Maintenance Worker III

Texas A&M University SystemWeslaco, TX
162d

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
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