Facilities Technician

Facilities Technician

Pay Grade: 918

Location: Central Office

Vacancy Announcement

Nature Of The Work

Safety Sensitive Position WC 9015

Brief Description

The purpose of this position is to perform, coordinate and oversee all Central Office and future Environmental Building contract services as required to support the operations and maintenance of the facilities. This will include general repair and coordination of outside services required to maintain the Brazos River Authority's Central Office facilities and grounds. Manage contract services and hands-on repairs associated with plumbing, electrical, janitorial, HVAC systems, landscaping, Fire alarms, security system, and other building services. This is accomplished by ensuring that the facilities are adequately kept clean and maintained throughout the workday; performing general maintenance on the building exterior and grounds; monitoring the work of contract services for: Janitorial, lawn care, HVAC, pest control, and external maintenance contractors. performing routine building preventative maintenance and monitor the buildings HVAC system, including filter changes, and minor plumbing; and monitor the stand-by power generators. Other duties include performing routine fire alarm system checks and battery changes; ensuring light fixtures are functioning properly, maintaining adequate janitorial, office and paper supplies; preparing rooms for meetings; providing fleet vehicle maintenance; coordinating meals and/or refreshments for company meetings and events; interacting with other employees and the public; running errands and any other duties as assigned. Will be required to periodically work extended and afterhours to efficiently maintain the facilities and grounds.

Job Requirements

• Minimum four years' experience
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License and a good driving record
• Preferred: Experience with general building maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, alarm and security systems, and contract services

• High School Plus Vocational Training - Obtained the experience with advanced study or training from past high school programs.

Key Competencies

• Creating honest, trusting, and successful working relationships with BRA staff and others (inside and outside the organization) by consistently demonstrating competence and reliability in job performance, and representing what is best about the organization through demonstrated principles, actions, and communications... Job will require working with all of the buildings staff where the position will fulfill various duties as requested, i.e. moving and assembling furniture, hanging pictures, boards, and various repairs throughout the building through our Building Services Request system.
• Taking the initiative to consistently meet or exceed (external and internal) customer expectations and specifications...
• Developing and maintaining an effective and constructive network with others inside and outside the organization(partners, stakeholders, customers, vendors, contacts, peers, etc.,) who may be helpful in achieving work-related goals that contribute to organizational success.
• Working with others to share expertise and achieve outcomes that benefit the organization; stepping in to fill necessary roles that others are unable or unwilling to do; demonstrating strong communication skills to others on the team through active listening, summarizing, facilitating and "bridge building"...
• Demonstrating self-motivation; effective performance is driven from within rather than being conditional on pressure from external factors (e.g. boss, peers, subordinates, deadlines, crises, etc.).
• Acquiring and demonstrating knowledge of safety and health procedures as they relate to the human resources of the organization and the protection of property.

STARTING SALARY RANGE

$21.53 to $27.45 per hour. This is a non-exempt position.

POSTING DATE

February 27. Open until filled.

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, Vision, TCDRS Retirement, 457/401, Life Insurance, LTD, Wellness Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, Holidays

BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY, EOE

The BRA was created by the Texas Legislature in 1929 and exists to develop, manage, and protect the water resources of the Brazos River Basin. Today, BRA's staff develops and distributes water supplies, provides water and wastewater treatment, monitors water quality, and pursues water conservation through public education programs. The BRA is looking for dedicated individuals who are team and customer-focused, perform their jobs ethically and with integrity, are adaptable and embrace diversity, seek innovative and creative ways to conduct business, have a desire to grow with a great organization, and are committed to the mission and goals of the BRA.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

All applicants, including employees, must submit an online Application for Employment by way of the Brazos River Authority Website at www.brazos.org.

The Brazos River Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Women & Minorities are Encouraged to Apply