Maintenance Worker

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About Harris County Public Health:

Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services community programming and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation engagement and health equity HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.

• Transparency- We share information openly and honestly so that staff partners and the community understand our actions and the reasons behind them.
• Integrity- Our actions reflect strong ethical principles ensuring we remain trustworthy accountable and consistent with our mission.
• Respect- We foster a supportive environment by valuing diverse perspectives listening intentionally and treating people with dignity in every interaction.
• Impact -We focus our efforts on activities that improve health reduce disparities and create meaningful measurable outcomes for the communities we serve.
• Collaboration- We actively partner across teams disciplines organizations and communities to align our efforts toward common goals.
  
  

Position Overview:

Under general supervision the Maintenance Worker provides facility and logistical support through the installation and assembly of office furniture fixtures and workspace equipment. Performs general building upkeep and minor repairs while ensuring a clean safe and organized environment. Assists with fleet monitoring equipment setup environmental controls and facility preparations to support daily operations and special events.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Installation & Facility Setups: Assembles and installs office furniture such as desks workstations and heavy duty shelving racks and mounts and hangs fixtures whiteboards TV brackets and signs throughout the department. Additionally rearranges & moves heavy furniture and equipment to optimize workspaces.

• General Building Upkeep & Repair: Performs non-licensed handiwork & building upkeep such as drywall patching minor painting carpentry and routine walk-throughs to identify cosmetic or safety issues. Keeps work areas clean and organized ensuring all locations are free of debris after repairs or installations.

• Vehicle Maintenance & Fleet Safety: Oversees the condition and maintenance scheduling of vehicles used to transport tools and materials performing routine safety checks (checking fluids tire pressure and lights) and documenting service needs. Ensures full compliance with vehicle safety regulations by maintaining accurate logs and detailed maintenance records.

• Environmental Control & Equipment Support: Deploys and monitor portable HVAC units or heaters based on seasonal weather conditions and assist with un-boxing placing and setting up basic lab and facility equipment. Additionally supports emergency preparedness by readying facility spaces and transporting equipment for special events or unexpected disruptions.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• (3) years of experience in facility maintenance general handiwork or similar.

• Valid Texas drivers license for operating department vehicles.

• General Maintenance Proficiency: Basic knowledge of hand and power tools required for furniture assembly mounting fixtures and minor building repairs like drywall patching.
• Operational Awareness: Ability to follow safety procedures for vehicle inspections equipment deployment (like HVAC units) and the safe lifting of heavy items.
• Organizational & Technical Skills: Capable of maintaining basic digital or paper records for maintenance logs and following instructions for the setup of office or lab equipment.
  

• Data Analytics and Assessment Skills:Ability to use data to analyze community health needs and support decisions that improve community health outcomes.

• Communication Skills:This competency focuses on using clear and effective communication to engage audiences address misinformation and build trust supporting informed decisions and stronger public health outcomes.

• Health Advancement Skills :This competency focuses on applying principles of equity diversity and inclusion to public health addressing systemic barriers and promoting fair access to resources for healthier communities.

• Community Partnership Skills:This competency focuses on collaborating with communities to address the systems and policies affecting health fostering engagement shared ownership and sustainable improvements in well-being.

• Public Health Science Skills:This competency focuses on using public health science and evidence-based approaches to develop and improve policies and programs ensuring effective delivery of the 10 Essential Public Health Services.
  
  

NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.