Maintenance Specialist II

Texas Health & Human Services Commission•San Antonio, TX

7d•$2,953 - $4,366•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Specialist II performs routine, journey-level work under the guidance of experienced Maintenance Specialists in one or more building maintenance and construction trades. Work includes repairs, renovations, and preventative maintenance for hospital buildings and residential homes, as well as inspections, adjustments, and installations of adaptive equipment, wheelchair ramps, safety equipment, doors, and windows. The role may involve maintaining and repairing buildings, utility systems, and stationary equipment, depending on the trade, and operating motorized equipment. The position completes paperwork and maintains work-order records, communicates verbally and in writing, and works as a team member with other shops and employees. It may also involve driving a motor vehicle, delivering or picking up supplies, and other incidental tasks. The position operates under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for initiative and independent judgment. The employee may be asked to support disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activities, potentially at another location or on an alternate shift. This is a full-time, nonexempt position at San Antonio State Hospital in San Antonio, Texas. It is listed as a day/first shift role and is not eligible for telework. Work-hour flexibility, overtime, or extended hours may be required. The listed monthly salary range is $2,953.25 to $4,365.66.

Requirements

At least one year of work experience in electrical work, plumbing, masonry, mechanical equipment, locksmithing, painting, motor vehicle maintenance, groundskeeping, equipment maintenance, HVAC, carpentry, welding, or electronic cabling; completion of trade school in one of these areas may substitute for experience.
Knowledge of building maintenance and plumbing, HVAC, sanitation, refrigeration, and/or electrical systems.
Knowledge of industrial safety, fire, and safety regulations.
Skill in preventive maintenance and inspections 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 or in writing with maintenance and facility team members.
Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain one within 90 days after hire to drive a state vehicle. Applicants with an out-of-state license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of licensure; an eligible driving record is required under HHSC Fleet Management policy.
Must pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and specified registry checks.
Must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
Must comply with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital immunization-related operating procedures.
Males between ages 18 and 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
Must be able to work flexible hours and, if required, overtime or extended hours.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections, adjustments, maintenance, and repairs on building systems in accordance with recognized trade codes and standards, including plumbing, HVAC, welding, carpentry, painting, and electrical work.
Repair and renovate buildings and building systems, including identifying the information and locations needed to complete work.
Use hand tools, power tools, test equipment, and safety equipment to perform repairs, renovations, and installations.
Accurately process and maintain records for work orders, projects, and material requisitions.
Maintain and repair buildings, utility systems, stationary equipment, and residential homes as required by the trade.
Install adaptive equipment, wheelchair ramps, safety equipment, doors, and windows.
Work as a team member with other maintenance shops and facility employees and communicate as needed.
Operate heavy machinery, such as backhoes or forklifts, when necessary.
May train others in proper repair or inspection procedures and methods.
May operate a motor vehicle, make deliveries, pick up supplies, and perform incidental tasks.
Attend work regularly and follow assigned shift schedules, including rotating schedules, extended shifts, or overtime when required.
Participate in disaster response or recovery and Continuity of Operations activities when required.
Perform other duties as assigned.