TMD - Maintenance Specialist V (Facility Maintenan

TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals. Your work will contribute to the support we offer our Texas National Guard members, thereby multiplying their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate.

About Us

The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of 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.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and performs pipe cutting, welding, preassembly, and/or installation of plumbing systems or components.
• Coordinates and prepares work orders, reports, and records.
• Performs troubleshooting and preventative maintenance tasks on plumbing and structural equipment.
• Assembles pipe sections, tubing, or fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
• Installs pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances, or fixtures.
• Locates and marks the position of pipe connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures.
• Cuts, threads, or bends pipe to required angles using hand or power tools or machines.
• Reviews blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
• Recommends and installs energy-efficient equipment and alternative water sources.
• Makes estimates related to time, materials, for repair jobs.
• Inspect structures to assess material or equipment needed.
• Welds small pipes or special piping using specialized techniques, equipment, or materials.
• Conducts annual inspections and testing on backflows.
• Coordinates or schedules building repair, renovation, or restoration projects.
• Performs repairs and renovations to modernize a building or adapt it to new uses while retaining original appearance.
• May serve as a lead worker providing directions to others.
• May train others.
• Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies and procedures handbook.
• May be required to perform duty in support of national emergencies, disasters and other missions, to include holidays and weekends.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Requirements

Education: Graduation from a standard high school or equivalent. Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program in plumbing or a related field is highly desirable.

Experience: Six years of full-time experience in plumbing, pipefitting, or a closely related field. Experience in construction, restoration, renovation, or maintenance work is preferred.

Certifications/Licenses: Valid Texas Plumbing License or the ability to obtain one within six months of employment. Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification is required within one year of employment. Valid Texas driver’s license.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefits (employee premiums are covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance at competitive rates
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidays
• Defined benefit retirement structure known as a 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

Schedule

Tuesday - Friday, 10 hours a day, 40 hours a week