Maintenance Specialist III

Job Details

Date:
Feb 9, 2026

Location:

RUSK, TX

Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm

Department:
Plant Maintenance

Posting Number: 13682

Closing Date: 03/11/2026

Posting Audience:
Internal and External

Occupational Category:
Installation, Repair, and Maintenance

Salary Group: TEXAS-A-14

Salary Range: $3,095.33 - $4,594.50

Pay Frequency:
Monthly

Shift: Day (First)

Telework:
Not Eligible for Telework

Travel:
Up to 10%

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full Time/Part Time:
Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Nonexempt

Facility

Location:

Rusk State Hospital

Job Location City: RUSK

Job Location Address: 805 N DICKINSON DR

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Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need.

HSCS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state supported living centers. The psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
• Performs inspections, adjustments, maintenance and repair work on building systems in accordance with recognized codes and standards for various trades such as plumbing, HVAC, welding, carpentry, painting and electrical, to ensure proper maintenance and repair. Demonstrates proper use of hand tools or equipment while performing repairs or inspections.
• Performs repairs and renovations to modernize a building, building system, or adapt it to new uses. Identifies necessary information such as time required to perform repair/renovation and physical location of necessary repair/renovation. Identifies necessary materials and assembly details.
• Selects appropriate material to replace and repair building or building systems. Assists in identifying the causes of system or equipment failure. Calculates material, labor costs, and orders parts and supplies to properly make the necessary repairs.
• Maintains safe and uninterrupted services to campus operations and programs systems.
• Tests safety equipment as necessary.
• Accurately completes and maintains records on work orders, projects, and material requisitions.
• May operate heavy machinery such as backhoes, forklifts, etc. as necessary.
• May train and provide guidance to others on the proper procedures and methods for repairs or inspections.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including but not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

• Knowledge of the repair, maintenance, and operations of buildings, building systems and grounds.
• Knowledge of building mechanical systems, electrical distribution systems, electronics, boilers, painting, and carpentry.
• Knowledge of building materials, plumbing and electrical fixtures.
• Knowledge of welding procedures, HVAC, sanitation, and refrigeration.
• Knowledge of industrial safety, fire, and safety regulations.
• Skills in the use of hand tools, power tools, and test equipment.
• Skills in preventative maintenance and inspections of buildings and building…