Maintenance Specialist III

Texas Health and Human Services; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Waco, TX, seeks a Maintenance Specialist III to perform complex journey-level work across building trades, ensuring reliable campus operations.

The role involves inspecting, repairing, and maintaining plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, and other systems, with opportunities to train others and support disaster response and COOP activations.

Qualifications

• Requires journey-level work in building maintenance and construction trades.
• Inspects, adjusts, and installs building systems following codes.
• Maintains and repairs buildings, utility systems, and equipment.
• Maintains records and completes work orders.
• May operate heavy machinery as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and repairs on building systems across trades.
• Identify material needs and order parts.
• Maintain safe campus operations and service continuity.
• Assist in training others as needed.
• Complete documentation and records.

Skills

Building maintenance

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Welding

Painting

Tools

Backhoes

Forklifts

Job description

Date: Sep 23, 2026
Location:
WACO, TX
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.
Functional Title: Maintenance Specialist IIIJob Title: Maintenance Specialist IIIAgency: Health & Human Services CommDepartment: Plant MaintenancePosting Number: 21684Closing Date: 10/07/2026Posting Audience: Internal and ExternalOccupational Category: Building and Grounds Cleaning and MaintenanceSalary Range: $3,095.33 - $4,594.50Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-A-14Shift: Day
Additional Shift
Telework: Not Eligible for TeleworkTravel: Up to 15%Regular/Temporary: RegularFull Time/Part Time: Full timeFLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
Facility Location: Waco Center for Youth
Job Location City: WACO
Job Location Address: 3501 N 19TH ST
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Brief Job DescriptionWould you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. The psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.
The Maintenance Specialist III performs complex (journey-level) work in one or more building maintenance and construction trades. Work involves conducting inspections, adjustments, and installations; maintaining and repairing buildings, utility systems, and stationary equipment, dependent on the trade; operating motorized equipment; requisitioning materials and supplies; and maintaining records. Completes paperwork and maintains work order records. Communicates verbally and in writing, possibly using electronic equipment and devices. Works as a team member with other shops and employees. May be required to perform other tasks to include operation of a motor vehicle, making deliveries, picking up supplies, and other incidental tasks. May provide training and guidance to others. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights and/or weekends.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
• Performs inspections, adjustments, maintenance, and repair work on building systems in accordance with recognized codes and standards for various trades such as plumbing, HVAC, welding, carpentry, painting, and electrical to ensure proper maintenance and repair. Demonstrates proper use of hand tools or equipment while performing repairs or inspections. Follows directions in performance of duties.
• Performs repairs and renovations to modernize a building, building system, or adapt it to new uses. Identifies necessary information such as time required to perform repair/renovation and physical location of necessary repair/renovation. Identifies necessary materials and assembly details.
• Selects appropriate materials to replace and repair building or building systems. Assists in identifying the causes of system or equipment failure. Calculates materials, labor costs, and orders parts and supplies to properly make the necessary repairs.
• Maintains safe and uninterrupted services to campus operations and programs systems.
• Tests safety equipment as necessary.
• Accurately completes and maintains records on work orders, projects, and materials requisitions.
• May operate heavy machinery such as backhoes, forklifts, etc. as necessary.
• May train and provide guidance to others on the proper procedures and methods for repairs or inspections.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KS