Maintenance Worker - Facilities (Hiring Incentive: $1,000)

Performs general maintenance tasks in assigned area of responsibility.

As a new hire, you'll receive a $1,000 hiring incentive, paid in a lump sum with your first full paycheck after joining our team.

• Performs general maintenance tasks for City buildings and facilities.
• Prepares, equipment, vehicles, and tools for work assignments.
• Assists other co-workers as assigned.
• Subject to be on call 24 hours for emergencies and respond as necessary for area of assigned responsibility.
• Assist in the repair of HVAC system, electrical systems, and roofing.
• Repair or replace parts and equipment as needed.
• Install and/or repair plumbing lines, parts and fixtures.
• Repair furniture as needed.
• Perform mechanical repairs on equipment, building systems, doors, security and fire systems, etc.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience

• 6 months of experience.
• Any combination of related, education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge and skill in the proper use of hand and power tools required to perform facility maintenance.
• Knowledge of applying paints, chemicals, lubricants, and other materials used in maintenance work.
• Knowledge of safety practices to be observed in building maintenance activities.

Ability to:

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety practices and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks.
• Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to repair or replace plumbing fixtures, lines, fittings, equipment and components.

Skills:

• Skill use of mechanical-electrical/power tools, equipment, and machinery used in every day construction and equipment installation.
• Skill in use of bucket trucks and other indoor and outdoor lift equipment.

Other Requirements

• Must submit and pass a pre-employment drug, pre-placement medical examination and the job placement assessment (JPA).
• Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers License Class "C" and good driving record as defined by City policy.
• An applicant who does not possess a Texas Driver's License or proper class, will be allowed ten (10) working days after a job offer is made to obtain proper licensing.

Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5:30pm Fri 7:30am-11:30am and on call.