Building Facilities Maintenance I

Texas Biomedical Research Institute•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Texas Biomed is seeking a Building Facilities Maintenance team member to perform routine maintenance and construction or remodeling work across its facilities. The role uses diagnostic skills to repair or replace worn or defective parts on building systems, machines, and mechanical equipment, with an emphasis on electrical repairs. Electrical work is limited to repairs on 120- to 240-volt services as defined by the City of San Antonio Electrical Code. The position includes routine inspections, minor plumbing, carpentry, and electrical repairs, air-conditioning filter changes and recordkeeping, emergency repairs, and logging meter readings. It also involves minor troubleshooting and repairs of light vehicles and small trailers, as well as planning work from diagrams and technical materials and diagnosing mechanical problems using references such as blueprints and repair manuals. The employee provides 24/7 emergency on-call service on a rotating basis. The position may follow a rotating 10-hour, four-day work schedule; occasional weekend and holiday work and overtime are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, with advanced certification or licensure requiring academic study in a technical area.
At least 2 years of job-specific experience.
Registered Maintenance Technician License required by the City of San Antonio; it may be obtained during employment.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Texas Biomed driving standards.
Ability to work occasional weekends and holidays and overtime.
Ability to participate in rotating 24/7 on-call emergency service.

Nice To Haves

4 or more years of job-specific experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect equipment and facilities regularly, perform on-site repairs, or report trouble or outages.
Make minor repairs in assigned areas, including plumbing, carpentry, and electrical work.
Perform electrical repairs on 120- to 240-volt services within the limits of the City of San Antonio Electrical Code.
Change filters on air-conditioning units and related equipment and maintain a log of change frequency and filter types.
Make emergency repairs and adjustments to equipment as needed.
Scan and log meter readings on control panels and machinery as required.
Perform minor troubleshooting and repairs on light fleet vehicles and small trailers, and take vehicles to commercial garages for repairs.
Plan and lay out work using diagrams, drawings, blueprints, manuals, and schematic drawings.
Diagnose mechanical problems and determine corrective action using blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as needed.
Provide 24/7 on-call emergency service on a rotating basis with other team members.

Benefits

Employee-centered culture with more than 100 culture events each year.
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, including pet insurance options.
Employer-funded retirement plan with 6% contributions starting on day one, increasing with years of service.
Paid time off, including 14 paid holidays and a paid Winter Recess.
Paid time off for short-term illness and mental wellness.
Volunteer Time Off.
Paid parental leave.
Flexible work arrangements.
On-site medical clinic, wellness incentives, and prescription support programs.
On-site fitness center and wellness programs.
Relaxed dress code.
Professional development opportunities, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and leadership programs.