Maintenance Spec II Painter

Texas Health & Human Services Commission•Mexia, TX

5d•$2,953 - $4,366•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Spec II Painter performs routine, journey-level maintenance and construction work under the guidance of experienced Maintenance Specialists. Duties may involve painting and other building trades, repairs and renovations, and preventive maintenance in facility buildings and residential homes at the Mexia State Supported Living Center. Work includes inspecting, adjusting, installing, maintaining, and repairing building systems and equipment, including adaptive equipment, wheelchair ramps, safety equipment, doors, and windows. The position also involves operating motorized equipment, completing paperwork and work-order records, communicating with coworkers, and working as part of a maintenance team. Other tasks may include operating a motor vehicle, making deliveries, and picking up supplies. The work is performed under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for initiative and independent judgment. The role may require a specific or rotating shift schedule, extended shifts, overtime, rotating on-call service, and weekend or holiday work. The employee may also be assigned an alternate shift or location to support disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations. The position is based at the Mexia State Supported Living Center and is not eligible for telework according to the posting’s position details.

Requirements

High school graduate, GED, or relevant work experience such as masonry, carpentry, painting, building repairs, renovations, or routine preventive maintenance.
Must possess a valid Texas driver's license or obtain one within 90 days of hire. Applicants with an out-of-state driver's license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of licensure; an eligible driving record is required under HHSC Fleet Management policy.
Knowledge of building maintenance and plumbing, HVAC, sanitation, refrigeration, and/or electrical systems.
Knowledge of industrial safety and fire and safety regulations.
Skill in preventive maintenance and inspection of buildings and building systems.
Skill in using hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
Ability to perform maintenance, follow instructions, and interpret drawings, schematics, or sketches.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with members of the maintenance or facility team.
Must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
Must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and applicable registry checks, including CANRS, Nurse Aide, Medication Aide, Employee Misconduct, and the HHS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).
All State Supported Living Center employees are subject to random drug testing.
Must be willing to work weekends and holidays; flexibility in work hours, overtime, and extended hours may be required.
Males aged 18–25 must be registered with the Selective Service.

Responsibilities

Attend work regularly, follow assigned schedules, and perform other duties as assigned; work rotating shifts, extended shifts, overtime, or on-call rotations when required.
Inspect, adjust, maintain, and repair building systems in accordance with recognized codes and standards, including systems related to plumbing, HVAC, welding, carpentry, painting, and electrical work.
Perform repairs and renovations to modernize buildings or building systems or adapt them to new uses, identifying the information and locations needed to complete the work.
Use hand tools, power tools, test equipment, and safety equipment to perform repairs, renovations, installations, and inspections.
Process and maintain accurate records for work orders, projects, and material requisitions.
Operate heavy machinery such as backhoes or forklifts when necessary.
May train others in appropriate procedures and methods for repairs or inspections.
Support agency disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activities when assigned, potentially at an alternate shift or location.
May operate a motor vehicle, make deliveries, pick up supplies, and perform related incidental tasks.
Work as a team member with other maintenance shops and facility employees.