General Maintenance Tech I - Facilities & Animal Services

Reporting directly to an assigned Supervisor or Director, responsible for performing preventative maintenance and repairs on various systems and equipment. Work involves multiple skill areas including plumbing, electrical, irrigation, and carpentry. 

• Responds to work order requests from Williamson County offices and departments
• Installs and replaces electrical system components including light fixtures and ballasts
• Clears sewer stoppages, water leaks, commercial and detention urinals, toilets, and sinks
• Performs general carpentry duties such as wall framing, drywall repairs, and painting
• Installs gas and electric water heaters
• Operates a variety of motorized equipment and hand-held tools
• Performs building maintenance and elevator inspections

• Cross-trains with staff in other areas to ensure continuity of departmental operations
• Inspects and changes air filters for HVAC systems
• Escorts Contractors as required

• Communicates with the office staff and county personnel on a regular basis
• Performs on call duty on a rotational basis
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to – An Assigned Supervisor or Director
• Direct Reports – No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle
• Position involves climbing ladders, carrying toolboxes, and operating hand and power tools
• Position involves bending, kneeling, crawling, and maneuvering in and around all kinds of equipment
• Position involves lifting a minimum of 50 pounds to waist height
• Position involves seeing and hearing as well as perceiving colors
• Position involves writing and reading to a size 10 font

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Indoor and outdoor work in all environments, including inclement weather
• Regular travel between work sites
• Work may be conducted in attics, crawl spaces and on rooftops
• Exposure to dust, chemicals, fumes, bacteria, fungus, and high noise levels
• Contact with persons accused or convicted of crimes
• Contact with law enforcement officials and public

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.) may be required
• Performs on call duty on a rotational basis
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
• Regular attendance is required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Demonstrated skill in basic electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry
• Prior experience operating hand and power tools and electrical test equipment
• Basic computer skills such as email, word processing programs, and data entry

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

EMPLOYMENT TESTING 

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
• Drug screening: Yes
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: N/A

A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) calendar days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.  
 

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA).  If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.