Maintenance Technician

Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our Facilities Maintenance team. Under general supervision, this position is responsible for grounds upkeep and a variety of building maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate is dependable, adaptable, and ready to support daily operations to keep our facilities safe, functional, and well-maintained.

* Pay is based on maintenance experience. The pay range listed is subject to increase after probationary period and time-in-service.

Responsibilities

* Performing grounds maintenance, such as mowing, and landscaping

* Conduct preventative building maintenance

* Perform various semi-skilled functions and general building maintenance tasks (e.g.plumbing, electrical, heating and air conditioning maintenance/repair, carpentry,masonry and block work, flooring installation and maintenance, painting, general upkeep, painting and pressure wash, etc.)

* Work with equipment such as but not limited to: jail doors, cameras, washing machines,dryers, air conditioners, toilets, sinks, lawn equipment, and sprinkler systems.

* Tests machinery, equipment, systems, etc. for proper operations

* Support fellow Maintenance Technicians with advanced projects as needed

* Special projects and any other assigned duties

Qualifications

* High School Diploma or GED equivalent

* Must be at least 18 years of age

* A/C, Plumbing, or Electrical certifications preferred

* At least one (1) years' prior experience in either facility maintenance is preferred

* Must be able to perform various skilled functions and general building maintenance tasks such as, but not limited to: plumbing, electrical, heating and A/C maintenance/repair, carpentry, masonry, flooring, painting, etc.

* Ability to operate and maintain hand and power tools and equipment

* Ability to physically perform tasks including standing/walking for long periods of time; sitting/walking on uneven ground; pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying objects up to but not limited to 85 lbs.; reaching, bending, hearing mechanical sounds, communication,crouching/kneeling; close and far vision, depth perception; handling/grasping objects; ascending/descending a ladder

* Knowledge of blueprints and schematics

* Must be a U.S. Citizen and resident of the contiguous United States for a period of time sufficient to conduct a background investigation

* Must possess a current valid Texas driver's license and proof of liability insurance with no more than 3 moving violations in the past 3 years

* No conviction above a Class B Misdemeanor or a Class B Misdemeanor within the last
10 years nor have been on or currently on court-ordered community supervision or probation for any criminal offense

* Must possess good communication skills, the ability to follow instructions, and the ability to work with the public

* Must have reliable transportation

* Basic working knowledge of MS Office products

* Must be able to work independently or with a group

* Must be able to multitask and work well under pressure

* Willingness to cross-train and accept additional duties as assigned

* Must be able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

* Shift

Hours:

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Must be willing to be on-call, work adjusted shifts, and/or work overtime during times of high volume or local emergency events, which may include nights, weekends, or holidays

* Additional Information:
After receiving a conditional offer of employment applicant must pass the following before becoming an employee of Montgomery County:

* Drug screen (1/2 cost = $25, responsibility of applicant)

* Physical agility test (1/2 cost = $22.50, responsibility of applicant)

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the general purpose, types of duties, and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.