Facilities Maintenance Worker

City of Sweetwater•Sweetwater, TX

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Facilities Maintenance Worker performs semi-skilled and skilled maintenance, repair, construction, and preventive maintenance work involving city-owned buildings, facilities, equipment, and related property. The role helps keep facilities safe, clean, functional, and presentable by identifying maintenance needs, responding to service requests, completing routine work within the employee’s training and authorization, and coordinating specialized work with supervisors or outside contractors. The employee may work independently, prioritize multiple requests, respond to emergencies, and perform other duties as assigned. Duties include inspecting and maintaining city buildings; repairing building components and performing minor drywall, masonry, concrete, painting, and renovation work; carrying out routine HVAC preventive maintenance; performing minor plumbing and authorized basic electrical and lighting maintenance; conducting inspections and documenting work; and responding to work orders. The worker also prepares facilities for meetings, elections, public events, and community activities; maintains tools, equipment, vehicles, and supplies; follows safety requirements; and assists other departments and with weather, storm, emergency, or after-hours facility needs as directed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred; equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
One year of building, construction, facilities, property, mechanical, or related maintenance experience preferred.
Relevant military, construction, industrial, commercial, residential, or maintenance experience may be considered in lieu of formal education or specific municipal experience.
Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license or obtain one within the period established by City policy and maintain an acceptable driving record.
Knowledge of general building maintenance methods, materials, and equipment; basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, painting, construction, and HVAC preventive maintenance; hand and power tools; occupational hazards and PPE; and basic inventory practices.
Ability to perform and diagnose routine repairs; read work orders, manufacturer instructions, safety information, and basic plans or drawings; and safely use tools, ladders, lifts, and equipment.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision, prioritize assignments, and respond appropriately to emergencies.
Ability to maintain accurate records and communicate effectively and professionally with City employees, supervisors, contractors, vendors, and the public.
Ability to establish effective working relationships and work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

Inspect city buildings and facilities for maintenance, repair, safety, and operational concerns, and maintain offices, shops, storage facilities, public buildings, and other city structures.
Repair or replace building components such as doors, locks, hinges, handles, cabinets, shelving, partitions, windows, and ceiling materials.
Perform minor drywall, sheetrock, plaster, masonry, concrete, and general repairs; prepare and paint surfaces; and assist with roofs, gutters, siding, remodeling, renovations, and facility improvements.
Keep buildings and work areas clean, safe, and orderly.
Perform routine preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment, replace routine components when authorized, monitor equipment for problems, and coordinate specialized repairs with qualified contractors or service providers.
Perform minor plumbing repairs and routine drain maintenance; carry out basic electrical and lighting maintenance only within training, authorization, applicable laws, and safety requirements; report significant hazards and refer out-of-scope work.
Conduct routine inspections of buildings, systems, fixtures, and equipment; maintain schedules and document completed work.
Identify recurring problems and recommend corrective action to help extend the useful life of city facilities and equipment.
Respond to departmental maintenance requests and prioritize work based on safety, urgency, operational needs, and available resources.
Complete work orders and records of work performed, materials used, and outstanding issues; communicate status to supervisors and coordinate vendors or contractors as directed.
Prepare facilities for meetings, elections, public events, and community activities; move furniture and equipment; and assist with event setup and cleanup.
Maintain City-issued tools, equipment, vehicles, and supplies; track parts and materials; and follow city purchasing and inventory procedures.
Follow safety policies and applicable requirements, use required PPE, secure hazardous work areas, and report unsafe conditions, hazards, property damage, or deficiencies.
Help maintain compliance with applicable building, fire, health, safety, and accessibility requirements.
Meet contractors and vendors when directed, provide access and scope information, observe routine work for completion, and report concerns.
Assist Operations, Public Works, Parks, Fleet, or other departments as directed; operate city vehicles or equipment when authorized; and support weather, storm, emergency, after-hours, or other facility-related needs.