Job description
Are you ready to be professionally challenged? Are you looking to be part of a dynamic team of engaged and committed professionals? Then the Health and Specialty Care System (HSCS) may be just the place for you! The HSCS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals located throughout the state, and one youth residential psychiatric center in Waco. The HSCS is a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospitals provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. Whether in a direct-care or support role, your contribution will make a difference in the life of a Texan.
Performs advanced (journeyman-level) construction, restoration, renovation and maintenance work. Work involves building repair, renovation, restoration, making inspections, adjustments, installations, maintaining and repairing buildings, utility systems, stationary equipment, operating motorized equipment, requisitioning material and supplies and maintaining records. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Performs advanced (journeyman-level) construction, restoration, renovation and maintenance work. Work involves building repair, renovation, restoration, making inspections, adjustments, installations, maintaining and repairing buildings, utility systems, stationary equipment, operating motorized equipment, requisitioning material and supplies and maintaining records. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Job Functions:
1.Attends 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.
2.Performs carpentry work such as the installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of buildings, fixtures and equipment.
3.Estimate work hours and materials required for projects.
4.Will serve as the team supervisor on construction, maintenance and carpentry repair projects.
5.Performs inspections, adjusts maintenance and repair work in accordance with recognized codes and standards on building systems for various trades such as welding, carpentry, painting and plumbing to ensure proper maintenance and repair.
6. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
1.Attends 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.
2.Performs carpentry work such as the installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of buildings, fixtures and equipment.
3.Estimate work hours and materials required for projects.
4.Will serve as the team supervisor on construction, maintenance and carpentry repair projects.
5.Performs inspections, adjusts maintenance and repair work in accordance with recognized codes and standards on building systems for various trades such as welding, carpentry, painting and plumbing to ensure proper maintenance and repair.
6. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
1.Vocational training in the carpentry trade is preferred.
2.Knowledge of the repair, maintenance and operation of buildings and equipment; of building materials; and of carpentry procedures and techniques.
3.Knowledge of painting, plastering, brick laying, glass cutting, plumbing, and commercial lock installation and repair work.
4.Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, estimate materials, read work orders, interpret blueprints, drawings or sketches.
5.Ability to requisition materials and equipment and maintain records of materials used.
6.Ability to perform preventative maintenance programs; to apply proper methods; techniques and procedures in the maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.
7.Ability to supervise the work of others and assign the appropriate staff to oversee repairs or renovations needed.
8.Ability to process paperwork and maintain records on work orders, projects and material requisitions.
9.Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools and test equipment.
10.Ability to communicate effectively orally or in writing with other members of the maintenance and facility team.
1.Vocational training in the carpentry trade is preferred.
2.Knowledge of the repair, maintenance and operation of buildings and equipment; of building materials; and of carpentry procedures and techniques.
3.Knowledge of painting, plastering, brick laying, glass cutting, plumbing, and commercial lock installation and repair work.
4.Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, estimate materials, read work orders, interpret blueprints, drawings or sketches.
5.Ability to requisition materials and equipment and maintain records of materials used.
6.Ability to perform preventative maintenance programs; to apply proper methods; techniques and procedures in the maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.
7.Ability to supervise the work of others and assign the appropriate staff to oversee repairs or renovations needed.
8.Ability to process paperwork and maintain records on work orders, projects and material requisitions.
9.Skilled in the use of hand tools, power tools and test equipment.
10.Ability to communicate effectively orally or in writing with other members of the maintenance and facility team.
Registration or Licensure Requirements:
Must possess valid Texas driver’s license or obtain one no later than 90 days after hire date. Applicants with an out-of-state driver’s license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.
Must possess valid Texas driver’s license or obtain one no later than 90 days after hire date. Applicants with an out-of-state driver’s license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.
Initial Selection Criteria:
1.Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is required; and/or supplemented by vocational training in carpentry.
2.Must have one (1) year in building maintenance and repair in carpentry work.
1.Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is required; and/or supplemented by vocational training in carpentry.
2.Must have one (1) year in building maintenance and repair in carpentry work.
Additional Information:
All new hire candidates will be required to receive COVID-19 medical screening (nasal test) as part of the due diligence process.
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
Personal protective equipment required and provided
Temperature screenings
Social distancing guidelines in place
Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
Vaccines available for employees
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, and HHS OIG list of Excluded Individuals/Entities. ?Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.?
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All of these diseases are vaccine-preventable. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with patients. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures.
All new hire candidates will be required to receive COVID-19 medical screening (nasal test) as part of the due diligence process.
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
Personal protective equipment required and provided
Temperature screenings
Social distancing guidelines in place
Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
Vaccines available for employees
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, and HHS OIG list of Excluded Individuals/Entities. ?Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.?
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All of these diseases are vaccine-preventable. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with patients. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures.
MOS Code:
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to: 68X, 4C0X1. All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to: 68X, 4C0X1. All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.
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