Maintenance Worker III

Texas A&M University System • Weslaco, TX

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About The Position

We are seeking a Maintenance Worker III, under general supervision, to maintain buildings and equipment for assigned department.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three years of experience in building, machinery, and/or equipment operations and maintenance; installation and repair work; materials handling, and warehouse operation
• Knowledge of HVAC and electrical
• Knowledge of machine shop operations
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment
• Knowledge of basic welding and carpentry skills
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
• Ability to establish working relationships
• Current HVAC License or Certifications
• Willingness and ability to perform majority of job duties outdoors
• Ability to lift heavy objects
• Ability to exert heavy force

Nice To Haves

• Associates in Applied Science in fields such as HVAC & Refrigeration
• More than three years of experience in building, machinery, and/or equipment operations and maintenance; installation and repair work; materials handling, or warehouse operation
• EPA Certified
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance and repair for facilities (building, electrical and/or HVAC) and equipment (including air compressors, vacuum pump, heating and cooling systems, greenhouse controls panels, lights, vent-a-hoods, growth chambers, and cold room); assists in preparing floors and occasionally replaces broken or missing tile
• Maintains and repairs mechanical systems such as, but not limited to, lighting, heating, air conditioning systems, electrical work, and general plumbing
• Monitors heating and cooling systems for proper function and correct temperature
• Installs new electrical and plumbing lines for new equipment
• Maintains facilities, perform demolition and construction tasks and performs minor repairs and maintenance on facility equipment. Inspects buildings for proper working order
• Performs skilled trade work including, but not limited to, painting, carpentry, plumbing, plastering, cementing and electrical work.
• Performs welding in heating, cutting and brazing of ferrous non-ferrous metals with acetylene electrical equipment
• Performs some field operations such as weeding, irrigating, harvesting and providing general field plot maintenance support as needed
• Operates machinery such as drill press, sharpeners, table saws, chain saws, lawn mowers, edgers, weed eaters, and other miscellaneous equipment
• Repairs sidewalks, sewer lines, building slabs, streets, and related installations
• Assists in planning and/or supervision of major repair projects; maintains inventory and maintenance records
• Prepares cost estimates for repairs and materials for projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED