Facilities Specialist 1

Job Title

Facilities Specialist I

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Dallas

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Dallas, 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

The Facilities Specialist I, under direct supervision, assists in the management of facilities and related services and programs. The position specializes in various aspects within the full spectrum from preventative maintenance to construction as well as services related to facility use (ie: audio/visual systems, building proctor, and after-hours emergency response). The position supports all aspects of a full-service facility management program to ensure a safe, healthy and comfortable work environment for employees and visitors.

Responsibilities:

• Assists with troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repairs on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment.  
• Monitors heating and cooling systems with the BMS to ensure proper operation. 
• Performs inspections and maintenance of mechanical equipment, utility systems, buildings, and vehicles to ensure safe and proper operations. 
• Operates and maintains landscape machinery, vehicles, and shop tools in a safe and proper manner.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of supplies and equipment. 
• Performs and maintains work order requests as directed by the CMMS program. 
• Assist with purchase orders for parts, supplies, and equipment. 
• Serves as contact for after-hours building emergencies. Must be able to promptly respond in person 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in related field.
• Two years of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain within 45 days of employment
• Knowledge of safety procedures within the facilities maintenance industry
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications, audio/visual systems.
• Knowledge of basic building / facilities maintenance skills including but not limited to: electrical / lighting repair, plumbing, HVAC repair and preventive maintenance, carpentry, and general building repair. 
• Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment system or water treatment system.
•  Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Other Requirements:

•  Must be able to promptly respond in person, on site, to after-hours building emergencies.

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.

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.