Facilities & Maintenance Specialist

THE TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCIES, INC; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

COMMUNITY ACTION, INC. of CENTRAL TEXAS is seeking a Facilities & Maintenance Specialist to perform routine repairs and upkeep across agency facilities. The role supports operations, moves equipment, delivers supplies, and assists with training and event setup.

The position is regular part-time, Mon-Fri, 16-20 hours per week, with the salary range of $16.93 to $19.92 per hour, commensurate with experience and education. Reports to the Facilities & Maintenance Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Texas valid driver’s license.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Ability to work with young children.
• Knowledge of operation and use of hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of general maintenance methods, equipment and materials.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, orally and in writing.
• Basic Windows/Excel computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate emergencies and vehicle operations with the Head Start Operations Coordinator.
• Maintain agency vehicles and equipment and ensure safety checks.
• Repair minor plumbing and lighting; install office furniture and Bulletin boards.
• Move furniture, supplies and set up classrooms, meetings and events.
• Inspect buildings and report safety hazards.
• Manage time, attend meetings, and adapt to program needs.

Skills

English communication

Hand and power tools

General maintenance knowledge

Windows/Excel

Working with young children

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

COMMUNITY ACTION, INC. of CENTRAL TEXAS

Job Vacancy #26-41

Program: Early Childhood Education

Position: Facilities & Maintenance Specialist

Location: Hays & Caldwell Counties

Status: Regular Part Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday; 16-20 hrs./wk.

Salary: $16.93-$19.92/hr. (commensurate w/experience & education)

Reports to: Facilities & Maintenance Coordinator

Date Posted: September 11, 2026

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

MISSION

Helping Central Texas improve economic self-reliance through a wide range of services and community partnerships.

STRATEGIC FUNCTION

To provide routine repairs and maintenance of facilities and equipment. Provide support services such as move vehicles to different locations, move equipment, deliver supplies, and assist with training and special event set-up.

OPERATING PRINCIPLES

• Lifelong Learning: Seeks innovative opportunities to expand knowledge, skills, and experiences.
• Effective Communication: Provides well thought-out, concise, and timely oral and written information.
• Teamwork: Considers group effort more important than individual effort.
• High Personal Standards: Sets challenging goals and continuously seeks feedback and opportunities to improve performance.
• Flexibility: Accepts other viewpoints, shifts strategies if necessary, and adjusts to changing work priorities.
• Concern for Accuracy and Effectiveness: Considers how work impacts both short term and long-term operating efficiencies.
• Initiative: Is proactive rather than reactive.
• Courteous and Respectful: Ensures all business dealings and relationships are conducted fairly and honestly.

Duties/Responsibilities

Transportation:

• In conjunction with Head Start Operations Coordinator, coordinate the handling of emergencies, delays or cancellations or other unforeseen circumstances. Then communicate staff.
• Ensure proper maintenance and safety checks of agency vehicles and equipment.
• Refuel/check fluids/car wash etc., on agency vehicles as needed.
• Monitor/coordinate agency vehicles for current inspections, oil changes, etc.
• Move vehicles from different sites and as needed, to vehicle repair agencies.

Facilities:

• Repair minor plumbing issues.
• Replace lighting as needed (fluorescent light, light bulbs, etc.)
• Install office furniture, and hang bulletin boards, etc.
• Move furniture and equipment, set up classrooms, set up for meetings and special events.
• Assist in maintaining supply inventory.
• Delivery of supplies to sites.
• Inspect buildings, grounds and equipment to identify maintenance, repairs, and report safety hazards.

Other:

• Arrives on time and works designated hours (unless otherwise specified by immediate supervisor).
• Flexibility with work schedule and location as needed based on program needs, 5 hours per day.

General Indicators:

• Submits time sheets accurately and on time to supervisor.
• Submits mileage accurately and on time to supervisor.
• Attends all staff and other meetings as assigned.
• Manages time effectively.
• Be a positive role model.
• Maintains confidentiality: records, client services, and staff.
• Adheres to agency's best practices related to time and leave.
• Dress is appropriate to work environment.
• Maintains professionalism.
• Maintains a safe, orderly and clean environment.
• Willing to work at alternative locations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirement/Qualifications

Required:

• Texas valid driver’s license
• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to work with young children
• Knowledge of operation and use of hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of methods, equipment and materials used in general maintenance work.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English, both orally and in writing,
• Basic computer skills: Windows/Excel

Physical Requirements

• Lift 50 pounds
• Daily standing for periods of several hours while executing various tasks
• Ability to crouch, bend, twist, stoop, kneel, etc. to facilitate various repairs and maintenance. Includes frequent ladder climbing and occasionally crawling under buildings
• Simple grasping and hand manipulation required as well as reaching above shoulder level

Other Requirements

• Pre-employment driver's license check
• Annual driver's license check
• Initial and annual TB screening are required for all Head Start staff at the agency's expense.
• Criminal Background Check required for all Head Start staff at the agency's expense.
• Fingerprinting required for all Head Start staff at the employee's expense.
• Valid insurance (personal injury and liability)
• Daily access to a vehicle.