Building Maintenance Worker

Position Description

The Building Maintenance Worker will perform general building service duties including; installations, troubleshooting, and minor repairs involving general electrical equipment including appliances; painting and drywall repair, carpentry work, flooring, and ceiling tile replacement; minor plumbing repairs to fixtures and drain lines; upkeep of property grounds; furniture moves and installations; minor roof repair; and reporting and follow up when assistance is required from Harris County Facilities & Property Management or contractors. Provides backup to the Facilities Manager and Stockroom / Mail Clerk.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs periodic inspections, minor repair and maintenance projects on a broad spectrum of disciplines, including; HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, roof, furniture, grounds keeping, etc.

• Performs weekly Fire Pump Test and Chiller system inspection

• Works with HC Facilities and Property Management to request services, monitor services, and approve work performed.

• To meet the needs of CAC staff and partners, triage CAC Help Desk requests to determine level and area of expertise needed (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Cleaning, etc.).

• Assists with office furniture moves, conference furniture relocation set up and furniture and installations, including support for the Training Center.

• Supports the Facilities Manager in ensuring the building's safe operations and that it is in compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations.

• Fully participates on CPR/AED, Fire Warden, and Active shooter training.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

• Two years of experience in Facilities and office services support required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Candidate must have general knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, basic electric, fire suppression systems, carpentry, and painting.

• Must have the ability to use and maintain proper operations of tools and equipment, and troubleshoot maintenance problems.

• Candidate must be able to climb stairs/ladders and must be able to frequently stand and walk for long periods of time.

• Candidate must have an understanding of Online Web-control system

• Two years Facilities and office services support.

• This position is generally in a medium work role but may, at times, require the ability to exert force up to 50 pounds; and/or additionally up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Certification:

• 10 hour OSHA Certification preferred.

Experience:

• Knowledge of Electrical systems preferred.

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm - Hours will be discussed during interview

• Criminal and CPS Background checks required.

• Good driving record required.

• E-Verify upon hire.

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

BENEFITS

Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.

The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

• Medical Coverage

• Dental Coverage

• Vision Coverage

• Wellness Plan

• Life Insurance

• Long-term disability

• Employee Assistance Program

• Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service

• Accrual rates increase based on years of service

• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday

• Professional development opportunities

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Healthcare Reimbursement Account

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:

• Retirement Pension (TCDRS)
• Flexible schedule (varies by department)
• Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:

https://benefitsathctx.com/

01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?

• High School or GED diploma

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree or higher

• None of the above

02

Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience in Facilities and office services support? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

• Less than two (2) years

• Two (2) years but less than three (3) years

• Three (3) years but less than four (4) years

• Four (4) years or more

• I do not have this experience

03

Please provide details about your verifiable experience in Facilities and office services support. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history) Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.

04

Have you completed a 10 hour OSHA Certification?

• Yes

• No

05

Do you have knowledge and/or experience working with Electrical systems?

• Yes

• No

06

Do you have general knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, basic electric, fire suppression systems, carpentry, and painting?

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Agency Harris County

Address 1111 Fannin St

Ste. 600

Houston, Texas, 77002

Phone 713-274-5445

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx