City of Baytown
Facilities Specialist I/II/III
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Facilities Specialist I/II/III
Salary
$16.79 - $26.57 Hourly
Location
2123 Market St Baytown, TX
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
25-00114
Department
PUBLIC WORKS & ENGINEERING
Opening Date
05/15/2025
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job Summary
The Public Works & Engineering Department is seeking a detail-oriented Facilities Specialist to support the maintenance, repair, and operation of municipal buildings and infrastructure. Responsibilities include coordinating facility services, ensuring safety compliance, and assisting with project planning and execution. Ideal candidates will have experience in facilities management and a strong commitment to public service.
Performs restoration, renovation, and maintenance work in designated skilled trades to include all aspects of general carpentry, sheetrock, painting, air conditioning, minor electrical and plumbing. Work as a general helper with the ability to diagnose and document issues. Has the ability to make minor repairs with limited supervision. Assists the Supervisor in overseeing contractors in the construction and repair projects to ensure they are done in a professional and timely manner.
Duties
FACILITIES SPECIALIST I:
Responsible for effectively evaluating, planning, scheduling and completing all approved building repair, renovation and restoration projects as directed. Directly involved in assisting with minor project repairs including: replacement of lock sets, minor lighting and electrical repairs, electrical door maintenance, drywall, painting, and roof repair.
Assists in overseeing and managing outside contractors performing approved repairs, renovations and restorations.
Responsible for properly logging and reporting completion of all repairs or escalating major repairs to the Facility Supervisor as needed.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
FACILITIES SPECIALIST II:
Responsible for effectively evaluating, planning, scheduling and completing all approved building repair, renovation and restoration projects as directed. Directly responsible for repairs including: general carpentry, sheetrock, painting, air conditioning, minor electrical and plumbing with heavier emphasis on trade certifications.
Assists in overseeing and managing outside contractors performing approved repairs, renovations and restorations.
Responsible for properly logging and reporting completion of all repairs or escalating major repairs to the Facility Coordinator as needed.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
FACILITIES SPECIALIST III:
Responsible for effectively evaluating, planning, scheduling and completing all approved building repair, renovation and restoration projects as directed. Directly responsible for repairs including: general carpentry, sheetrock, painting, air conditioning, minor electrical and plumbing with heavier emphasis on trade certifications.
Acts as a lead specialist and is available to train, mentor, and advise other specialists with projects.
Assists in overseeing and managing outside contractors performing approved repairs, renovations and restorations.
Responsible for properly logging and reporting completion of all repairs or escalating major repairs to the Facility Supervisor as needed.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
FACILITIES SPECIALIST I:
Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
One year of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities.
Ability to pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
FACILITIES SPECIALIST II:
Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
Three years of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities.
Possession of one certification in one of the following trades. Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, locksmithing and or any other building maintenance trade.
Ability to pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
Preferred:
HVAC Technician Certification
EPA Certification Universal HVAC Type I, Type II, Type III
BPAT
FACILITIES SPECIALIST III:
Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
Three years experience in a paraprofessional maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities related role.
Possession of two certifications in one of the following trades. Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, locksmithing and or any other building maintenance trade.
Ability to pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
Preferred:
HVAC Technician Certification
EPA Certification Universal HVAC Type I, Type II, Type III
BPAT
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
FACILITIES SPECIALIST I:
Ability to multitask, establish priorities, work independently, and maintain organization. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.. Knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft office programs (Excel and Word). Must be able to perform routine building maintenance. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.
FACILITIES SPECIALIST II/III:
Ability to independently evaluate, analyze and establish work priorities. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft office programs (Excel and Word). Must be able to perform routine building maintenance. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.
Here at the City of Baytown, in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you bring. We strive to provide a workplace where differences are honored, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we serve.
Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime. This position provides services or performs duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation, the incumbent in this position may be required to remain to perform needed services.
Overall Position Strength Demands
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
To promote health and wellness, we provide a comprehensive benefits program (listed below) to meet the needs of you and your family. Our goal is to help you live and work well – 365 days a year.
Medical
United Healthcare
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
Annual Deductible (Network) $750 Indiv/$2,250 Family
In-Network Benefit 80%/20% after plan deductible
$50 co-pay (general visit)
RX - $10 Generic/$40 Formulary/$75 Non-Formulary
Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and Dependent Care expenses
FREE virtual visits
Dental
Cigna Dental PPO & DHMO
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
Preventative & diagnostic covered at 100%
Annual Deductible: $50/Indiv (Cigna PPO) - No annual deductible for Cigna DHMO
Vision
Superior Vision
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
In-Network exam co-pay $10 & $25 materials co-pay
Frames: $140 Allowance - Contact Lenses: $160 Allowance
Holistic Health & Wellness
Employee Wellness Center offering FREE primary care medical treatment for employees & dependents on the Medical plan
FREE access to gyms, Shipt, and Walmart+ through our employee medical insurance
Gym partnership with Lee College Wellness Center & swimming pool for $58/year
Employee Assistance Program providing employees and their household family members up to 8 FREE counseling sessions per issue per year, legal and financial assistance, will generator tools, and more!
Sick Leave Pool providing participants additional paid sick time if accruals are exhausted.
SmartDollar: free online program providing tips and tools from Dave Ramsey for getting out of debt and building good saving practices
Retirement
Texas Municipal Retirement System:
7% employee contribution with a 14% employer match
5 year vesting
Retirement Eligibility: 20 years of service/any age - or - 5 years of service/at least age 60
FREE Life Insurance coverage up to 1X your base annual salary
MissionSquare and Roth IRA plans: additional voluntary employee participation
Disability Insurance
Equitable:
Long-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of monthly earnings up to $8,000 per month up to social security age, depending on the disability
Short-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of weekly earnings up to $1,000 per week for up to the first 13 weeks of a disability
Training and Tuition Assistance
The HUB Employee Training Center: we invest in you by equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to live out our Purpose and Core Values
Access to funding up to $1,500 per semester or $3,000 per year for tuition toward courses that are job-related or will enhance your work performance
Generous Paid Sick, Vacation, & Holiday Leave
10 holidays per year and one personal employee day per year
15 days sick leave per year
Starting at 10 days of vacation per year; up to 25 days per year
Sick and Vacation hours roll over annually up to the maximum limit
15 days Paid Parental Leave
To explore all of the benefits we offer, please visit: baytownlife.com
01
Do you have the ability to pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility?
Yes
No
02
Do you possess a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)?
Yes
No
03
Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (Must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days)
Yes
No
04
How many years of experience do you have in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities?
Less than 1 year of experience
1 - 2 years of experience
3 - 4 years of experience
5+ years of experience
05
Do you have basic computer processing skills in Microsoft Office?
Yes
No
06
Do you have certification(s) in any of the following? (Please select all that you possess)
Electrical
Plumbing
HVAC
Locksmithing
Other building maintenance trade
I do not have any certifications
07
Please list your certifications. If you do not have any, please indicate "N/A".
Required Question
Employer
City of Baytown
Address
2401 Market Street Baytown, Texas, 77520
Phone
281-420-6520
Website
http://www.baytown.org
Apply
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Facilities Specialist I/II/III
Salary
$16.79 - $26.57 Hourly
Location
2123 Market St Baytown, TX
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
25-00114
Department
PUBLIC WORKS & ENGINEERING
Opening Date
05/15/2025
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job Summary
The Public Works & Engineering Department is seeking a detail-oriented Facilities Specialist to support the maintenance, repair, and operation of municipal buildings and infrastructure. Responsibilities include coordinating facility services, ensuring safety compliance, and assisting with project planning and execution. Ideal candidates will have experience in facilities management and a strong commitment to public service.
Performs restoration, renovation, and maintenance work in designated skilled trades to include all aspects of general carpentry, sheetrock, painting, air conditioning, minor electrical and plumbing. Work as a general helper with the ability to diagnose and document issues. Has the ability to make minor repairs with limited supervision. Assists the Supervisor in overseeing contractors in the construction and repair projects to ensure they are done in a professional and timely manner.
Duties
FACILITIES SPECIALIST I:
Responsible for effectively evaluating, planning, scheduling and completing all approved building repair, renovation and restoration projects as directed. Directly involved in assisting with minor project repairs including: replacement of lock sets, minor lighting and electrical repairs, electrical door maintenance, drywall, painting, and roof repair.
Assists in overseeing and managing outside contractors performing approved repairs, renovations and restorations.
Responsible for properly logging and reporting completion of all repairs or escalating major repairs to the Facility Supervisor as needed.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
FACILITIES SPECIALIST II:
Responsible for effectively evaluating, planning, scheduling and completing all approved building repair, renovation and restoration projects as directed. Directly responsible for repairs including: general carpentry, sheetrock, painting, air conditioning, minor electrical and plumbing with heavier emphasis on trade certifications.
Assists in overseeing and managing outside contractors performing approved repairs, renovations and restorations.
Responsible for properly logging and reporting completion of all repairs or escalating major repairs to the Facility Coordinator as needed.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
FACILITIES SPECIALIST III:
Responsible for effectively evaluating, planning, scheduling and completing all approved building repair, renovation and restoration projects as directed. Directly responsible for repairs including: general carpentry, sheetrock, painting, air conditioning, minor electrical and plumbing with heavier emphasis on trade certifications.
Acts as a lead specialist and is available to train, mentor, and advise other specialists with projects.
Assists in overseeing and managing outside contractors performing approved repairs, renovations and restorations.
Responsible for properly logging and reporting completion of all repairs or escalating major repairs to the Facility Supervisor as needed.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
FACILITIES SPECIALIST I:
Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
One year of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities.
Ability to pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
FACILITIES SPECIALIST II:
Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
Three years of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities.
Possession of one certification in one of the following trades. Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, locksmithing and or any other building maintenance trade.
Ability to pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
Preferred:
HVAC Technician Certification
EPA Certification Universal HVAC Type I, Type II, Type III
BPAT
FACILITIES SPECIALIST III:
Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
Three years experience in a paraprofessional maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities related role.
Possession of two certifications in one of the following trades. Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, locksmithing and or any other building maintenance trade.
Ability to pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
Preferred:
HVAC Technician Certification
EPA Certification Universal HVAC Type I, Type II, Type III
BPAT
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
FACILITIES SPECIALIST I:
Ability to multitask, establish priorities, work independently, and maintain organization. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.. Knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft office programs (Excel and Word). Must be able to perform routine building maintenance. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.
FACILITIES SPECIALIST II/III:
Ability to independently evaluate, analyze and establish work priorities. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft office programs (Excel and Word). Must be able to perform routine building maintenance. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.
Here at the City of Baytown, in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you bring. We strive to provide a workplace where differences are honored, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we serve.
Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime. This position provides services or performs duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation, the incumbent in this position may be required to remain to perform needed services.
Overall Position Strength Demands
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
To promote health and wellness, we provide a comprehensive benefits program (listed below) to meet the needs of you and your family. Our goal is to help you live and work well – 365 days a year.
Medical
United Healthcare
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
Annual Deductible (Network) $750 Indiv/$2,250 Family
In-Network Benefit 80%/20% after plan deductible
$50 co-pay (general visit)
RX - $10 Generic/$40 Formulary/$75 Non-Formulary
Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and Dependent Care expenses
FREE virtual visits
Dental
Cigna Dental PPO & DHMO
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
Preventative & diagnostic covered at 100%
Annual Deductible: $50/Indiv (Cigna PPO) - No annual deductible for Cigna DHMO
Vision
Superior Vision
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
In-Network exam co-pay $10 & $25 materials co-pay
Frames: $140 Allowance - Contact Lenses: $160 Allowance
Holistic Health & Wellness
Employee Wellness Center offering FREE primary care medical treatment for employees & dependents on the Medical plan
FREE access to gyms, Shipt, and Walmart+ through our employee medical insurance
Gym partnership with Lee College Wellness Center & swimming pool for $58/year
Employee Assistance Program providing employees and their household family members up to 8 FREE counseling sessions per issue per year, legal and financial assistance, will generator tools, and more!
Sick Leave Pool providing participants additional paid sick time if accruals are exhausted.
SmartDollar: free online program providing tips and tools from Dave Ramsey for getting out of debt and building good saving practices
Retirement
Texas Municipal Retirement System:
7% employee contribution with a 14% employer match
5 year vesting
Retirement Eligibility: 20 years of service/any age - or - 5 years of service/at least age 60
FREE Life Insurance coverage up to 1X your base annual salary
MissionSquare and Roth IRA plans: additional voluntary employee participation
Disability Insurance
Equitable:
Long-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of monthly earnings up to $8,000 per month up to social security age, depending on the disability
Short-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of weekly earnings up to $1,000 per week for up to the first 13 weeks of a disability
Training and Tuition Assistance
The HUB Employee Training Center: we invest in you by equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to live out our Purpose and Core Values
Access to funding up to $1,500 per semester or $3,000 per year for tuition toward courses that are job-related or will enhance your work performance
Generous Paid Sick, Vacation, & Holiday Leave
10 holidays per year and one personal employee day per year
15 days sick leave per year
Starting at 10 days of vacation per year; up to 25 days per year
Sick and Vacation hours roll over annually up to the maximum limit
15 days Paid Parental Leave
To explore all of the benefits we offer, please visit: baytownlife.com
01
Do you have the ability to pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility?
Yes
No
02
Do you possess a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)?
Yes
No
03
Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (Must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days)
Yes
No
04
How many years of experience do you have in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities?
Less than 1 year of experience
1 - 2 years of experience
3 - 4 years of experience
5+ years of experience
05
Do you have basic computer processing skills in Microsoft Office?
Yes
No
06
Do you have certification(s) in any of the following? (Please select all that you possess)
Electrical
Plumbing
HVAC
Locksmithing
Other building maintenance trade
I do not have any certifications
07
Please list your certifications. If you do not have any, please indicate "N/A".
Required Question
Employer
City of Baytown
Address
2401 Market Street Baytown, Texas, 77520
Phone
281-420-6520
Website
http://www.baytown.org
Apply
Please verify your email address Verify Email