0000003224.MAINTENANCE TECH.FACILITIES

Dallas County; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County Facilities Mgmt in Dallas, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician to assist in building maintenance including plumbing, electrical and HVAC. The role requires responding to emergency calls during evening, midnight and weekend shifts.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, 6 months general maintenance experience or 1 year formal training. A valid TX driver's license and ability to pass a security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited High School/GED or equivalent and 6 months of general maintenance experience or 1 year of formal work-related training.
• Six months of work related experience can substitute for six months of formal training or any combination of the two.
• Must pass a security clearance; position requires rotating days/shifts; Juvenile Department: working with juveniles may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs minor maintenance and emergency repairs on buildings, plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems.
• Monitors and logs mechanical equipment readings; checks consoles and floor units for proper operation.
• Works on jail doors: adjusts and repairs door mechanisms as needed.
• Inspections on main/auxiliary mechanical systems including air conditioning, boiler tanks and pumps.
• Performs weekly and monthly operational and maintenance inspections.
• Maintains and completes required reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

General maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's license (TX)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Assists maintenance personnel in all areas of building maintenance including plumbing, electrical and air conditioning. Responds to emergency calls during evening, midnight and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

1. Performs minor maintenance, makes emergency repairs and adjustments to buildings, plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems. Coordinates with On Call supervisor for assistance as needed.
2. Performs scanning, logging, inspections and/or maintenance of building mechanical equipment: logs meter readings, checks consoles and floor units for proper operation.
3. Works on jail doors: adjusting, repairing parts of door mechanisms, as necessary.
4. Performs inspections on main and auxiliary mechanical systems, including air conditioning, boiler condensation tanks and pumps.
5. Performs weekly and monthly operational and maintenance inspections.
6. Maintains and completes reports as required.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Training:

Graduation from an accredited High School/GED program. 6 months of general maintenance experience in a mechanical field not limited to building maintenance or one (1) year of formal work‑related training or a combination of the two as per Facilities hiring/promotion matrix.

Special Note: Six (6) months of work related experience can substitute for six (6) months of formal training or any combination of the two.

Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Must have a valid Texas Drivers License and good driving record. Must maintain a good driving record and remain in compliance with Article II, Subdivision II of Chapter 90 of the Dallas County Code. Must provide a 10-year driving history. Must pass a security clearance check. Position is required to work rotating days/shifts.

Juvenile Department:

“Position requires working with juveniles who may have committed dangerous/aggressive acts; should possess a high tolerance for working in an emotionally demanding/stressful work environment.”

Physical/Environmental Requirements:

Ability to climb ladders and lift weights in excess of 50 lbs. assisted. Ability to operate equipment efficiently and safely. Ability to withstand prolonged sitting, standing, bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, stretching, lifting and climbing ladders. Must be able to work in varying conditions surroundings, and all weather conditions.

Job Info

• Job Identification 26000204
• Posting Date 07/15/2026, 01:12 PM
• Apply Before 08/15/2026, 05:00 AM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Rotating
• Locations Facilities Mgmt, Dallas, TX, 75202, US