Facility Maintenance

AMSPEC

Houston, TX

Estimated pay: Est. $17–$26/hr (market estimate, not employer-stated)

**Position Summary**

The Maintenance Person is responsible for maintaining the laboratory building, work areas, and facility systems in safe and proper working condition. This position performs routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and general repairs while coordinating with laboratory staff and outside service providers to support daily operations.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Perform routine inspections of the building, storage areas, and surrounding property to identify maintenance needs and safety concerns.
• Complete general repairs, including minor plumbing repairs, painting, carpentry, and repairs to doors, locks, shelving, furniture, and fixtures, within the employee’s training and authorization.
• Carry out scheduled preventive maintenance on assigned facility equipment and systems.
• Monitor facility systems, including lighting, plumbing, air conditioning, and refrigeration, and promptly report problems requiring specialized service.
• Respond to maintenance requests promptly and coordinate work with laboratory supervisors to minimize interruptions to testing and daily operations.
• Assist approved contractors with access and coordination for specialized electrical, HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and other facility repairs.
• Assist with moving and setting up furniture, shelving, and approved equipment as directed.
• Maintain records of inspections, repairs, completed maintenance requests, and outstanding issues.
• Keep tools, supplies, and maintenance areas organized. Ensure maintenance work does not obstruct walkways, emergency exits, or access to safety equipment.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures, wear required personal protective equipment, and promptly report leaks, damage, equipment failures, and unsafe conditions.

Required Skills

**Required Qualifications**

• **Ability to speak and understand English is mandatory.** Must communicate effectively with supervisors, employees, and service providers and understand work assignments and safety instructions.
• Previous experience in general maintenance, building repairs, or a similar position.
• Working knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general repair techniques.
• Ability to use common hand tools and power tools safely.
• Ability to follow instructions, identify problems, prioritize assignments, and work independently.
• Dependable attendance, good time management, and a responsible approach to completing assigned work.

**Preferred Qualifications**

• Experience working in a laboratory, commercial building, or industrial facility.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance schedules and basic maintenance recordkeeping.

**Physical and Work Requirements**

The position involves standing, walking, bending, using ladders, and moving tools, supplies, and equipment as needed to perform essential duties, with reasonable accommodation as applicable. Work may be performed in laboratory, office, storage, and outdoor areas.