hire:$40.70hourly
After year one:$42.96(Based on ATU salary rates starting 8/1/2025)
After year two:$45.22(Based on ATU salary rates starting 8/1/2025)
This role is eligible to receive a $4000 Hiring Bonus!- $2000 after the first 30 days of employment and
- $2000 after successfully completing a probationary period.
What you would do in this job
- Performs fabrication assembly installation repair cleaning maintaining and operating various facilities equipment motors HVAC systems boilers lighting systems exhaust systems bus wash racks pressure washers overhead doors hoists (in ground portable electric and hydraulic) and industrial yard equipment.
- Performs building grounds maintenance work operates equipment for lawn care and snow removal at all Metro Transit facilities Park and Rides and other metropolitan locations.
- Assists contractors electricians and others.
- Cleans work areas and facilities indoors and outdoors.
- Perform other related duties.
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
Any of the following combinations of experience (in building maintenance duties and facility maintenance heating systems) and completed education in facility maintenance or related field.
High school diploma or GED AND five (5) years of experience in performing building maintenance duties and with facility maintenance heating systems.
Two-year vocational school program/ or Associate degree AND three (3) years of experience in performing building maintenance duties with facility maintenance heating systems.
Licensure Requirements:- Required to obtain a Special Boilers License within 6 months of employment.
- Required to acquire a 1st Class C Boiler Operators license within 4 years of employment.
- Previous experience with large commercial heating and cooling systems.
- Previous experience with large commercial plumbing systems.
- Previous experience with commercial electrical distribution systems.
- Previous experience with supporting large commercial building operations.
- Basic knowledge of the practices and procedures of building maintenance and repair.
- Basic knowledge of various mechanical electrical plumbing pneumatic and HVAC controls and systems.
- Knowledge of the care and supervision in the use of strong chemicals.
- Skill in use of computers related to diagnosing or troubleshooting electrical problems.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate in English.
- Promotes an equitable positive and respectful work environment that values cultural and diversity among all employees. Requires tact courtesy and cooperation in dealings with others.
- May require lifting up to 50 pounds. May work near moving parts or equipment in the presence of fumes or airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals and vibrations. May also be required to lift more than 100 pounds with assistance.
Additional information
Union/Grade: Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU)/Grade 73
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes. Subject to random DOT drug tests.What your work environment would be:
Work is performed in Metro Transit facilities buildings and outdoors. Some travel is required. May require working in wet or hot humid non-weather conditions and in high precarious places up to two thirds of the time. Exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts electrical currents and vibration atmospheric conditions such as fumes odors dusts gases and poor ventilation hazardous materials such as chemicals extreme temperatures inadequate lighting and work space restricts movement and intense noise may occur on the job.
What steps the recruitment process involves:- We review your minimum qualifications.
- We request your Work Record Evaluation (ATU employees only). Metro Tran dept per class specs
- We rate your education and experience.
- We conduct a structured panel interview.
- We conduct a selection interview.
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only) and a background check which verifies education employment and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job youre applying for is safety sensitive is a supervisory or management job is in the Finance Information Services Audit or Human Resources departments or has access to financial records files/databases cash vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color members of the LGBTQ community individuals with disabilities women and veterans to apply.
If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process please email .
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
