General Maintenance Technician

La Porte Isd; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to assist in the design, planning, and repair of building systems. This role involves hands-on construction and maintenance tasks, ensuring all structural and interior systems are in optimal condition. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in structural maintenance, alongside the ability to operate various tools and machinery. With a focus on safety and efficiency, this position offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will contribute to the upkeep of vital facilities. Join a team dedicated to maintaining excellence in infrastructure and enjoy competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Health insurance contribution

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in structural maintenance field preferred.
• Ability to maintain and repair existing structures as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair walls, flooring, and ceilings.
• Install, repair, and replace building hardware.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend design drawings

Ability to operate woodworking machinery

Ability to operate metal welding tools

Transform plans into a completed product

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Tools

Small hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Position: General Maintenance Technician

This position will start June 2025.

Primary Purpose:

Assist in designing, planning, constructing, installing and repair of all structural and interior building systems.

Education/Certification:

• GED/High School Diploma (preferred)
• Valid Texas Driver’s License; must be insurable by district's insurance carrier

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to read and comprehend design drawings
• Ability to operate all types of woodworking machinery
• Ability to operate all types of metal welding and burning tools and equipment preferred
• Ability to transform plans into a completed product

Experience:

Experience in structural maintenance field preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Construct, maintain and repair walls, flooring, ceiling and other construction.

2. Apply protective coating, such as primer and intermediate and finished coats, to prepared surfaces.

3. Erect steps and decks.

4. Alter building by installing or removing partitions.

5. Install flooring, ceiling and other coverings using gypsum board, paneling, fiberboard and acoustical tile and other materials.

6. Construct and install forms on small scale for construction such as concrete slabs.

7. Install anchors, reinforcement steel and lintels (such as bare, stirrups and wire mesh).

8. Place concrete in forms.

9. Maintain carpentry tools.

10. Install, repair, replace and adjust items of building hardware such as hinges, hasps, locks, hydraulic door openers and closers.

11. Repair and replace floor tile, carpet base and ceramic tile.

12. Maintain and repair existing structures as assigned.

13. Maintain a clean, safe and well-organized environment.

14. Perform all other duties as assigned by the General Maintenance Foreman and Director of Maintenance

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Small hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools; light truck or van
Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving
Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis
Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress, ability to communicate effectively (verbal)

Salary Information:

Pay Grade: Manual Trades Pay Grade 3, 250 Days

Min: $14.10/hour

Mid: $16.94/hour

Salary based on job-related experience.

Other Information:

The district contributes $400/monthly to the cost of "employee-only" health insurance which is $175/monthly greater than the state required amount of $225/monthly.

Apply: Apply online by completing the Manual Trades application at www.lpisd.org. Attach your resume to the application. Your application isconsidered complete when current, professional references have been received. These references must include your current supervisor.