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MAINTENANCE MECHANIC III - IAH

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MAINTENANCE MECHANIC III - IAH

Salary

$24.96 - $27.92 Hourly

Location

4500 Will Clayton Pkwy.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

37350

Department

Houston Airport System

Opening Date

10/16/2025

Closing Date

10/22/2025 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications will be accepted from: All Persons Interested

Division/ Section: IAH Insourced Maintenance

Workdays & Hours: Sunday – Thursday 06:00am – 02:30pm. *Varies (Shift work, including rotation, weekends, and holidays) Subject to change.

PURPOSE OF DIVISION

The purpose of Houston Airport System (HAS) Maintenance Business Unit is to effectively deliver self-performed maintenance services at each of the three HAS airports.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of the Maintenance Mechanic III position is to prevent mechanical failure of equipment, to identify and correct safety hazards, and inspect, repair, clean and maintain several types of equipment: pumps, miscellaneous rotating and reciprocating equipment, plumbing equipment (sinks, commodes, urinals, flush valves, and faucets) and machinery throughout the airport complex. This position may be assigned duties at all Houston Airport System facilities including IAH, HOU, and EFD."Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required. Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date.”

The Maintenance Mechanic III duties will include but are not limited to:

+ Installs Mechanical equipment and components.

+ Repairs, refurbishes, and maintains several types of pumps (i.e. Hydraulic, oil, gas, diesel) and miscellaneous rotating and reciprocating equipment and machinery.

+ Operates vehicles and specialized equipment (drain cleaners, sewer machines, vacuum trucks, trailers,) in support of restroom and facility maintenance work across airport facilities.

+ Repairs and maintains equipment and parts. Practices equipment and parts conservation.

+ Performs additional maintenance activities such as painting, a/c repairs, carpentry, carpet, plumbing, concrete and roofing repairs as in general building maintenance.

+ Rehabilitates and monitors equipment, facilities, and systems (i.e. elevators, escalators, automatic doors, ticket dispenser's electric gates, a/c and heating equipment).

+ Provides preventive maintenance to equipment, buildings, facilities, and systems.

+ May lead and train lower-level personnel.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises and minor burns. Requires the ability to make closely coordinated eye/hand movements within very fine tolerance and/or calibration demands; or the ability to make rapid closely coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within somewhat fine tolerance demands; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements within fine tolerances with large equipment as an extension of the worker. Walking and standing for extended periods of time. Working rotation, weekends including holiday shifts.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Specialized training in principles, procedures, practices, routines OR techniques in a specific area or trade which might normally be acquired through up to 18 months of Education OR Training beyond the High School level.

Vocational competence in the operation of Mechanical or Electronic equipment may be required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

One year of experience in Building or Mechanical maintenance is required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Texas driver's license and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving. May require a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

PREFERENCES

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - YES

If Yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade 14

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (281-233-1043). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. If you need special services or accommodations, call (281-233-1043). (TTY 7-1-1) Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDWLV\_sJFoM.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employment

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Wellness

+ Supplemental Insurance

+ Life insurance

+ Long-term disability

+ Retirement pension

+ 457 deferred compensation plan

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ 10 days of vacation each year

+ 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

+ Compensable Sick Leave

+ Personal Leave

+ Flexible schedules

+ Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions

+ Professional development opportunities

+ Transportation/parking plan

+ Section 125 pretax deductions

+ Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

+ Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves

+ Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Are you a Houston Airport System employee?

+ Yes

+ No

03

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

+ Less than High school/GED

+ High school/GED

+ Trade which might normally be acquired through up to 18 months of education beyond the high school level

+ Associate’s degree

+ Bachelor's Degree or beyond

+ No degree

04

If you have a HS Diploma or GED, please list the school's name you attended and graduated.

05

If you attended a vocational or training school up to 18 months or received a certificate, please list the school you attended. ("See Resume" is Not an acceptable answer. If you did not obtain a certificate/license, please indicate "N/A").

06

Please indicate the degree concentration you obtained ("See Resume" is NOT acceptable, if statement does not apply, please insert N/A).

07

How many years of experience in Building or Mechanical Maintenance area do you possess?

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 year to less than 2 years

+ 2 to less than 3 years

+ 3 to less than 4 years

+ 4 years or more

+ No experience

08

How many verifiable years of specialized training, procedures, practice, routines or techniques do you have experience related to the area or trade to be performed?

+ Less than a year

+ 1 to less than 2 years

+ 2 to less than 3 years

+ 3 years or more

+ No experience

09

Based on the verifiable years of experience selected above, please provide a brief description. (See resume is Not acceptable, if No experience, please insert N/A)

10

Do you have a valid/current driver's license?

+ Yes

+ No

11

Do you have any experience working in Mechanical or Plumbing related trades?

+ Yes

+ No

12

Do you have any experience with Facility Management?

+ Yes

+ No

13

If you answer YES in Question# 12, please provide a brief description. (See resume is NOT acceptable, if no experience, please insert N/A)

Required Question