MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST V

Lower Rio Grande Valley D • Weslaco, TX

110d

About The Position

Performs advanced (senior-level) construction, restoration, renovation, and maintenance work. Work involves building repair, renovation, restoration, and alteration for the designated trade skill. May serve as a lead worker providing direction to others. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Coordinates or schedules building repair, renovation, or restoration projects. Examines and interprets drawings, diagrams, and blueprints. Operates and maintains motorized vehicles and equipment. Performs maintenance, construction, and repair work such as painting or mechanical work. Performs carpentry work such as the installation, alteration, repair, and maintenance of buildings, doors, windows, wood fixtures, and furniture. Performs gas and electric work such as welding, brazing, and soldering on ferrous and non-ferrous metals to repair, maintain, or fabricate parts and equipment. Performs inspections of operating machinery, equipment, utility systems, and building accessories and appliances to ensure proper maintenance and repair. Calculates material and labor costs and orders parts and supplies. Maintains records on work orders on projects. Performs and/or assists licensed electricians in the maintenance and repair of electrical equipment and circuits. Performs and/or assists licensed plumbers in the installation, maintenance, and repair work of plumbing systems and components. Performs and/or assists in assembling, installing, repairing, and maintaining modular furniture systems. Performs and/or assists with heating, ventilation, and air conditioning work. Performs scheduled inspections and addresses required improvements to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local funded programs. May serve as a lead worker providing direction to others and/or provide guidance to others.

Requirements

• Experience in construction, maintenance, and repair work.
• Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent, supplemented by vocational training in a designated trade.
• Knowledge in construction, repair, maintenance, and operation of buildings, equipment, and utility systems.
• Knowledge of building materials, welding procedures and techniques, and fire and safety regulations.
• Skill in selecting appropriate tools and equipment, and troubleshooting situations.
• Ability to follow instructions and work from drawings, diagrams, or blueprints.
• Ability to estimate materials and apply proper methods in maintenance and repair.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to provide guidance to others.
• Valid Texas Commercial driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• HVAC certification from the state or vocational training.
• Plumbing certification from the state or vocational training.
• Electrician certification from the state or vocational training.
• Ability to communicate in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced construction, restoration, renovation, and maintenance work.
• Coordinate or schedule building repair, renovation, or restoration projects.
• Examine and interpret drawings, diagrams, and blueprints.
• Operate and maintain motorized vehicles and equipment.
• Perform maintenance, construction, and repair work such as painting or mechanical work.
• Perform carpentry work including installation, alteration, repair, and maintenance of buildings, doors, windows, wood fixtures, and furniture.
• Perform gas and electric work including welding, brazing, and soldering on ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Inspect operating machinery, equipment, utility systems, and building accessories to ensure proper maintenance and repair.
• Calculate material and labor costs and order parts and supplies.
• Maintain records on work orders for projects.
• Assist licensed electricians in maintenance and repair of electrical equipment and circuits.
• Assist licensed plumbers in installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems.
• Assemble, install, repair, and maintain modular furniture systems.
• Assist with heating, ventilation, and air conditioning work.
• Perform scheduled inspections and address required improvements for compliance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED