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Service & Maintenance Openings

  • Building Maintenance Worker
  • Building Security Guard (Part-time, Temporary)
  • Custodian (Full-time, Temporary)
  • Equipment Mechanic
  • Park Technician I (Part-time, Temporary, Seasonal)
  • Social Services Aide (Part-time, Temporary)
  • Building Maintenance Worker Senior
  • Building Maintenance Worker
    Position Title Code

    6729-8-09050-45-0249

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Performs a variety of moderately complex preventive maintenance tasks, repairs, and additions to County buildings, facilities and equipment. Work involves multiple skill areas, including carpentry, air conditioning/heating, painting, plastering, masonary, plumbing, electrical repairs and installations and machine servicing. Performs periodic and routine walk through inspections of assigned facilities, identifies work requirements, submits requirements to service call center and performs work assigned. Makes electrical, plumbing, masonry and carpentry repairs. Services and repairs heating and air conditioining systems. Replaces broken glass and installs/replaces light fixtures, and switches. May be required to disassemble/assemble and move furniture and equipment. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
    Minimum Requirements

    High School diploma or G.E.D. AND three (3) years of building maintenance experience, including preventive maintenance and repairs to equipment, buildings and facilities;

    OR,

    Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

    Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

    *Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal Certification or must be obtained within one (1) year of date of hire.

    *Valid Texas Driver's License.

    Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and works some holidays, nights and weekends.

    Work site: 2515 South Congress Avenue

    DRUG TEST REQUIRED

    PHYSICAL & PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAM REQUIRED

    CRIMINAL, DRIVING & EDUCATION BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

    Salary

    $11.00 - $13.24 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

    Department

    Juvenile Probation

    Deadline

    Until Filled

    Building Security Guard (Part-time, Temporary)
    Position Title Code

    A 6673-4-08055-14-50003

    B 6731-4-08055-14-50068

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Provides a building security attendant presence in assigned County buildings or complex. Provides assistance, direction and information to County employees and public visitors. Reports security violations, suspicious activities or emergencies. Monitors visitors to building and maintains appropriate logs for activities as directed. Monitors parking lots for unauthorized use. Ensures security and fire alarm systems are operational. Responds to fire alarms and assists in the safe evacuation of individuals from building in case of alarms or emergencies.
    Minimum Requirements

    One (1) year of building security or related experience;

    OR,

    Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

    Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

    Valid Texas Driver's License.

    Preferred:

    *High School diploma or G.E.D.

    *Good verbal and customer service skills.

    Hours:

    A&B: Part-time temporary and works some nights and weekends.

    Work site: Varies

    CRIMINAL & DRIVING BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

    Salary

    $10.10 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

    Department

    Facilities Management

    Deadline

    Until Filled

    Custodian (Full-time, Temporary)
    Position Title Code

    A 6687-8-05184-14-20070

    B 6714-8-05184-14-50084

    C 6732-8-05184-14-50071

    D 6733-8-05184-14-20069

    E 6734-8-05184-14-20075

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Performs general cleaning including sweeping, mopping, dusting, emptying waste baskets, cleaning restrooms, walls. windows and light fixtures. Moves office furniture and other items. Operates floor maintenance equipment including buffer, stripper, vacuum and extractors. May move office furniture and and other items. Performs other related duties as assigned.
    Minimum Requirements

    One (1) year of custodial or manual labor experience;

    OR,

    Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

    A thru E: Full-time, Temporary position

    Hours:

    A thru E: 3:30 PM to 11:00 PM and works all nights

    Work site: Varies

    CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

    Salary

    $10.00 Hourly

    Department

    Facilities Management

    Deadline

    Until Filled

    Equipment Mechanic
    Position Title Code

    6715-7-13422-49-0103

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Performs minor repair including preventive maintenance on gasoline/diesel and multi-fuel powered vehicles and heavy Road Construction equipment. Performs major repair including but not limited to gasoline and diesel engine rebuild, hydraulic system component repair, Air conditioning, anti-lock brakes, drive train and computer diagnostics as required. Maintains accurate job orders on all work performed. Locates and orders parts. Test drives vehicles/equipment prior to and after repair or PM work is complete. Performs State Inspections. Responsible for ensuring a safe work environment.
    Minimum Requirements

    High School diploma or G.E.D. AND three (3) years of full-time heavy motor vehicle and equipment mechanic experience;

    OR,

    Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

    Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

    Air Conditioner (R12 & 134A) *Refrigerant License or within sixty (60) days of date of hire.

    State Inspector's License or within sixty (60) days of date of hire.

    *One or more of the following endorsements on the license: Tank Vehicle (T) and Air Brakes (A).

    *Valid Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

    Preferred:

    *Welding experience.

    *Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification.

    *Two (2) years of diesel engine experience, training or Certification.

    Hours:

    *7:00 AM to 3:30 PM Monday through Friday and works some nights.

    *Work hours may vary to meet department needs.

    Work site: 6011 Blue Bluff Road, East Service Center

    CDL REQUIRED

    DRUG & ALCOHOL TEST REQUIRED

    DRIVING & EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

    Salary

    $14.18 - $17.37 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

    Department

    Transportation & Natural Resources

    Deadline

    Until Filled

    Park Technician I (Part-time, Temporary, Seasonal)
    Position Title Code

    6701-8-08537-49-20102

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Accounts for the collection of gate receipts, control and distribution of permits and visitor information/public relations. Patrols and monitors visitor activity within parks assisting in enforcing park rules/regulations. Serves as a team member or independent worker on a variety of park resources. Collects, safeguards, and accurately records park fees.
    Minimum Requirements

    Education and experience equivalent to a High School diploma or GED.

    Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

    *Valid Texas Driver's License

    Preferred:

    *Current certification in Advanced First Aid/CPR, Emergency Care Attendant or Emergency Medical Technician.

    Part-time, Temporary, Seasonal

    Hours: Varies to include some holidays, nights and weekends.

    Work site: West District

    CRIMINAL & EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

    Salary

    $11.00 Hourly

    Department

    Transportation & Natural Resources

    Deadline

    Until Filled

    Social Services Aide (Part-time, Temporary)
    Position Title Code

    6718-5-09550-39-50014

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Transports probationers in 15 passenger van with attached trailer to designated locations to perform Community Service Restitution (CSR) work. Works mainly outdoors and is responsible for documentation of activities. Assists and monitors probationers at work site.
    Minimum Requirements

    High School diploma or G.E.D. AND one (1) year experience in social services;

    OR,

    Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

    Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

    *Valid Texas Driver's License.

    Preferred:

    *Social services experience with a high level of client contact.

    Must maintain a valid Texas Class C Driver's License and valid automobile liability insurance. Must also attend a Defensive Driving course every two years.

    Part-time, Temporary position

    Hours: 7:00 AM to 2:30 PM every other Saturday and Sunday

    Work site: Varies

    CRIMINAL, DRIVING & EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

    Salary

    $10.81 - $13.24 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

    Department

    Community Supervision & Corrections

    Deadline

    Until Filled

    Building Maintenance Worker Senior
    Position Title Code

    6737-8-11053-37-1811

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Performs a variety of complex preventive maintenance tasks, repairs, and additions to County buildings, facilities and equipment. Work involves multiple skill areas, including carpentry, painting, plastering, masonry, plumbing, electrical repairs and installations and machine servicing. May function as a lead worker over building maintenance staff. Repairs and maintains security control panels and video monitors and security cameras. Completes electrical, plumbing, masonry and carpentry repairs. Performs periodic and routine walk through inspections of assigned facilities, identifies work requirements, submits requirements to service call and performs work assigned. Performs a variety of preventive maintenance routines on equipment, building components and facilities. Provides recommendations regarding replacement or upgrade of facilities equipment.
    Minimum Requirements

    High School diploma or G.E.D. AND five (5) years of increasingly responsible building maintenance experience,including preventive maintenance and repairs to equipment, buildings and facilities;

    OR,

    Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

    Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

    *Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal Certification or must be obtained within one (1) year of date of hire.

    *Valid Texas Driver's License.

    Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish

    If Painter or Carpenter:

    High School diploma or G.E.D. AND five (5) years of experience at the journey painter or carpenter level;

    OR,

    Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

    Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

    *Valid Texas Driver's License.

    Preferred:

    *Bilingual in English/Spanish

    *Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal Certification.

    Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and works some holidays, nights and weekends.

    Work site: 3614 Bill Price Road, Del Valle Tx

    All job applications for the Travis County Sheriff's Office must be picked up from and submitted to the Travis County Sheriff's Office located at 5555 Airport Boulevard.

    DRUG & ALCOHOL TEST REQUIRED

    CRIMINAL, CREDIT, DRIVING, EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIRED

    Salary

    $12.39 - $15.17 Hourly. Commensurate with experience.

    Department

    Sheriff's Office

    Deadline

    Until Filled