Maintenance​/Repair Specialist - Public Facilities

THIS POSITION MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.

The Maintenance Specialist I performs semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of County buildings and facilities. Work requires knowledge of building trade skills, which includes hanging sheetrock, tape and bedding, and painting. May also assist with maintenance and repair of electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment.

• Hangs and finishes sheetrock, paneling, wallpaper, tile, and moldings; installs and repairs carpeting; installs glass panes; installs suspended ceiling grids and tiles.
• Performs general carpentry and renovation work in the construction, repair or alteration of floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, and screens; builds or repairs partitions, cabinets, tables, shelves, and bookcases.
• Obtains bids from vendors and contractors as necessary.
• Sands, paints, or stains walls, woodwork, cabinets, tables, and other wooden articles.
• Assembles and moves furniture; sets up and disassembles meeting rooms.
• Operates trucks and trailers to transport materials to and from job sites, or to deliver supplies to County offices.
• Performs occasional metal welding and fabrication.
• Maintains a clean work environment and job site.
• Regular and punctual attendance is required with flexible hours that consist of before or after regular hours along with weekend time to be determined by Facilities Management.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of one year of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Millwork, carpentry, or fabrication experience preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver’s license within 90 days of employment.
• Must be able to pass a State Criminal History background check.