Building Maintenance Worker III - Facilities Management & Planning - 2 positions available

Fort Bend County; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County seeks a Maintenance Technician to assist with general repairs across facilities, including electrical, plumbing and carpentry tasks. You will repair HVAC systems, install wiring, perform routine condition checks and support preventative maintenance.

You may train teammates and participate in emergency management duties during local incidents. Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED, 3 years of related experience, and good verbal/written communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic plumbing and carpentry knowledge; license preferred.
• 3 years related experience in maintenance or facilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to interact with the public and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general repairs within the facility, incl. electrical, plumbing and furniture movement.
• Repair HVAC and electrical equipment as required.
• Make necessary repairs to building facilities.
• Install and repair electrical wiring as needed.
• Maintain routine checks on general building conditions.
• Assist in preventative maintenance of all systems.
• Train or assist other employees with duties.
• Participate in emergency management activities during local disasters.

Skills

General maintenance

Electrical knowledge

HVAC knowledge

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!

• Assist with general repairs within the facility including, basic electrical, plumbing, preventative maintenance, assembling and moving furniture as needed.
• Repairs HVAC and electrical equipment as required.
• Makes necessary repairs to building facilities.
• Installs and repairs electrical wiring as needed.
• Maintains routine check on general conditions of all buildings.
• Assists in the preventative maintenance of all systems.
• Trains and/or assists other employees with their duties.
• 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.
• 3 years job related experience.
• Basic working knowledge of plumbing and carpentry; specific knowledge of commercial electrical and HVAC systems. License preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills; good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $20.71 - $25.89 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling 2 positions

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.