Texas Department of Transportation · 8 hours ago
General Maint Tech I, II or III (Facilities)
Odessa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level
0+ years expThe Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a General Maintenance Technician I-III to handle a variety of maintenance and repair tasks to keep their facilities running smoothly. The role involves performing general building maintenance, including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC upkeep, while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assists in ordering and picking up maintenance supplies
Assists with the maintains and repairs floors, walls, ceilings, doors, windows, cabinets and furniture; as required moves items related to these activities including refinishing furniture
Cleans shop and other maintenance environments
Monitors and adjusts temperatures in working areas
Performs and/or monitors building operations and service activities including security, housekeeping, building and grounds maintenance as required moves items related to these activities
Performs general building maintenance and repairs
Assists with performing periodic preventative maintenance on heating, ventilating, air conditioning, electrical, and/or plumbing systems
Performs locksmith related duties and handles issues related to keys for facilities
Performs preventative maintenance on district fuel systems and maintains fuel levels in generators
Operates forklift, unloads facility deliveries, and safely stores stock in appropriate areas
Maintains grounds at district offices and shops and makes repairs as needed
Assists with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair as required
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Maintains and repairs floors, walls, ceilings, doors, windows, cabinets and furniture; as required moves items related to these activities
Refinishes furniture
Tapes and floats sheetrock
Enters work order information and tracks projects in the Automated Software System and orders materials and equipment
Prepares, cleans, primes, and paints interior and exterior walls, ceilings, and equipment
May assist other disciplines with repairs to HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems
Operates light and heavy equipment
Assembles, installs, repairs and maintains modular furniture systems
Inspects new equipment to check for compliance with specifications
Maintains and repairs security systems
May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks
Oversees a preventive maintenance program
Performs weekly walk-through of buildings to inspect operation of utility systems and related equipment
Qualification
Required
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle
General Maintenance Tech I: None
General Maintenance Tech II: 2 YEARS in general building maintenance and repair or related work experience
General Maintenance Tech III: 4 YEARS in general building maintenance and repair or related work experience
Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-time equivalent. Related technical training or education from an accredited institution may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis
Some knowledge of methods and procedures used in building maintenance and repair
Some skill in using, maintaining and repairing of tools and equipment of the trade
Ability to follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
Considerable knowledge of methods and procedures used in building maintenance and repair
Considerable knowledge of utility systems including heating, air conditioning, electrical wiring and plumbing
Considerable knowledge of methods and materials used in carpentry work
Considerable knowledge of tools and equipment used in building maintenance and repair
Proficient skill in using, maintaining and repairing of tools and equipment of the trade
Proficient skill in coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
Proficient skill in repairing and maintaining of buildings, utility systems and related equipment
Ability to match paint color and perform painting
Extensive knowledge of methods and procedures used in building maintenance and repair
Extensive knowledge of tools and equipment used in building maintenance and repair
Extensive knowledge of methods and materials used in carpentry work
Expert skill in coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
Expert skill in using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
Proficient skill in prioritizing and organizing work assignments
Proficient skill in training in a classroom, office, or field environment
Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to noise and vibration
Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation
Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids
Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
Works in narrow aisles or passageways
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers and grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
Talking expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures
Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements
This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions
Must be able to report for duty within 60 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond during emergency situations
Required to work weekends and holidays
Required to work hours other than 8 to 5
Must attend work regularly and observe approved work hours
Benefits
Retirement Plans
Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
Paid Leave and Holidays
Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
On-the-Job Training
Tuition Assistance Program
Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
Company
Texas Department of Transportation
Texas Department of Transportation maintains 80,000 miles of road for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Stephen Stewart, CPA.CITP
Chief Financial Officer
Carmella I.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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