Job Details

Maintenance Worker

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Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 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.

Our values:

• 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.

This is a grant-funded position.

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. If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.

Requirements:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience Requirements: (3) years of experience in facility maintenance, general handiwork or similar.

Licenses: Valid Texas driver's license for operating department vehicles.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 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.

Core competencies:

• 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 but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Position type, and typical hours of work:

• This is a full-time | grant-funded position.
• Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
• Hours may vary based on department needs and may include evening and weekend hours during emergency events.

Work environment:

• This job is primarily in the field (multi-site support) with driving and on-site support. Role routinely utilizes computers and phones to fulfill work obligations.

Physical demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb ladders for extended periods to complete installations and repairs.
• Ability to safely lift and maneuver items over 50 lbs, such as desks, shelving racks, and portable climate units.

Work location:

• Harris County Public Health (1111 Fannin, Houston, 77002)

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.