General Maintenance Worker

PRIDE Industries; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 31,500 - 38,500; Full time

Job summary

PRIDE Industries is seeking a General Maintenance Worker in Fort Worth, Texas. This position requires performing maintenance and repair of equipment and buildings, including tasks such as plumbing, carpentry, and electrical work. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in using tools and a background in building maintenance.

Responsibilities include replacing fixtures, repairing structures, and maintaining safety practices. A valid driver's license and a High School Diploma or GED are necessary for this role. Candidates must be able to work independently and as a part of a team in various environments.

Qualifications

• One year of work experience in general building maintenance or ability to use hand and power tools.
• Ability to manage material resources, work safely, and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repair of equipment and buildings.
• Replace electrical receptacles, switches, and fixtures.
• Repair or replace sinks, water coolers, and toilets.

Skills

General building maintenance

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tool usage (hand and power tools)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools (hammers, drills)

Power tools (saws, hoists)

Job description

Salary: $35.27 per hour

Telecommute Status: Onsite

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the General Maintenance Worker performs general maintenance and repair of equipment and buildings requiring practical skill and knowledge (but not proficiency) in such trades as painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and electrical work. Work involves a variety of duties other than those of skilled craft workers, with attention to knowing and using safe work practices.

Typical Duties

• Replacing electrical receptacles, wires, switches, fixtures, and motors
• Using plaster or compound to patch minor holes and cracks in walls and ceilings
• Repairing or replacing sinks, water coolers, and toilets
• Painting structures and equipment
• Repairing or replacing concrete floors, steps, and sidewalks
• Replacing damaged paneling and floor tiles
• Hanging doors and installing door locks
• Replacing broken window panes
• Performing general maintenance on equipment and machinery
• May also perform duties and operate equipment related to sign‑making
• May purchase and pick up required supplies and materials charged to company to complete various projects
• Frequent travel between facilities is required
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of work experience in general building maintenance, or demonstrated ability to use hand and power tools (such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, wrenches, precision measures, electronic testing devices), and knowledge of and ability to properly use specialized equipment, including that used in one or more of the trades of electrical, plumbing or general carpentry
• Use and maintenance of own tools may be required
• Ability to manage material resources and time
• Ability to work safely
• Ability to follow directions, instructions, structured processes and procedures, and to complete tasks
• Customer service skills to act responsively to customer inquiries and requests; and to escalate more difficult matters appropriately
• Communication skills to provide procedural and factual information, and to follow written and oral instructions
• Flexibility to adapt to changing work priorities, and to build effective working relationships with staff, customers and others
• Demonstrated organizational, problem‑solving and common sense skills
• Ability to accurately track material resources and time, and adapt to changing work priorities
• Ability to travel to various facilities, and to work independently and as a team

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

Certificates or Licenses Required

Valid Driver’s License

Physical Requirements

• Maneuvering to and around equipment
• Standing and walking
• Bending, stooping, kneeling and reaching
• Lifting of boxes or equipment up to 50 pounds
• Climbing ladders or step stools

Work Environment

Work is performed at a customer’s location in office, shop, warehouse, or outdoor environment. May require driving to and from worksite locations. Equipment can be located in crawl spaces, rooftops, and outside facility. Employees may be exposed to hazardous and/or toxic substances, electrical shock, noise from equipment, and depending on external weather conditions, wind, rain, cold, and heat.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. Employees are expected to follow their supervisor’s instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.

PRIDE Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.