Maintenance & Carpentry Technician (Flexible Hours)

Denton County; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Denton County is seeking a Maintenance Specialist I to perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair of county buildings and facilities. The role focuses on building trades such as hanging sheetrock, painting, and related renovation tasks, with optional support for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.

You will work with Facilities Management, may require before/after hours and occasional weekend work, and a valid Texas driver’s license is needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of one year of experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Millwork, carpentry, or fabrication experience preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver’s license within 90 days of employment.
• Must be able to pass a State Criminal History background check.

Responsibilities

• Hangs and finishes sheetrock, paneling, wallpaper, tile, and moldings; installs and repairs carpeting; installs glass panes; installs suspended ceiling grids and tiles.
• Performs general carpentry and renovation work in construction, repair or alteration of floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, and screens; builds or repairs partitions, cabinets, tables, shelves, and bookcases.
• Obtains bids from vendors and contractors as necessary.
• Sands, paints, or stains walls, woodwork, cabinets, tables, and other wooden articles.
• Assembles and moves furniture; sets up and disassembles meeting rooms.
• Operates trucks and trailers to transport materials to and from job sites, or to deliver supplies to County offices.
• Performs occasional metal welding and fabrication.
• Maintains a clean work environment and job site.
• Regular and punctual attendance is required with flexible hours that consist of before or after regular hours along with weekend time to be determined by Facilities Management.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Carpentry

Sheetrock installation

Painting

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Power tools

Job description

Denton County is seeking a Maintenance Specialist I to perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair of county buildings and facilities. The role focuses on building trades such as hanging sheetrock, painting, and related renovation tasks, with optional support for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.

You will work with Facilities Management, may require before/after hours and occasional weekend work, and a valid Texas driver’s license is needed.