Maintenance Worker

City of San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Antonio seeks a labor/maintenance worker for the Central Library and city facilities. This unclassified, at-will role involves diverse maintenance tasks and custodial duties in public spaces, with a valid Texas Class C driver’s license and ability to perform physical work.

Typical duties include operating maintenance equipment, preparing facilities for events, and coordinating repairs. The job requires at least 1 year of labor experience and the ability to follow instructions

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
• One (1) year of experience in labor or maintenance.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
• Knowledge of safety procedures in the workplace.
• Knowledge of repairs in different trades (e.g., plumbing, electrical).

Responsibilities

• Uses maintenance equipment to perform duties in public areas and landscapes.
• Cleans, repairs, and replaces equipment at City facilities.
• Prepares City facilities for events.
• Participates in maintenance and repair of City buildings and facilities.
• Inspects equipment and reports needs for maintenance or repair.
• Operates tractor mower and other small equipment.
• Loads sand, gravel, or waste up to 50 lbs.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Manual labor

Safety procedures

Maintenance methods

Follow instructions

Laundry techniques

Communication

Physical stamina

Outdoor work

Job description

Job Summary

Under immediate supervision, is responsible for performing manual labor with a wide variety of construction and maintenance work. Depending on area of assignment, may be responsible for providing laundry and repair/mending service to maintain table skirts and covers. Exercises no supervision.

This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Work Location

Central Library - 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205

Work Hours

The work schedule will vary based on business needs of the department

Essential Job Functions

• Utilizes maintenance equipment to perform maintenance duties which may include sweeping or maintaining shrubs and flowers, clearing weeds and brush, mowing and trimming public areas tree maintenance to include trimming/pruning, and performing custodial duties in public areas.
• Cleans, repairs, and replaces equipment at City facilities.
• Prepares City facilities for various City events.
• Participates in the maintenance, and repair of City buildings, and facilities.
• Inspects equipment and reports any equipment in need of maintenance or repair.
• Operates tractor mower and other small equipment.
• Loads trucks with sand, gravel, or waste material using a hand shovel, lifting and carrying material weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
• One (1) year of experience in labor or maintenance.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge or experience working on repairs in different trades (Plumbing, Electrical, etc.)
• Knowledge of safety procedures in the workplace.

Application Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of manual labor tasks.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety measures as they apply to the type of work being performed.
• Knowledge of methods, equipment, and materials as they relate to the type of work being performed.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to learn basic laundering techniques, depending on area of assignment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the job, with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are inside and outside with routine repeated exposure to temperature variations, damp/wet surfaces, hazardous materials, and dirty environment.

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

Note

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.

02

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SARTW) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No

04

Do you have the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance?

• Yes
• No

05

What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above

06

How many years of verifiable labor or maintenance experience do you have working with a company, agency or organization?

• None
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years +

07

Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

08

Select any of the following skilled trades you have knowledge or experience with:

• Basic carpentry
• Plumbing
• Mechanical
• Electrical
• HVAC
• None of the above

09

Select any of the following items you have at least one (1) year of work experience with:

• Sweeping
• Mopping floors
• Vacuums
• Buffers
• Scrubbers
• Cleaning offices
• Cleaning restrooms
• Inspecting Equipment
• Repairing Equipment
• Performing preventive floor maintenance
• Operating Pressure Washer Equipment
• Weed Eater
• Chain Saws
• Riding Lawn Mowers
• Leaf Blowers
• Pallet Jacks
• Hand Trucks/Dolly
• Forklift
• Scissor Lift
• Hedge Trimmers
• None of the above

10

Describe a time when you had to meet scheduled deadlines and your work was being continually disrupted? What caused you the most difficulty, and why? How did you handle it? If you do not have related experience, enter "N/A".

11

Describe your knowledge or experience performing repairs across different trades, and list some of the duties you’ve held. If you do not have related experience, enter “N/A.”

12

I acknowledge that this position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

• I acknowledge

13

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail] or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.
• Required Question