Facilities Maintenance Technician I (Job Class: Building Systems Mechanic)

Facilities Maintenance Technician I (Job Class: Building Systems Mechanic)

Salary

$44,699.20 - $53,643.20 Annually

Location

Clayton - St. Louis County, MO

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00035

Department

Transportation and Public Works - Facility Management

Opening Date

06/15/2026

Closing Date

7/31/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
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Description

St. Louis County is seeking a dedicated and skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician I (Building Systems Mechanic) to support 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. The ideal candidate takes pride in quality workmanship, public service, and maintaining community assets that directly support County operations.

The starting salary is between $21.49 - $25.79 / hour and will be based on your experience and qualifications.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit: Competitive Benefits - St. Louis County Website

St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visit: Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid

Examples of Duties

• 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
• Perform general building maintenance, including basic carpentry, lighting, hardware, and fixture 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

Minimum Qualifications

• 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
• Equivalent to graduation from Technical School or completion of a formal apprenticeship in a skilled building systems trade
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a trade school program or apprenticeship
• Applicable trade licenses or certifications (e.g., HVAC, boiler operation, asbestos etc.)
• Experience with energy management systems and large-scale facility operations
• Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• EPA 608 Universal certification - must have or obtain within 6 months of hire date

Additional Information

SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicants education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.

The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job-related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicants earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.

The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.

All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept on-line applications.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.

St. Louis County

Division of Personnel, 7th Floor

Clayton, MO 63105

(314) 615-5429

Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Fax: (314) 615-7703

www.stlouiscountymo.gov

St. Louis County offers its employees many excellent benefits with paid medical insurance, 20 days of PTO (paid time off) the first year and increasing with seniority, and 11-12 paid holidays. Employees hired for full time employment will participate in the St. Louis County retirement plan where they contribute 4% of their salary to the defined benefit plan with vesting after 7 years. Other benefits include: paid life insurance, a credit union, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, pre-tax premium pay plan, dependent care and medical expense reimbursement plans, and short and long term disability insurance.

In addition to these benefits, as of January 1, 2023, St. Louis County approved up to 480 hours of paid parental leave for eligible employees welcoming new children, either by birth or adoption. The employee can also take up to 80 hours of leave for prenatal care and up to 80 hours for care of the child within the first year.

Please click https://stlouiscountymo.gov/saint-louis-county-missouri-careers/competitive-benefits/to view all of our benefits.

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Have you graduated from technical school or completed a formal apprenticeship in a skilled building systems trade? Please ensure your application reflects this if the answer is "Yes."

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least three years of related work experience in a skilled building systems trade?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a current, valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

04

Has your drivers license ever been suspended or revoked? (If yes, please explain include dates)

05

How many moving violations have you had in the last three years?

06

Why are you interested in this position of Facilities Maintenance Technician?

07

How does your work experience and education/training qualify you for this position?

08

Describe a maintenance task you have completed that required work across at least two of the following areas: electrical, HVAC/mechanical, or plumbing/pipefitting.

09

Explain a situation where you identified a potential hazard (e.g., suspected asbestos, chemical spill, hot-work or confined space risk).

10

Outline how you would prepare a county facility for winter operations while maintaining custodial standards.

11

Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position such as bending, lifting, standing, walking, etc.?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide any previous work experience you have had with St. Louis County Government including roles you held and the dates of employment. Further, please explain the reason(s) for your departure from the organization. If this does not apply to you, simply enter N/A.

Required Question

Employer St. Louis County

Address 41 South Central

7th Floor

St. Louis, Missouri, 63105

Phone 314-615-5429

Website http://www.stlouiscountymo.gov