Maintenance Worker I

Maintenance Worker I

As a part of the Facilities Team, perform general and specialized custodial and repair work in and around the Wildflower Center's buildings, grounds, and other facilities. This full-time position will require a 5-day work week schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am-6:30pm.

Responsibilities include:

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and remove trash throughout the facility, including cleanliness of areas outside buildings (picnic areas, patios, water stations, etc.). Keep closets organized, stocked, and clean. Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisors and Safety Committee.
• Perform maintenance and repair work in the performance of a variety of tasks in one or more craft areas independently or with others. Task areas include HVAC maintenance (adjust thermostats, change filters, etc.), plumbing maintenance (repair clogged commodes, sinks, urinals, etc.), electrical maintenance (replace light bulbs/fixtures), painting and carpentry repairs.
• Perform set-up and take-down of tables, chairs, and other equipment for the Wildflower Center or privately sponsored events held on-site. Support special events outside of normal working hours.
• Secure buildings and rooms on schedule and/or after cleaning. Secure campus site and boundary fence gates. Follow correct unlocking, locking, and alarm procedures. Interact with visitors, volunteers, and staff in a professional, courteous manner. Drive golf cart to perform duties in remote locations of the property.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required qualifications include:

• High school diploma or GED
• At least one year of experience as a laborer
• Prior experience cleaning and maintaining facilities
• Valid Texas driver's license and a clean driving record
• Dependable transportation to and from the Wildflower Center
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to use handheld power tools and cleaning equipment
• Ability to withstand outdoor conditions

Preferred qualifications include:

• More than the required experience as a laborer
• Two years of experience performing custodial and maintenance tasks in a garden, museum or event setting
• Experience with HVAC, plumbing, electrical and carpentry repairs
• First Aid, CPR, AED certification

This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

Salary range: $41,600

Working conditions include:

• Must be willing and able to work outside in all types of weather.
• May be exposed to hazardous wildlife, horticultural chemicals, dust, fumes, smoke, and loud noises.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift, push and pull fifty pounds is required.
• Works independently and unsupervised on a regular basis.

Work shift includes:

• Five day, 8-hour work days: Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00am-6:30pm
• Occasional evenings, weekends and holidays will be required for mission related events.

Required materials include:

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information including email address; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.
• Letter of interest