Building Maintenance Worker II - Facilities Management & Planning

Fort Bend County; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County in Texas is seeking a Facilities Technician to perform mechanical, electrical, plumbing repairs and general maintenance across county buildings. The role requires at least 1 year of related experience, a high school diploma or GED, and strong communication skills. The starting hourly wage ranges from $18.49 to $23.12, with full-time benefits and retirement options.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of related experience with basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing and HVAC repairs.
• Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs mechanical, electrical, plumbing and repairs as needed.
• Maintains routine checks on general conditions of buildings.
• Moves or assembles furniture.
• Repairs and replaces light bulbs and fixtures and changes air conditioning filters.
• Performs building renovations as needed.
• Repairs HVAC units as required.
• Participates in emergency management duties as directed during a local disaster.

Skills

Electrical repairs

HVAC repairs

Plumbing repairs

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the \"quality of life\" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

• Performs mechanical, electrical, plumbing and repairs as needed.
• Maintains routine check on general conditions of building.
• Moves or assembles furniture.
• Repairs and replaces light bulbs and fixtures and changes air conditioning filters.
• Performs building renovations as needed.
• Repairs HVAC units as required.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma/GED.
• 1 year job related experience with basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing and HVAC repairs.
• Good verbal communication skills, good interpersonal skills, with ability to deal effectively with people.

STARTING SALARY RANGE:

$18.49 - $23.12 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE:

Upon filling position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification. For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized not only on the creed of real estate: location, location, location, but also on the “quality of life” that is so sought after by families looking for the right place to call “home”. Fort Bend County is looking for motivated people that love coming to work, dare to do their best, want to work with like-minded people, and help change the community.