Facilities Maintenance Assistant I

City of Conroe • Conroe, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position performs semi-skilled work. Under supervision, employees of this class perform manual and semi-skilled tasks related to the maintenance and upkeep of City buildings.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of and experience in janitorial equipment, materials, and methods.
• Knowledge of maintaining and cleaning equipment and tools.
• Ability to move in a wide range of motions, stand, walk, kneel and sit for long periods of time and lift weights of 40 pounds.
• Ability to read, understand and follow product label instructions.
• Ability to work several consecutive hours in an office environment without the use of tobacco products
• Knowledge of proper construction techniques.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of electrical systems.
• Knowledge of fire control systems.
• Knowledge of plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of flooring systems (tile, carpet, wood, etc.)
• Knowledge and skill related to general contracting.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools and their uses.
• Ability to perform skilled laborer work such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical work and landscaping.
• Displays a high level of initiative, effort, attention to detail and commitment by completing assignments efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Fosters and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, group identity and team spirit throughout the organization.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions, day or night, in normal and emergency situations.
• Familiarity with computerized applications, Excel, Word, Email, work order database, etc.
• Good communication skills including the ability to speak, read and write in English.
• Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment.
• A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required.
• Must pass FBI Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) fingerprint-based criminal background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and semi-skilled tasks related to the maintenance and upkeep of City buildings.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• retirement plan
• employee assistance program
• paid time off
• free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED