Maintenance Worker

Under general supervision, perform minor construction, building maintenance and related activities at City of Big Spring facilities and property.  

Non-ExemptEssential duties and functions may include the following:

• Perform needed repairs and general maintenance.
• Repair/maintain heating and cooling systems as required.
• Drive vehicles as needed.
• Move furniture, file cabinets, equipment, etc. using hand dollies.
• Repair/replace electric plugs and cords.
• Hammer nails/stakes.  Install door closers, kick plates, locks, etc.
• Operate drills, buffers, grinders, sanders, etc.
• Operate various power saws, i.e. radial arm skill, etc.
• Perform basic plumbing installations/repairs i.e. install and repair faucets, unclog drains, replace valves, etc.
• Perform semi-skilled carpentry work in the construction and repair of walls, ceilings, etc.
• Perform minor repairs to tables, chairs, desks, cabinets, etc.
• Paint, varnish, and/or seal walls, ceilings, floors, furniture, equipment, etc. using brushes, rollers, air sprayers, etc.
• Operate forklift.
• Read profiles/blueprints.
• Measure using tapes, transits, levels, etc.
• Install/replace floor and ceramic tiles.
• Perform related tasks as required.

• High School diploma or GED certificate.
• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• One to two years of building maintenance and/or construction work, including heating, cooling electrical and plumbing systems
• Possession of a valid Class C Texas Driver's License.

• Must posses required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. 
• Knowledge of basic plumbing.
• Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in routine painting.
• Knowledge of equipment, methods, and materials used in moderate levels of carpentry and construction, i.e. building walls, hanging doors and windows.
• Knowledge of basic electricity.
• Knowledge of basic heating and cooling system operations.
• Knowledge of proper safety practices, procedures, and regulations applicable to work being performed.
• Knowledge of equipment, methods and materials used in repairing and maintaining facilities.
• Knowledge of the equipment, methods, and materials used in ground maintenance.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
• Skill in operating power tools and mechanical equipment effectively and safely.
• Skill in reading and understanding simple blueprints.
• Skill in performing emergency and routine repairs and maintenance as required.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Salary : $34,938