Maintenance Specialist IV/HVAC Technician

Job/Position DescriptionMaintenance Specialist IVCome work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence. The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. [Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers](https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/disability/intellectual-or-developmental-disabilities-idd-long-term-care/state-supported-living-centers-sslcs){target=”blank”}The state of Texas offers many [benefits](https://hhs.texas.gov/about-hhs/jobs-hhs){target=”blank”} to employees. HHSC is a qualifying organization for the [Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program](https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation#public-service){target=”blank”}, which forgives the remaining balance on college student Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments. We also offer [excellent health benefits](https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance/Health-Benefits){target=”blank”}, a lifetime monthly [retirement annuity](https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance/Retirement){target=”blank”}as well as [401(k) and 457 Programs](https://ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Retirement/Texa$aver-401(k)-457-Program){target=”blank”} under the Employees Retirement System of Texas. If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!Performs highly advanced (senior-level) restoration, renovation, building maintenance and construction work in a designated skilled trade. Work involves renovation, restoration, alteration, making inspections, adjustments, installations, maintaining and repairing buildings, utility systems, and stationary equipment, dependent on the trade and operating motorized equipment, requisitioning material and supplies; and maintaining records. Process paperwork related to work orders, projects and material requisitions.Essential Job FunctionsAttends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. May serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.Performs inspections, adjustments, maintenance and repair work in accordance with recognized codes and standards on building systems for various trades such as plumbing, HVAC, welding, carpentry, painting and electrical, to ensure proper maintenance and repair. Demonstrates the use of hand tools and/or equipment while performing repairs or inspections. Evaluates work to be performed and determines the best method for performing maintenance and repair work. Performs repairs and renovations to modernize a building, building system or adapt it to new uses. Designs projects to conform to applicable codes and standards. Identifies necessary information such as time and physical location. Identifies necessary materials and assembly details. Ensures that the necessary tools and manpower are available to perform the work. Makes in-process inspections to ensure the job is being done properly. Selects appropriate material to replace and repair buildin https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/jobprofile.cfm?szOrderID=618258 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.