Facilities Systems Mechanic I

Salary: $20.32 - $32.50 Hourly

Location : Dothan, AL

Job Type: FULL TIME

Job Number: 423-25-01

Department: GENERAL SERVICES

Opening Date: 05/15/2025

Closing Date: 5/29/2025 11:59 PM Central

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Description

This position is responsible for performing skilled plumbing, electrical, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) work and maintenance of City facilities.

Major Duties

Maintains and repairs potable, non-potable water systems, waste systems and appurtenant equipment in City facilities.

Provides cost estimates on jobs when needed to include purchasing materials according to City policy and procedures, as needed, to complete work projects.

Installs new water and waste systems and appurtenances in remodeled, expanded, or new facilities.

Installs, maintains, alters, and repairs electrical components such as wires, lighting, power appliances, machinery, overhead circuits, underground conduits, and pole lines to include working on specialized equipment.

Installs, maintains, and repairs electric motors, generators, controllers and related moderately complex electrical and mechanical equipment.

Performs and/or assists in the installation, repair, and maintenance of major, small and/or medium HVAC systems, Direct Digital Controls, and equipment.

Assists in new construction. Duties may include the installation of extensive electrical, plumbing and/or HVAC work.

Processes and completes work orders in the computer system accounting for labor and materials.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Knowledge of construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems.

Knowledge of construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial/industrial electrical systems.

Knowledge of state and local electrical, plumbing, and building codes to include ADA requirements.

Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety procedures.

Knowledge of HVAC systems, Direct Digital control, and equipment.

Knowledge of computers and job-related software.

Skill in the use of tools, both hand and power.

Skill in interpersonal relations.

Ability to problem solve and exercise critical thinking.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Facilities Maintenance Manager assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with City procedures and the precision of the results with the initial request.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include electrical, plumbing, and building codes; ADA requirements; contract specifications, and both City and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and explicit but may require interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

The work consists of related technical duties. The variety of tasks to be performed contributes to the difficulty of the work.

The purpose of this position is to support in the construction, maintenance, and repair of City facilities. Successful performance in this position contributes to the efficient and effective sustainment of those facilities.

CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with coworkers, vendors, contractors, and the public.

Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide service.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed while standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts both light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color and utilizes a sense of smell. Incumbents need full use of lower extremities and back muscles to push, pull and/or lift 50 pounds, work on ladders, and in elevated lifts, in confined, tight or high places and locations.

The work is typically performed in various City facilities to include an office, stockroom, warehouse, outdoors or new construction facilities and can be performed in adverse, cold, or inclement weather to include potentially hazardous conditions. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from a standard senior-high school or GED equivalent, as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), and

Possess one of the following:

Certification** in Electrical Technology, HVAC, and/or Plumbing

Associate's** degree in Electrical Technology, HVAC, Plumbing, or a very closely related field

Journeyman's license (issued by the Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors)

Provisional License of Electrical Contracting (issued by the Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors)

Electrical Contractors License (issued by the Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors), and

Three (3) years recent experience in electrical, plumbing, or HVAC work, one (1) of which must be in a commercial/industrial setting, and

Two (2) years recent experience with basic computer skills (entering work orders, requisitions, inventory, etc.).

**Accredited through an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education (CHEA).

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT/PROMOTION/DEMOTION/TRANSFER:

Employees are required to complete/sign the Certification & Condition of Employment/Promotion/Demotion/Transfer form(s). (See condition(s) for details.)

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid driver license and acceptable driving record. (PBA 9/10/01)

In an emergency and/or standby situation, an employee in this position must be able to report to his/her regular workstation in a maximum of 30 minutes from the time of notification. (PBA 01/09/95)

An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks.

Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy, which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 8/13/12)

Must meet the City of Dothan's employment physical standard, which includes drug/alcohol testing.

Application / Examination

Qualified applicants will be evaluated on training and experience as documented on their application. This evaluation will comprise 100% of their final grade.

Applicants with a disability who feel they need accommodation should contact the Personnel Department on or before the closing date by emailing .

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The City of Dothan provides a diverse package of benefit programs:

Vacation: 12 Vacation Days per calendar year

Holidays: 12 Paid Holidays per calendar year

Medical and Dental Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama. Rates vary based on coverage selected

Retirement Plan: Administered through the Retirement Systems of Alabama

Life Insurance: Administered through Unum Life. No cost for eligible employees

Military Leave: up to 21 working days per calendar year with Military Orders

Direct Deposit: Employees may elect to have their payroll check deposited directly into their bank account

Employee Health Clinic: Industrial Nurse on duty for work related injuries and minor illnesses

Other benefits include: Cafeteria plan, Credit Union, Deferred Compensation plans, Employee Assistance Program, Physical Fitness Program, Jury Duty Leave and more

Note: All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.

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Supplemental Questions: This information will be used to determine your placement on the employment register and if you meet the basic qualifications as listed on the job posting. Therefore, please give detailed descriptions of your job duties. You must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of the application and the Supplemental Questions. Answer all questions as accurately and with as much detail as possible. Some questions request an explanation to support a "yes" answer. Your explanation should contain experience, education, etc., to show that you do possess whatever skill, knowledge or experience being addressed in the question. Employment and volunteer experiences used to answer any of the questions below must be listed on your application. If you use military experience to meet the experience requirements, do not give dates of your entire tour of duty, rather, you should indicate on your employment application, the month and year you began performing these duties and the month and year you stopped.

I have read and understand the above statement and will submit any required verification or supporting documents by the closing date of this advertisement.

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Which best describes your highest completed level of education? Your education MUST be listed in the education section of your application in order to receive credit.

None

High School Diploma / GED

Technical certificate / Diploma (Trade School / Technical college)

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree or higher

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Check any that apply to you and provide a copy. In order to receive credit, you must submit a current copy of your certification/degree by the closing date of this advertisement. You may submit by mail or in person to the City of Dothan, Personnel Department, 126 N. St. Andrews St., Room 116, Dothan, AL 36303, or by email to .

Certification in Electrical Technology, HVAC, and/or Plumbing

Associate's degree in Electrical Technology, HVAC, Plumbing, or a very closely related field

Journeyman's license (issued by the Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors)

Provisional License of Electrical Contracting (issued by the Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors)

Electrical Contractors License (issued by the Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors)

None - N/A

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If you checked any of the above, list the program name, completion date, and name and address of school where completed.If not applicable, list "N/A".Example:HVAC Universal certificationMay 2000Central Alabama Community College1675 Cherokee RdAlexander City, Alabama 35010

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Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience in electrical, plumbing, or HVAC work?

No experience

0 - 0.9 year

1 - 1.9 years

2 - 2.9 years

3 - 4.9 years

5 - 9.9 years

10 - 14.9 years

More than 15 years

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List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #5. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below.DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

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List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #5. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below.DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

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Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) HVAC diagnostic, service, and repair experience?

No experience

0 - 0.9 year

1 - 1.9 years

2 - 2.9 years

3 - 4.9 years

5 - 9.9 years

10 - 14.9 years

More than 15 years

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List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #8. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below.DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

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List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #8. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below.DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

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Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience in HVAC installation and replacement?

No experience

0 - 0.9 year

1 - 1.9 years

2 - 2.9 years

3 - 4.9 years

5 - 9.9 years

10 - 14.9 years

More than 15 years

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List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #11. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below.DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

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List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #11. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below.DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

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Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience in refrigeration (i.e. ice machine, walk-in freezer, etc.) diagnostic and service experience?

No experience

0 - 0.9 year

1 - 1.9 years

2 - 2.9 years

3 - 4.9 years

5 - 9.9 years

10 - 14.9 years

More than 15 years

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List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #14. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below.DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

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List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #14. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below.DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

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Of all your experience in the above questions, which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) work experience in IN A COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL SETTING?

No experience

0 - 0.9 year

1 - 1.9 years

2 - 2.9 years

3 - 4.9 years

5 - 9.9 years

10 - 14.9 years

More than 15+ years

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Which best describes your recent (within the past 5 years) experience with basic computer skills (entering work orders, requisitions, inventory, etc.)?

No experience

0 - 0.9 year

1 - 1.9 years

2 - 2.9 years

3 - 4.9 years

5 - 9.9 years

10 - 14.9 years

More than 15 years

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List employer/s where you gained the experience in question #18. Employer(s) must be listed in both the work history section of your application and in your response below to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below.DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

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List examples of duties performed to support your answer in question #18. Employer(s) must be listed in the work history section of your application to receive credit. If none, type "N/A" in the space below.DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME."

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In an emergency and/or standby situation, an employee in this position must be able to report to his/her regular workstation in a maximum of 30 minutes from the time of notification. (Sec. 2-30. (2) / PBA 1/9/95) This requirement must be met within six (6) months of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer. Are you willing to meet this requirement?

Yes

No

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This is to certify that I have read and understand the Certification of Understanding & Condition of Employment/Promotion/Demotion/Transfer Form for this position with the City of Dothan, Alabama.

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Failure to check "I Agree/Understand" discontinues the application process. (A signed form will be requested at time of hire, promotion, transfer or demotion.)

I Agree/Understand

I Disagree

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Do you have a valid operator driver's license and an acceptable driving record?

Yes

No

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Note: Before submitting your application, be sure to review your application for completeness and accuracy. Your examination score will be based on the information you have provided on your application and this supplemental questionnaire. Failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete employment information to include the