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TEXAS FACILITIES COMMISSION Maintenance Specialist III-V in WACO, Texas
JOB SUMMARY:
What is the Texas Facilities Commission (TFC):
The Texas Facilities Commission (TFC) builds, supports, maintains, and manages over 28 million square feet of state-owned and leased facilities that house over 62,000 state employees in over 100 state agencies, all working in the service of the citizens of Texas. TFC oversees a varied property portfolio of office space, storage, warehouses, parking garages, and grounds of buildings across 283 cities and towns in Texas. Our team provides and contracts for the design and construction, property management, landscaping and custodial services, recycling and waste management services, building climate and energy automation, and the fire and security services required to keep State agencies working for our constituents.
The Position: TFC is looking for a Maintenance Specialist III-V to perform general to advanced (senior-level) restoration, renovation, and maintenance work. Work involves building repair, renovation, restoration, and alteration of general building maintenance. Works under limited supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
The ideal candidate will plan, schedule and oversee building, repair, renovation, and/or restoration projects. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, two (2) to four (4) years of experience related to building maintenance and repair. Vocational or technical training certification in the operation of electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems and equipment; plumbing; or carpentry and locksmith trades may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
The ideal candidate should possess general to extensive knowledge and experience of the repair, maintenance, and operation of buildings; of building materials, plumbing and electrical fixtures, general to extensive knowledge of the efficient operation and maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance. The ideal candidate should also possess considerable knowledge of the tools and equipment of building trades and knowledge of the Uniform Building Code and Texas Accessibility Act.
This position requires the ability to stoop, bend, lift, and stand for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to move 55 lbs. and, occasionally, 100 lbs. of products and materials. Must be able to work outdoors and in various weather conditions. Must be able to navigate uneven terrain and at various heights using ladders and lifts.
*Top Benefits for working for the Texas Facilities Commission (TFC): * Group Benefit Plan (GBP)-HealthSelect of Texas insurance-paid at 100% for full-time employees, 50% for dependents $5,000.00 Basic Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Optional Term Life Insurance State of Texas Retirement Plan Texasaver 401(k) Plan Dental insurance plans State of Texas Vision insurance plan Short-term and/or long-term disability coverage (TexFlex) Flexible spending account (FSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick days