Position Overview

Responsible for installation, repair, and maintenance of equipment and other duties required to maintain functioning building(s) or facilities.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs duties and tasks that are frequently non-routine involving building repairs both cosmetic and structural,
• repair and maintenance of machinery, electrical wiring and fixtures, water and wastewater systems, plumbing, and physical structure in accordance with instructions, blueprints, manuals, and all building codes.
• May apply advanced skills in area of specialization, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs.
• Resolves most questions and problems.
• May be required to drive personal or county vehicle to various work sites.
• Assists and trains less experienced co-workers and performs other duties as assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
 If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net. This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education:

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Experience:

Three (3) years hands-on in various aspects of building engineering operations, repairs, and maintenance of

commercial and/or industrial facilities such as air handlers, pumps, boilers, chillers, motors.

Knowledge, Skill & Abilities (KSAs):

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in a thorough, neat, and timely manner.
• Skilled in the care and use of hand tools and power equipment used in maintenance engineering trades.
• Must display mechanical aptitude.
• Good understanding of installation of equipment and ductwork.
• Self-starter possessing the interpersonal skills required to be a productive team player.
• Ability to maintain a courteous, helpful behavior always.
• Must be able to pass security check and drug test, as required. This position is Safety Sensitive and will be subject to random drug and alcohol screening.
• May be required to obtain license in assigned area.
• Valid driver's license (Texas upon hire) and a good driving record.

Education

• Two (2) years of related technical school or courses.
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal Certification.

Position Type

Regular Full-time

Salary Information

• Commensurate with experience
• Based on 26 pay periods

Typical Hours Of Work 

40 hours per week in eight-hour shifts in a 24-hour per day/7 day per week operation normally, but also subject to early morning, evening, weekend, overtime, and Holiday work as required.

Location

1111 Fannin Street

Work Environment

• Works outside in all kinds of weather; may work with no air conditioning or heating.
• Will work in cramped and awkward positions with all types of mechanical tools, electric and other equipment, and may be exposed to dust, dirt, paint fumes, etc

Physical Demands

• Physical ability to perform job duties including working on ladders and scaffolding; regularly standing, sitting, stretching, bending, stooping, and climbing.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move a minimum of fifty (50) pounds of equipment, supplies, and tools.
• Ability to safely install rigging/lifting devices for heavier items.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. 
 Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.