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Maintenance Mechanic I - IAH

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Maintenance Mechanic I - IAH

Salary

$20.69 - $21.70 Hourly

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

37655

Department

Houston Airport System

Division

HAS- 1378 -IAH Management

Opening Date

11/24/2025

Closing Date

11/30/2025 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications will be accepted from: All Persons Interested

Division/ Section: HAS Sm. Construction - Maintenance

Workdays & Hours: Sunday-Thursday 6:00am - 2:30pm (Subject to change).

PURPOSE OF DIVISION

The purpose of the Houston Airports (HAS) Maintenance business unit Is to effectively deliver self-performed, and contracted, maintenance services at each of the three HAS airports.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of the Maintenance Mechanic I - Sm. Construction Maintenance, is to ensure that the facilities, equipment, structures and utilities are constructed, installed, and maintained in a manner commensurate with maximizing value to our customers, Functions are performed In a manner which applies the most innovation and appropriate engineering and financial principles within the three HAS airports.

"Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required”

The Maintenance Mechanic I responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

+ Performs basic maintenance and repairs to structures, facilities, and equipment, i.e., housekeeping activities, fabrication and installations,

+ Operates power and hand tool equipment, welding, signage cutters/printers

+ Performs basic Painting, welding, Signage fabricate/Install, carpentry

+ Monitors inventory control

+ Performs additional miscellaneous assignments as required

+ Performs inspections, preventive maintenance, lubrication and repairs on machinery such as pumps, boilers, air conditioning units, meters, air compressors, backhoes, incinerators, plumbing, trucks and tractors

+ Uses hand tools and special equipment such as welding torches to test, repair, and maintain buildings' physical plants and equipment

+ May drive to and from work sites.

+ Reports unsafe conditions and unsafe equipment

+ Keeps records of maintenance and repair work performed

+ Welds joints and pipes

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.

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

No experience is required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

May require a valid Texas driver's license and compliance 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

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

Pay Grade 8

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 Employer

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 Diploma/GED.

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

+ Associate’s degree or higher.

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

How many years of 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 do you have?

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 year to 2 years

+ 3 years to 4 years

+ 4 years or more

+ No experience

07

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

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 year to 2 years

+ 3 years to 4 years

+ 4 years or more

+ No experience

08

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).

09

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

+ Yes

+ No

10

Are you willing to work holidays, weekends, shift work, including rotations?

+ Yes

+ No

11

Select all duties previously performed for at least 6 or more months (duties must be able to be verified).

+ Mixing concrete

+ Repairing pavement

+ Routine cleaning

+ Repairing fences

+ Hand/Power tools

+ Key-cutting Machine

+ Sign Fabrication/Processing

+ Other

12

How many years of verifiable journey level experience working with stick welding in a commercial, industrial, or factories setting?

+ Less than 2 years

+ 2 to less than 4 years

+ 4 to less than 6 years

+ 8 years or more

+ No experience

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