Maintenance Worker - Facilities

Position Summary

Performs general maintenance tasks in assigned area of responsibility.

Essential Functions

• Performs general maintenance tasks for City buildings and facilities.
• Prepares, equipment, vehicles, and tools for work assignments.
• Assists other co-workers as assigned.
• Subject to be on call 24 hours for emergencies and respond as necessary for area of assigned responsibility.
• Assist in the repair of HVAC system, electrical systems, and roofing.
• Repair or replace parts and equipment as needed.
• Install and/or repair plumbing lines, parts and fixtures.
• Repair furniture as needed.
• Perform mechanical repairs on equipment, building systems, doors, security and fire systems, etc.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

• 6 months of experience.
• Any combination of related, education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.

• Knowledge and skill in the proper use of hand and power tools required to perform facility maintenance.
• Knowledge of applying paints, chemicals, lubricants, and other materials used in maintenance work.
• Knowledge of safety practices to be observed in building maintenance activities.

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety practices and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks.
• Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to repair or replace plumbing fixtures, lines, fittings, equipment and components.

• Skill use of mechanical-electrical/power tools, equipment, and machinery used in every day construction and equipment installation.
• Skill in use of bucket trucks and other indoor and outdoor lift equipment.

• Must submit and pass a pre-employment drug, pre-placement medical examination and the job placement assessment (JPA).
• Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers License Class “C” and good driving record as defined by City policy.
  • An applicant who does not possess a Texas Driver's License or proper class, will be allowed ten (10) working days after a job offer is made to obtain proper licensing.

Work Hours

Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5:30pm Fri 7:30am-11:30am and on call.

Experience job stability and attractive benefits by pursuing a full-time career in municipal government with the City of Lewisville.

• TMRS – Employees are required to contribute 7% of their salary, the City will match 2:1
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan – if employees contribute a minimum of 4%, the City will contribute 3.76% to a 401(a) Plan in the employee’s name (vested after 5 years of service)
Medical Coverage (includes Prescription Drugs) – 2 medical plans through CIG
• , including an HSA
• Dental Coverage through CIG
• Vision Coverage through Superior Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care FSA’s)
• Pre-tax Premium Deductions
• Life Insurance equal to four times annual salary
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance equal to three times annual salary
• Voluntary Dependent Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness Coverage
• 10 days of vacation per year for years 1-4, 15 days of vacation per year for years 5-9, and 20 days of vacation per year for 10 years of service.
• 15 sick days per year
• 11 paid holidays per year
• 8 Hours of Paid Volunteer Time Off per year through our VTO Program
• 15 days paid military leave per year
• Extended military pay if called to active duty
• Workers’ Compensation
• Near-site Wellness Center
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Employee membership discount to Thrive, LELLA, and Lake Park
• Employee recognition programs and events throughout the year