Maintenance Mechanic MEP I

Summary

Legends Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an excellent and immediate opening for a Maintenance Mechanic MEP I at Reliant Park in Houston, Texas. Reliant Park is in the fast lane for opportunity and excitement.  We are a one-of-a-kind premier facility with four major venues within one giant park.  Reliant Center (one million+ sq. ft. Convention Center), Reliant Stadium (home of the Houston Texans and The Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo), Reliant Astrodome (“The” Astrodome), and Reliant Arena. We are seeking a unique Maintenance Mechanic MEP I to join our Engineering team. Under general supervision, the Maintenance Mechanic MEP I perform skilled technical work in the maintenance, repair, replacement, and installation of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, controls, distribution systems and electrical systems. Duties include semi-skilled tasks, which often require heavy lifting, a high degree of physical exertion and walking or standing for long periods of time.  Acts as liaison between the facility and clients, ensuring all clients’ requirements are met and facility rules, regulations and policies are adhered to.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following:

• Assist other Maintenance Mechanics in performing routine preventative maintenance on electrical equipment, motors, controllers, and electro/mechanical devices.

• Respond to building service calls; assist Maintenance Technicians in troubleshooting problems within facility and taking corrective action. 

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on domestic water systems and related mechanical systems.

• Perform minor structural and mechanical tasks, electrical maintenance, and other duties.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities    

• Not Applicable.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Understand the methods, principles, and practices required for the operation and maintenance of mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems. 

• Properly use all equipment needed to perform required duties.

• Be a skilled craftsman in the maintenance field.

• Possess basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills.

• Know general techniques in plumbing, electrical wiring, and ventilating systems.

• Possess basic knowledge to read and comprehend blueprints, drawings, electric motor schematics and other related materials.

• Effectively operate, maintain, and repair HVAC equipment.

• Follow and adhere to all safety precautions, building codes, rules, regulations, risk management and emergency procedures.

• Work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule and produce accurate results.

• Work independently, exercising judgment and initiative. 

• Maintain an effective working relationship with clients, employees, exhibitors, patrons and others encountered in the course of employment.

• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with   several abstract and concrete variables. 

• Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.

• Follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively with others in both oral and written form.

• Must uphold Legends Global safety standards.

• Must be available for on-call, after-hours, holidays, and weekend support.

• Work extended and/or irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

Education and/or Experience   

• High School Diploma or GED required, or 2 years of comparable experience plus required related experience may be considered in lieu of diploma.

• Any of the following EPA Certification: TYPE I, II or III *Required*.

• Technical training in HVAC is preferred.

• Apprentice Electricians License preferred.

• EPA Universal Certification preferred.

• Two (2) years’ experience operating and maintaining building mechanical systems to include HVAC, plumbing, electrical and fire and life safety related experience *Required*.

• Previous experience in operating the following equipment preferred: Genie Lift, Forklift, JLG Boom-lift, Man-Lifts as well as other motorized lifting equipment.

Skills and Abilities

• Good written, verbal and computer skills.

• Remain flexible and adjust to situations as they occur.

• Work in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication required.

• Must provide exceptional customer service.

• Must be able to effectively work with others.

Computer Skills

• Operate standard office equipment and personal computer(s) using Outlook, MS Windows, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Working knowledge of Building Automation Systems a plus.

Other Qualifications 

• Be licensed to operate a motor vehicle in the United States.

• Possess any licenses, certificates or training required by local, state, or national authorities for the operation of the equipment found in the facility.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility; to stand for long hours during events; talk and hear. This position may require work inside or outside of the building, as needed by events.

• Must be able to lift 75lbs.

• Must be able to stand and work on your feet for 8-10 hours a day.

• Must be able to stretch and reach.

Note

The essential responsibilities of this position are described below the above headings.  They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.  Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

To Apply

Please include a recent copy of your resume with a cover letter and salary requirements as part of your application.

Only the first 150 resumes received will be considered.

Applicants that need reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (832) 667-1803.

ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor