TMD - Maintenance Specialist III

About the role

The Texas Military Department (TMD) is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform complex journey-level grounds, building maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, or electrician construction work. This role involves maintaining the appearance of grounds, repairing buildings and utility systems, operating motorized equipment, requisitioning materials, and maintaining records. The position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and works under general supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, preventive and corrective maintenance on facilities and assigned equipment to achieve reliability, identify problems, and repair equipment.
• Order parts, tools, and materials required for maintenance.
• Operate riding mowers, tractors, loaders, pick-up trucks, ground maintenance trailers, and related equipment.
• Use handheld lawn maintenance equipment such as weed-eaters, blowers, edgers, and chain saws.
• Follow procedures directed by work orders, higher-level technicians, or supervisors to conduct troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs.
• Adhere to safety standards by promoting a safe work environment, attending safety committees and training, and addressing safety concerns.
• Prepare and validate the preventative maintenance schedule.
• Respond to emergency situations during or after hours to resolve immediate safety concerns.
• Identify and recommend long-term needs and strategies for facilities and components to achieve cost savings.
• Inform personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders to support decision-making and compliance with building and safety regulations.
• Maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment to ensure availability in safe operating condition.
• Lead training and department orientation for new and existing associates.
• Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours per agency policies.
• May be required to support national emergencies, disasters, and other missions as needed.

Work Schedule

• Tuesday through Friday, 10 hours per day, 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits with 100% employee premium coverage and 50% family premium coverage.
• Optional vision, dental, life, and disability insurance at competitive rates.
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and state and federal holidays.
• Defined benefit retirement structure (cash balance benefit) with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annually.
• Additional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs).
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
• Potential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent).
• Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structures.
• Robust free training access through Texas Military Department's Web-Based Learning Program.
• Expansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling services.
• Employee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs.

About Us

Our Agency: The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and comprises the Texas Military Department (State and Federal Civilian Employees), the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG), and the Texas State Guard (TXSG).

Our Vision: America's premier state military organization comprised of professional mission-ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century.

Our Mission: Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities at home and abroad.