Maintenance Worker-FBC Fairgrounds

Fort Bend County; Rosenberg (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a Maintenance Worker-FBC Fairgrounds to ensure buildings and grounds are prepared for events and kept in good condition. The role involves cleaning interiors and exteriors, operating equipment, and performing basic repairs across the fairgrounds facilities.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 6 months of related experience, plus solid interpersonal skills and the ability to follow detailed instructions. Weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 6 months related experience.
• Basic operation of lawn and building care equipment with good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare buildings and grounds for functions at fairgrounds.
• Clean buildings, sweep and scrub floors, wipe surfaces, restrooms and kitchens.
• Clean outdoor restrooms and perform repairs as needed.
• Operate tractor and forklift.
• Mow grass and weed eat areas; repair equipment as necessary.
• Open and close buildings during weekend duty.
• Paint and repair woodwork and plaster; set up and operate machine tools.
• Maintain arena area; keep records and submit repair reports.
• Participate in emergency management activities as directed.

Skills

6 months exp

Interpersonal skills

Instruction following

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Tractor operation

Forklift operation

Job description

Current Fort Bend County Employees (excluding election workers):

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

Maintenance Worker-FBC Fairgrounds

• Responsible for having the building and grounds ready for functions at fairgrounds.
• Clean the buildings, including sweep and scrub floors, wipe tables and chairs, clean restrooms and kitchens.
• Clean outdoor restrooms and make necessary repairs.
• Operate tractor and forklift.
• Mow grass and weed eat.
• Repair equipment as necessary.
• Pick up trash from parking lot and grounds.
• Responsible for opening and closing buildings during weekend duty.
• Paints and repairs woodwork and plaster.
• Sets up and operates machine tools o repair or fabricate parts.
• Maintains arena area as required or requested by Fair Association.
• Keeps records and submits reports of repairs completed.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• 6 months job related experience.
• Basic skills in operation of lawn and building care equipment; good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with other employees and the public. Requires understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved verbal and written instructions; complete printed forms and make notes; perform routine mathematical calculations.

SALARY: $16.34-$20.43-HOURLY

CLOSING DATE: Upon Filling Position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.