Building Maintenance Specialist I​/II​/III - Facilities Maintenance

Building Maintenance Specialist I/II/III - Facilities Maintenance

City Hall, 555 Walnut Street, Abilene, Texas, United States of America

Posted Friday, January 2, 2026 at 7:00 AM

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under immediate supervision of the Division Manager, to perform a variety of non-skilled and skilled work involved in the maintenance and repair of buildings, and building systems to include carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Building Maintenance Specialist I exercises no supervision.

Building Maintenance Specialist II may exercise technical and functional supervision over Building Maintenance Specialist I.

Building Maintenance Specialist III may exercise technical and functional supervision over Building Maintenance Specialist I and II.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Operate a City vehicle daily to travel to various city buildings for repairs and service. These include but not limited to: water treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks, radio towers.
• Perform general plumbing repairs to cold and hot water systems.
• Operate an auger type sewer clean out machine.
• Unclog sewer and sink lines as necessary.
• Construct and build cabinets, shelves, and counters. Remodeling duties include moving and building walls; installing flooring and ceiling tile.
• Operate table mounted saws, drill press, grinder, and cordless hand tools.
• Perform minor carpentry work, glass replacement, and locksmith work.
• Assist others in carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, data cabling, and HVAC work.
• Obtain cost information and estimates for materials and supplies.
• Communicate with customers and supervision about issues, repairs, etc.

OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES

Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Plumbing knowledge to address leaks, clogs or other drainage problems.
• Standard practices, processes, materials, and tools of the carpentry/plumbing trade.
• Principles, practices, materials, processes, and tools involved in carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC trade.
• Principles and practices of general commercial maintenance.
• Locksmith maintenance and repair of door hardware, and rekeying/repining of locks as well as the operation of key cutting machines.

Skill to:

• Learn to operate and maintain a variety of tools, equipment including table mounted circular saw, band saw, router, drill press.
• Operate corded and cordless power hand tools such as a skill saw, hammer/drill, demolition hammer, sander, grinder wheel. Also use arc welders, cutting torch, and metal saw.
• Operate an auger type sewer clean out machine.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Operate office equipment including a computer and work order software.

Ability to:

• Follow and carry out proper safety procedures while performing work related duties.
• Safely climb ladders up to 24 feet.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
• Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
• Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.

Building Maintenance Specialist II and III

Lead and manage a team in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.

Experience and Training Guidelines:

For positions with more than one level, all listed requirements at the lower levels are required at the higher levels. Any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying. Knowledge, skills, and abilities may be obtained through:

Experience:

Building Maintenance Specialist I

This is an entry level position. One (1) year of experience in carpentry, plumbing, and general commercial building maintenance repairs is preferred.

Building Maintenance Specialist II

Three (3) years of experience in carpentry, plumbing, changing lights/ballast, and general commercial building maintenance repairs is required.

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