Facilities Maintenance Technician - Temporary

Salary: $20.60 Hourly
Location : 500 W. Live Oak Street, Hutto, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Department: Public Works
Division: Facility Maintenance
Opening Date: 06/04/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position Overview

Title:

Facilities Maintenance Technician - Temporary

Department:
Public Works

Status:
Temporary

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Important information for applicants:
This is a temporary, 120-day assignment and is not benefits-eligible.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under limited supervision, the Facility Maintenance Technician performs repair and maintenance activities relative to City buildings and facilities. Responds to service calls and completes work order requests for HVAC, plumbing, A/C, painting, and electrical issues.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Working knowledge of plumbing systems to support the maintenance and repair of faucets, garbage disposals, toilets, sinks, water heaters, drains, and showers
• Helps maintain the electrical systems of facilities by installing ceiling fans, and additional outlets and lighting fixtures; upgrades to new components; changes ballasts; replaces or resets time clocks and photo cells.
• Performs general services by installing and patching drywall; touch up and complete interior paint; troubleshoots and performs preventative maintenance; rearranging furniture and equipment as needed; maintains understanding of carpentry practices; installs flooring.
• Lays tile and repairs tile that has broken or become loose.
• Assists in moving furniture and other supplies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Knowledge of plumbing systems to be utilized for repairing and upgrading faucets; maintaining garbage disposals, toilets, kitchen bathrooms and sinks, water heaters, drain pipes, and showers.

Knowledge of drywall installation and patchwork, lighting systems, generators, and electrical systems

Skill in troubleshooting maintenance equipment

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to prioritize tasks and manage daily schedule efficiently
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least two (2) years of experience in facility maintenance work or a position that required similar skill preferred
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License and be eligible for coverage under the City of Hutto vehicle insurance provider
• Must pass an extensive personal background check and be eligible and able to meet all requirements for compliance with CJIS.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl;

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; explosives; risk of radiation and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment may be loud (moderate, loud, very loud). The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
CORE VALUES

This position requires an individual to align with and maintain the standard as set by our organization's Core Values:

Integrity
- Communicating honestly, being accountable, upholding moral principles, and supporting our organization's values

Collaboration
- Showing teamwork is equally as cherished as individual achievements by celebrating positive outcomes together

Consistency
- Producing an accomplished standard of work in the workplace

Servant leadership
- Actively listening to exert a positive influence

Mutual respect
- Valuing opportunity, unique contributions, and each other

Forward-thinking
- Considering needs, listening to team members, and thinking innovatively
DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

The City of Hutto provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
This position is not eligible for benefits.