Building Maintenance Mechanic II

Building Maintenance Mechanic II

Salary

$21.15 - $26.00 Hourly

Location

3510 S WW WHITE RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78223, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2026-01349

Department

Pre-K 4 SA

Opening Date

09/11/2026

Closing Date

9/27/2026 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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Job Summary

Under direction, is responsible for planning and directing the building maintenance activities for a department. Administrative responsibilities include budgeting, purchasing, maintaining inventories, work order processing, and monitoring service contracts. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

This position is funded by sales tax that has been approved by the citizens of San Antonio for a limited time period. This position, therefore, is subject to at-will employment status, and is unclassified, and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission.

Work Location

Pre-K 4 SA South Education Center - 3510 S WW White Rd, San Antonio, TX 78222

Work Schedule

7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains buildings in good condition by performing basic carpentry, electrical, painting, mechanical, welding, wiring, and plumbing work and other maintenance related activities. Ensures that all safety standards and procedures are observed while work is performed.
• Lubricates, checks, and adjusts a variety of equipment and machinery such as pumps, motors, gauges, valves, and air conditioners.
• Builds and installs partitions, window guards, platforms, and staging, frequently lifting and carrying equipment or parts weighing 30 pounds.
• Performs basic preventive maintenance and repair work on heating, air-conditioning, and ventilation systems.
• Prepares job layout work and reports on completed work orders.
• Utilizes hand and power tools to repair and maintain electrical equipment and building fixtures; replaces burned or defective lamps and light bulbs; repairs door closures, ceiling tiles, and floor tiles; performs basic cement and masonry work.
• Performs basic plumbing maintenance and repair procedures, including unclogging sewer lines and drains, and installing water heaters.
• Repairs and conducts preventive maintenance on conveyor belt systems, automatic gates, doors, elevators, escalators, and other related systems.
• May move, assemble, or repair office furniture, equipment, or fixtures.
• Maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Four (4) years of experience in building and mechanical maintenance and repair.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Drivers License.
• May require CPR certification within one (1) year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to travel between Education Centers as needed.
• Ability to pass DFPS (Texas Department of Family Protective Services) background check.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Applicant Information:

• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, masonry, painting, and electrical work.
• Knowledge of proper paint and varnish application techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of safe work practices, procedures, and techniques.
• Knowledge of elevator, escalator, and automatic door systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical preventive maintenance techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of basic carpet and tile installation and repair procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems.
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials used in building and mechanical maintenance and repair.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance procedures on various building equipment such as air conditioners and light fixtures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to perform basic electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general building maintenance and repair procedures.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are primarily inside with occasional work outdoors with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, dust, dirt, grease, and noise.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

05

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

06

How many years of experience do you have in building and mechanical maintenance and repair?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more

07

Do you have the ability to obtain the required CPR within one (1) year of employment?

• Yes
• No

08

How many years of experience do you have in early childhood education?

• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 or more years
• I do not have experience in early childhood education.

09

How many years of experience do you have working in a school, charter, private, or child development center?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more

10

How would you best describe your proficiency in speaking and writing in Spanish?

• I am not able to communicate
• Beginner (Know some words)
• Intermediate (Communicate with minimal assistance)
• Advanced (Can communicate)
• Fluent (Able to effectively communicate and teach others)

11

Select any of the following skilled trades you have at least three (3) years of experience with:

• Basic carpentry
• Plumbing
• Mechanical
• Electrical
• HVAC
• None of the above

12

Describe your experience in performing electrical, plumbing, carpentry, locksmithing, and painting work to maintain facilities. Where did you gain this experience, and what were some of the duties you held? If you do not have experience, answer "n/a".

13

Describe your experience with complying with federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to building maintenance. Please include any examples you may have. If you do not have experience, respond "n/a".

14

I acknowledge this position is funded by sales tax that has been approved by the citizens of San Antonio for a limited time period. This position, therefore, is subject to at-will employment status, and is unclassified and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission.

• I acknowledge

15

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.

Required Question

Employer City of San Antonio

Address Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205

Phone 210-207-8705

Website http://www.sanantonio.gov/HR/CareerCenter.aspx