Maintenance Specialist V

About the position

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced (senior level) restoration, renovation, building maintenance and construction work in a designated skilled trade.
• Work involves renovation, restoration, alteration, making inspections, adjustments, installations, maintaining and repairing buildings, utility systems, and stationary equipment.
• Processes paperwork related to work orders, projects, and material requisitions.
• Acts as lead worker, providing training and guidance to others; assigns, and/or prioritizes workload.
• Performs inspections, adjustments, maintenance and repair work in accordance with recognized codes and standards on building systems.
• Maintains, tests, troubleshoots and repairs all components associated with the fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems.
• Performs repairs and renovations to modernize a building, building system or adapt it to new uses.
• Selects appropriate material to replace and repair building or building systems.
• Acts as a lead worker and provides direction to others on construction, maintenance, or repair projects.
• Maintains safe and uninterrupted services to campus operations and programs systems.
• Accurately processes paperwork and maintains records on work orders, projects, and material requisitions.
• Operates machinery such as backhoes, forklifts, etc. as necessary.
• Trains others on the proper procedures and methods for repairs or inspections.
• Provides inspections on work performed by contractors to ensure contract compliance.

Requirements

• Vocational training in one or more of the following trades required: electrical, plumbing, masonry, mechanical equipment, locksmithing, painting, motor vehicle maintenance, grounds keeping, equipment maintenance, HVAC, carpentry, welding, or electronic cabling.
• Minimum four (4) years' experience in construction, maintenance, or equipment/vehicle repair work as follows: Experience in at least two trades.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Generous time off benefits
• Numerous opportunities for career advancement