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Renovation Technician

Harris County

Job Location:

Houston, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 28 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 26 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Description

Position Overview:

Responsible for the general construction work required for construction renovation repair and maintenance in designated County buildings.

Job Duties:

Performs all duties required to provide general construction at various county facilities including but not limited to painting installing framing fixtures walls ceilings floors doors trim and repairing walls doors ceilings and floors.
Plans and estimates material requirements for a specific project or task for general construction.
May be required to drive a personal or county vehicle to various work sites.
Maintain a courteous helpful behavior at all times.
May assist less experienced co-workers and perform other duties as assigned.

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.

Requirements

Education:

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Experience:

Five (5) years of hands-on experience in various aspects of building construction.

Knowledge Skill & Abilities (KSAs):

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in a thorough neat and timely manner.
Skilled in reading and building from construction drawings.
A valid Texas Drivers License to conduct County business.
Basic knowledge of tools equipment and materials and be skilled in the care and use of carpentry tools.
Maintains a courteous helpful behavior at all times.
Self-starter possessing interpersonal skills required to be a productive team player.
Ability to receive CJIS clearance pass a security check and a drug test as required. This position is Safety Sensitive and will be subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

Emergency Deployment & Continuity of Operations Requirement:

In accordance with Harris Countys Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Policy this position is subject to emergency response and deployment protocols. The employee may be designated as supporting a Mission Essential Function (MEF) and must:

Participate in the classification process of departmental staff based on MEF responsibilities.
Be available for temporary deployment to an alternative work location role or telework assignment during emergency events.
Confirm work assignments with their supervisor prior to reporting to any worksite during such events.
Remain flexible in assuming alternative duties as directed to support County operations continuity.

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

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Full-Time Regular 40 hours per week.
Subject to early mornings late evenings weekends and holidays at times depending upon the project or workload.

Salary: Commensurate experience based on 26 pay periods.

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:

Most assignments will be performed in an office meeting or operations command center environment but some field work may be required. May be required to work extended work hours during activation of disaster recovery operations for an unspecified length of time (varies based on the extent of the event). This position requires bending stooping and lifting to 25 lbs. frequent walking standing sitting reaching and ascending/descending stairs. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FEATURED BENEFITS:

Medical vision and dental insurance.
Wellness.
Professional development opportunities.
Flexible spending accounts.
457 deferred compensation plans.
Retirement pension (TCDRS).
Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).
Disability and life insurance.
Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Required Experience:

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