Facilities Coordinator II or III

TxDOT is looking for a Facilities Coordinator II or III, based in Houston, Texas, at the Administrative Services Office at Houston HQ, 7600 Washington Ave. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to be part of our facilities team. This position requires a great spirit of teamwork and a strong willingness to learn. We will train you on all aspects of the job. We have a diverse workforce of over 1,200 employees, with opportunities for growth and development. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced team, enjoy learning, and working independently, join us and let us help you reach your goal!

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs. 

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
 

Facilities Coordinator II:
Coordinates, inspects, and monitors building maintenance, operations, and service activities, including grounds maintenance, housekeeping, and security in a district or at an Austin area campus. Leads technical employees. Work requires contact with contractors and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Facilities Coordinator III:
Coordinates, inspects, and monitors building maintenance, operations, and service activities, including grounds maintenance, housekeeping, and security in a district or division. Monitors preventive maintenance programs, facility use plans, emergency planning, and trades contracts for assigned facilities. Leads and coordinates all space management and capital improvement requirements for the district or division through the Support Services Division. Work requires contact with contractors and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties:

Facilities Coordinator Ii:

• Assists in negotiation, development, and implementation of service contracts.
• Makes recommendations on violations noted during inspections and conducts follow-up inspections.
• Performs periodic inspections of buildings and grounds.
• Coordinates, inspects, and monitors building repairs, operations, and service activities (including housekeeping, security, and/or groundskeeping) at one or more sites.
• Coordinates, inspects, and/or monitors maintenance of interiors, roofing, flooring, and/or associated heating, ventilating, air conditioning, electrical, and plumbing systems of buildings, including picnic and safety rest area structures.
• Coordinates, schedules, inspects, and/or monitors work of employees, contractors, and/or contracted employees
• Monitors buildings and systems; performs or coordinates repairs.
• Performs evaluation and may assist in developing and implementing the preventive maintenance program.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
• Facilities Coordinator III:
• Includes all essential duties listed for Facilities Coordinator II, as well as:
• Negotiates, develops, and implements service contracts for facilities.
• Ensures Facilities Integrated Workplace Management Systems' information is current and accurate for all districts and divisions.
• Oversees the implementation of the preventive maintenance program for districts and divisions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Facilities Coordinator Ii:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience: 8 years in building inspection, maintenance, and utility systems. (Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year-by-year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Facilities Coordinator Iii:

Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience: 9 years in building inspection, maintenance, and utility systems. (Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year-by-year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies:

Facilities Coordinator Ii:

Considerable Knowledge Of

• Preventive maintenance methods and procedures
• Building security policies and procedures
• Methods and procedures used in building maintenance and repair
• Utility systems including heating, air conditioning, electrical wiring and plumbing
• Contract development and oversight
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Safely using, operating, and maintaining applicable equipment
• Facilities Coordinator III:Includes all competencies listed for Facilities Coordinator II, as well as:

Proficient Skill In

Considerable Knowledge Of

• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Building support service operations and management
• Methods and materials used in housekeeping

Proficient Skill In

• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions:

Facilities Coordinator Ii And Iii:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour

• Subject To Noise

• Subject To Vibration

• Stooping - bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
• Kneeling - bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
• Lifting - raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
• Fingering - picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Close Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Visual Acuity - operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
• Conditions of Employment:
• Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
• Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category. 

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information