Maintenance Worker III

Job Title

Maintenance Worker III

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Weslaco

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Weslaco, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M AgriLife

Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

• Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
• Texas A&M AgriLife Research
• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
• Texas A&M Forest Service
• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!

Position Information

We are seeking a Maintenance Worker III, under general supervision, to maintain buildings and equipment for assigned department.

Responsibilities:

• Performs maintenance and repair for facilities (building, electrical and/or HVAC) and equipment (including air compressors, vacuum pump, heating and cooling systems, greenhouse controls panels, lights, vent-a-hoods, growth chambers, and cold room); assists in preparing floors and occasionally replaces broken or missing tile
• Maintains and repairs mechanical systems such as, but not limited to, lighting, heating, air conditioning systems, electrical work, and general plumbing
• Monitors heating and cooling systems for proper function and correct temperature
• Installs new electrical and plumbing lines for new equipment
• Maintains facilities, perform demolition and construction tasks and performs minor repairs and maintenance on facility equipment. Inspects buildings for proper working order
• Performs skilled trade work including, but not limited to, painting, carpentry, plumbing, plastering, cementing and electrical work. Performs welding in heating, cutting and brazing of ferrous non-ferrous metals with acetylene electrical equipment
• Performs some field operations such as weeding, irrigating, harvesting and providing general field plot maintenance support as needed
• Operates machinery such as drill press, sharpeners, table saws, chain saws, lawn mowers, edgers, weed eaters, and other miscellaneous equipment
• Repairs sidewalks, sewer lines, building slabs, streets, and related installations
• Assists in planning and/or supervision of major repair projects; maintains inventory and maintenance records
• Prepares cost estimates for repairs and materials for projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three years of experience in building, machinery, and/or equipment operations and maintenance; installation and repair work; materials handling, and warehouse operation
• Knowledge of HVAC and electrical
• Knowledge of machine shop operations
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment
• Knowledge of basic welding and carpentry skills
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
• Ability to establish working relationships
• Current HVAC License or Certifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates in Applied Science in fields such as HVAC & Refrigeration
• More than three years of experience in building, machinery, and/or equipment operations and maintenance; installation and repair work; materials handling, or warehouse operation
• EPA Certified
• Valid driver’s license

Other Requirements or Factors:

• Willingness and ability to perform majority of job duties outdoors
• Ability to lift heavy objects
• Ability to exert heavy force

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications. This is an hourly paid position.

Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?

When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.

In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays  
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas  
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

Applicant Instructions

Applications received by Texas A&M AgriLife must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

To be considered for this position, please attach the following materials:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Name and contact information for 3 references

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.