Maintenance Specialist I

Company: Texas State Job Bank
Location: Harlingen
Posted on: May 24, 2023

Job Description:

Job/Position DescriptionMaintenance Specialist IAre you ready to be professionally challenged? Are you looking to be part of a dynamic team of engaged and committed professionals? Then the Health and Specialty Care System (HSCS) may be just the place for you! The HSCS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals located throughout the state, and one youth residential psychiatric center in Waco. The HSCS is a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospitals provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. Whether in a direct-care or support role, your contribution will make a difference in the life of a Texan.Performs routine work in (2) two or more maintenance building construction trades. Work involves maintaining and repairing buildings, stationary equipment and motorized equipment. Work from simple drawings, blue prints or schematics. Work involves carpentry, plumbing, sanitation systems. Two (2) years experience in one trade preferred. Work requires heavy physical activity. Work is performed independently and under the general supervision of the Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Supervisor I. Must have the ability to follow oral or written instructions. Work requires driving to other areas as needed. Other duties may be assigned as necessary. Must have a valid Texas Driverand#146;s license with less then 10 points against record as per TDHSH guidelines. Essential Job FunctionsAttends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.Has responsibility of protecting state property from pilferage, theft, or man made destruction.Prepares work orders through the CAFM program and records time and material.Assists the Maintenance Manager and Maintenance Supervisor I in developing better and more economical ways of performing jobs.Conduct inspections of buildings, equipment and grounds for security and needed repairs.Perform related work as assigned.Employs effective techniques in the process of completing job dutiesOther duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agencyand#146;s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. Registrations, Licensure Requirements or CertificationsMust possess valid Texas driverand#146;s license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date. Applicants with an out-of-state driverand#146;s license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy. Knowledge Skills AbilitiesMust be able to understand and interpret policies and procedures clearly and accurately.Must be knowledgeable of applicable codes, standards, and regulations including Life Safety Codes, NFPA, Elimination of Architectural Barriers, Americans with Disabilities Act, National Electric Codes and State of Texas HVAC Codes.Must be knowledgeable of the policies and procedures pertaining to ICF/MR , JCAHO, Infection Control and departmental standards.Have the ability and knowledge to read simple drawing blue prints, or schematics, follow oral or written instructions.M https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=566798 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.

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