General Maintenance Technician

Tigua Inc.; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Medical insurance

Job summary

Tigua Inc. is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance and repair tasks on equipment and facilities at land port of entries in the Brownsville, TX area.

The role requires the ability to pass government background investigations and drug screening, with on-call availability and potential for overtime or weekend work. The technician will handle preventive maintenance, inspections, and documentation, while working with a team to ensure safety and operational integrity across

Qualifications

• Heavy lifting up to 50-80 lbs.
• Available for after-hours and weekend on-call support.
• Must have HSPD-12 clearance and pass background/drug screen.
• Willing to travel with possible overnight stays.
• Able to read and interpret manuals, blueprints, and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural components.
• Respond to maintenance requests and troubleshoot issues to ensure timely resolution.
• Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance to identify problems.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and work orders.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols.

Skills

Heavy lifting

After-hours availability

HSPD-12 clearance

Travel willingness

Reading blueprints

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or vocational training

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Job description

Position Summary

The General Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks on equipment and facilities located at several land port of entries in the South Texas, Brownsville area. The ideal candidate must be able to pass government background investigation and drug screening.

This role supports a potential contract.

Role and Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on equipment and facilities, including HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, and structural components.
• Respond to maintenance requests and troubleshoot issues to ensure timely and effective resolutions.
• Conduct inspections and monthly preventive maintenance to identify potential problems and mitigate risks.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, inspections, and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
• Collaborate with other maintenance staff and contractors to complete projects efficiently.
• Provide emergency response and repairs as needed to minimize downtime and maintain operational integrity.
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment necessary for maintenance tasks.
• Assist in the implementation of maintenance schedules and procedures
• Must be able to respond to a Priority 1 work order immediately, this includes weekends and holidays. Communication must be made to Tigua to provide a detailed status update to be entered into Maximo.
• Must be able to respond to a Priority 2 work order via phone call within 30 minutes and be on site within 1 hour plus travel.
• Must respond to a Priority 3 work order within 30 days

Qualifications

• Heavy lifting of up to 50-80lbs.
• Must be available for after-hours support and weekend on-call support as needed.
• Must have the HSPD-12 clearance, preliminary background check and drug screen
• The HSPD-12 is the background check in compliance to the Customs and Border Patrol/LPOE standard
• Travel requirement with possible overnight stays as required.
• OSHA-10 Certification or able to complete in the first 30 days. Preferred
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or vocational training in maintenance or related field preferred
• 2–3 years’ experience in basic electrical, mechanical, and computer technology experience.

Conditions of Employment

• May be required to serve a probationary period.
• An Employment and Financial Interest Statement is required.
• This position requires a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).

Clearance Required

Must be able to pass a government background investigation.

Travel

Travel to and from each port of entry is required.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, where you will be required to be on call 24/7, Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Medical insurance

Physical and Technical Environment

• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and perform tasks in confined spaces.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform manual labor for extended periods.

(The right is reserved under provisions PL 93-638 Section (b), (f), (g), (i), 20 USD450 Indian Self Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1974 to give PREFERENCE AND OPPORTUNITY for employment, training, and contracts to Indians)