Maintenance Specialist IV

About the role

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence. The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state.

Responsibilities

• Performs highly advanced restoration, renovation, building maintenance and construction work in a designated skilled trade.
• Performs renovation, restoration, alteration, inspections, adjustments, installations, maintenance and repairs of buildings, utility systems, and stationary equipment; operates motorized equipment; requisitions materials and supplies; and maintains records.
• Processes paperwork related to work orders, projects and material requisitions.
• Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy.
• May serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.
• Performs inspections, adjustments, maintenance and repair work in accordance with recognized codes and standards on building systems for various trades such as plumbing, HVAC, welding, carpentry, painting and electrical.
• Evaluates work to be performed and determines the best method for performing maintenance and repair work.
• Performs repairs and renovations to modernize a building, building system or adapt it to new uses; designs projects to conform to applicable codes and standards.
• Acts as a lead worker on construction, maintenance or repair projects; establishes work schedules, assigns appropriate staff, and oversees repairs or renovations needed.
• Maintains safe and uninterrupted services to campus operations and programs systems.
• Accurately processes paperwork and maintains records on work orders, projects and material requisitions.
• May operate machinery such as backhoes, forklifts, etc. as necessary.
• May train others on the proper procedures and methods for repairs or inspections; maintains training records for staff.
• Actively participates and/or serves in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation; may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED, or relevant work experience such as masonry, carpentry, painting, performing repairs, renovations or routine preventative maintenance to buildings or residential homes.
• Vocational training in a designated trade is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the repair, maintenance, and operations of buildings, building systems and grounds.
• Knowledge of electronics, boilers, painting, plastering and carpentry; of building materials, plumbing and electrical fixtures; welding procedures, HVAC, sanitation, and refrigeration.
• Knowledge of industrial safety, fire, and safety regulations.
• Skill in the use of hand tools, power tools, and test equipment.
• Skill in preventative maintenance and inspections of buildings and building systems.
• Ability to perform maintenance, to follow instructions, estimate materials; to apply proper methods, techniques and procedures in the maintenance and repair of buildings, building and utility systems.
• Ability to interpret drawings, schematics, or sketches.
• Ability to organize preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to supervise the work of others.
• Ability to work independently or with a team.
• Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers and other facility staff.
• Ability to solve problems, make decisions and use good judgment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally or in writing with other members of the maintenance and facility team.

Certifications and Registrations

• Position may be required to drive and require a valid Driver’s License and eligible driving record based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.
• Must possess valid TX driver’s license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Generous time off benefits.
• Numerous opportunities for career advancement.

Pay

$3,409.83 – $5,094.16 per month.

Schedule

Day shift; may include rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime; may be required to work weekends and holidays; flexibility in work hours may be required.