General Maint Tech I/II/III (Facilities)

General Maintenance Technician I-III (Facilities)

TxDOT's Odessa District is looking for a General Maintenance Technician I-III. In this role, you'll handle a variety of maintenance and repair tasks to keep our facilities running smoothlyfrom electrical and plumbing fixes to HVAC upkeep and structural repairs. We're looking for someone with hands-on experience, strong troubleshooting abilities, and a commitment to quality work. If you're ready for a stable position with competitive pay, great benefits, and opportunities to grow, apply today!

Minimum Salary: 37,144.00

Maximum Salary: 71,055.00

Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Locations: Odessa District Headquarters 3901 EAST US HIGHWAY 80 Odessa 79761

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 hrs - Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00 pm Location Flexibility: Onsite

Benefits and Perks At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including: Retirement Plans Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules Paid Leave and Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees On-the-Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives Career Development and Advancement Opportunities Family-Friendly Policies and Programs In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Position Description

General Maintenance Tech I-II Performs highly skilled general building maintenance and repair work. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details. General Maintenance Tech III Performs and coordinates highly skilled general building maintenance and repair work. Work may also involve some maintenance and repair of utility systems, including heating, ventilation and air condition, HVAC. May serve as a lead worker. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor. Essential Duties: General Maintenance Tech I: Assists in ordering and picking up maintenance supplies. Assists with the maintains and repairs floors, walls, ceilings, doors, windows, cabinets and furniture; as required moves items related to these activities including refinishing furniture. Cleans shop and other maintenance environments. Monitors and adjusts temperatures in working areas. Performs and/or monitors building operations and service activities including security, housekeeping, building and grounds maintenance as required moves items related to these activities. Performs general building maintenance and repairs. Assists with performing periodic preventative maintenance on heating, ventilating, air conditioning, electrical, and/or plumbing systems. Performs locksmith related duties and handles issues related to keys for facilities. Performs preventative maintenance on district fuel systems and maintains fuel levels in generators. Operates forklift, unloads facility deliveries, and safely stores stock in appropriate areas. Maintains grounds at district offices and shops and makes repairs as needed. Assists with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair as required. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Additional essential duties for General Maintenance Tech II: Maintains and repairs floors, walls, ceilings, doors, windows, cabinets and furniture; as required moves items related to these activities. Refinishes furniture. Tapes and floats sheetrock. Enters work order information and tracks projects in the Automated Software System and orders materials and equipment. Prepares, cleans, primes, and paints interior and exterior walls, ceilings, and equipment. May assist other disciplines with repairs to HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems. Operates light and heavy equipment. Assembles, installs, repairs and maintains modular furniture systems. Additional essential duties for General Maintenance Tech III: Inspects new equipment to check for compliance with specifications. Maintains and repairs security systems. May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks. Oversees a preventive maintenance program. Performs weekly walk-through of buildings to inspect operation of utility systems and related equipment.

Minimum Qualifications: Education: No education required. Experience: General Maintenance Tech I: None; General Maintenance Tech II: *2 Years; General Maintenance Tech III: *4 Years *Experience in general building maintenance and repair or related work experience (experience can be satisfied by fulltime or parttime equivalent) Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Competencies: General Maintenance Tech I: Methods and procedures used in building maintenance and repair Tools and equipment used in building maintenance and repair Using, maintaining and repairing of tools and equipment of the trade Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures Additional competencies for General Maintenance Tech II: Utility systems including heating, air conditioning, electrical wiring and plumbing Methods and materials used in carpentry work Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment Repairing and maintaining of buildings, utility systems and related equipment Match paint color and perform painting Additional competencies for General Maintenance Tech III: Methods and materials used in carpentry work Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment Repairing and maintaining of buildings, utility systems and related equipment Prioritizing and organizing work assignments Training in a classroom, office, or field environment

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour Subject to noise and vibration Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device. Works in narrow aisles or passageways Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs. Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc. Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling. Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist. Standing-prolonged periods of time Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another. Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers and grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm Talking expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication. Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading. Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures. Conditions of Employment: Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements. This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing. Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position. Must be able to report for duty within 30 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond during emergency situations. Required to work weekends and holidays. Required to work hours other than 8 to 5. Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements. Must attend work regularly and observe approved work hours.

Job: Maint/Skilled Craft/Ferry Ops

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Job Type: Standard

Job Level: Non-Management

Job Posting: Aug 31, 2026, 7:17:44 PM

Unposting Date: Sep 11, 2026, 4:59:00 AM State Job Title/s : Maintenance Specialist III/IV/V State Job Code/s : 9043/9044/9045 Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category. To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category. Applicant Information The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 199

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