Maintenance Worker III

Job Title

Maintenance Worker III

Texas A&M Agri Life Research

Weslaco

Commensurate

Weslaco, Texas

Staff

About Texas A&M Agri Life

• Texas A&M Agri Life Extension Service
• Texas A&M Agri Life Research
• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
• Texas A&M Forest Service
• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

As the nation's largest, most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M Agri Life brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M Agri Life is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

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Position Information

We are seeking a Maintenance Worker III, under general supervision, to maintain buildings and equipment for the assigned department.

• Performs maintenance and repair for facilities (building, electrical and/or HVAC) and equipment (including air compressors, vacuum pump, heating and cooling systems, greenhouse controls panels, lights, vent‑a‑hoods, growth chambers, and cold room); assists in preparing floors and occasionally replaces broken or missing tile
• Maintains and repairs mechanical systems such as, but not limited to, lighting, heating, air conditioning systems, electrical work, and general plumbing
• Monitors heating and cooling systems for proper function and correct temperature
• Installs new electrical and plumbing lines for new equipment
• Maintains facilities, performs demolition and construction tasks and performs minor repairs and maintenance on facility equipment. Inspects buildings for proper working order
• Performs skilled trade work including, but not limited to, painting, carpentry, plumbing, plastering, cementing and electrical work. Performs welding in heating, cutting and brazing of ferrous non‑ferrous metals with acetylene electrical equipment
• Performs some field operations such as weeding, irrigating, harvesting and providing general field plot maintenance support as needed
• Operates machinery such as drill press, sharpeners, table saws, chain saws, lawn mowers, edgers, weed eaters, and other miscellaneous equipment
• Repairs sidewalks, sewer lines, building slabs, streets, and related installations
• Assists in planning and/or supervision of major repair projects; maintains inventory and maintenance records
• Prepares cost estimates for repairs and materials for projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three years of experience in building, machinery, and/or equipment operations and maintenance; installation and repair work; materials handling, and warehouse operation
• Knowledge of HVAC and electrical
• Knowledge of machine shop operations
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment
• Knowledge of basic welding and carpentry skills
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
• Ability to establish working relationships
• Current HVAC License or Certifications

• Associates in Applied Science in fields such as HVAC & Refrigeration
• More than three years of experience in building, machinery, and/or equipment operations and maintenance; installation and repair work; materials handling, or warehouse operation
• EPA Certified
• Valid driver's license

• Willingness and ability to perform majority of job duties outdoors
• Ability to lift heavy objects
• Ability to exert heavy force

Salary:
Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate's qualifications. This is an hourly paid position.

When you choose to work for Texas A&M Agri Life, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.

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