Maintenance Helper - Part Time/Seasonal

Trinity River Authority of Texas; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A government water authority in Texas is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Mechanic. This position involves routine maintenance work focusing on grounds maintenance, assisting with repairs of buildings and equipment, and performing essential tasks under supervision. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED and a valid Texas driver's license. The role includes various outdoor and equipment handling responsibilities, requiring attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Entry level position.
• Valid Texas driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance to grounds including mowing, edging, and trash pickup.
• Assist with routine preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Support carpentry, painting, plumbing, and welding work as assigned.

Skills

Ability to comprehend and carry out written and oral instruction

Ability to read operation manuals and safety data sheets

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand and power tools

Mowing equipment

Tractor

Backhoe

All terrain vehicle

Job description

Lake Livingston Project, 5170 S FM 1988, Livingston, TX 77351, USA

Advancement Opportunities

• Maintenance Mechanic I
• Maintenance Mechanic II
• Maintenance Mechanic, Sr.
• Maintenance Mechanic, Chief
• Maintenance Supervisor

Position Summary

This position performs routine maintenance work primarily focused on grounds maintenance. May provide some assistance to more senior maintenance mechanics to repair buildings, machines and equipment. Individual is given specific instruction, and work is performed under direct supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Performs general maintenance to grounds including mowing, edging, weedeating, tree trimming, seeding, digging, trash pickup, and operation of related equipment.
2. Provides assistance for routine preventive maintenance and repair to existing buildings, machinery and equipment. Work may be performed on motors, pumps, vehicles, tractors, mowers, and plumbing.
3. Assists with carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, and welding work as assigned.
4. Employees assigned to this position are classified as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to report to work when scheduled during departmental and/or emergency situations including, but not limited to, extended periods of inclement weather when travel may be difficult. This position is essential because in the absence of sufficient personnel, the plant cannot operate safely.

Work Leadership Responsibilities

This position does not regularly provide work leadership or full personnel management to any employees.

Financial Responsibility

None

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience

Entry level.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Texas driver's license.

Knowledge

None

Skills and Abilities

Ability to comprehend and carry out written and oral instruction. Ability to read operation manuals and safety data sheets.

Guidance Received

Receives ongoing detailed supervision and standard procedures. Follows standard procedures and/or detailed instructions for each task or assignment; any situation that calls for something different is referred to a supervisor or more senior position.

Working Conditions

Working conditions include exposure to weather, odor, noise, chemical hazards gases and dust.

Tools and Equipment Used

Hand and power tools, mowing equipment, tractor, backhoe, and all terrain vehicle.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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