Elevator Facilitator

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Elevator Facilitator

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

14952

Department

Engineering Department

Opening Date

06/25/2025

Closing Date

7/25/2025 11:59 PM Central

Position Description

Position Overview
The Elevator Facilitator is responsible for managing the elevator maintenance and repair service contract for the Harris County portfolio of 190 elevators, 98 wheelchair lifts and 6 escalators across 50 County buildings. Oversees and coordinates the annual elevator inspections, follow-up on re-inspections, and obtain the City of Houston elevator permits. Regular duties include coordinating with consultants, contractors, County staff, and tenants. Reviewing, approving, and entering invoices into the Maintenance Information Management Spreadsheet (MIMS). This position will assist in putting together bid packages for elevator capital improvement projects and attending and bi-weekly and monthly meetings. Communicates diplomatically on a routine basis with elected and appointed officials, Harris County Sheriff’s Office, contractors, tenants, and the public.

Job Duties

  • Gather and assemble the required information to develop the scope and specifications for the solicitation of bids for the elevator service contract.

  • Manage the daily business of the elevator service contract.

  • Effectively prioritize daily tasks and work on multiple tasks within time constraints provided.

  • Communicate effectively with consultants, engineers, contractors, Engineering department personnel, and the Harris County Sheriff’s Office while establishing cooperative relationships.

  • Thoroughly report information, establish schedules, and complete projects on time.

  • Conduct monthly meetings to oversee elevator modernization and repair projects and ensure the scope of work, invoices, proposals, and change orders from the elevator contractor comply with the modernization specifications and repair proposal.

  • Proactively identify and address scheduling, budget, and performance issues with the elevator contractor and resolve problems before impacting project expectations.

  • Maintain files and records, prepare reports, contract drafts, changes, renewals, and amendments for group presentations.

  • Coordinate elevator inspections, evaluate reports of any elevator violations and initiate the appropriate response to correct violations. Ensure inspection reports are submitted to the City of Houston and the State of Texas to receive the elevator permit.

  • Through knowledge of ASME 17.1 and state and local codes.

  • Review the contractor’s invoices for payment and determine deductions for non-compliance.

  • Act as a liaison between tenants and contracted service providers.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
 
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:  High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.

Experience:

  • Two (2) years of office work experience in an administrative capacity required.

  • Five (5) years of experience in the elevator trade or industry required. 

Knowledge, Skill, & Abilities (KSAs):

  • Must have strong organizational skills in maintaining records and files.

  • Must possess proficient oral and written communication and presentation skills.

  • Must communicate effectively with a wide variety of people from diverse backgrounds.

  • Must have the ability to develop and create contract documents; read, understand, and write reports or correspondences, and interpret diagrams, drawings, site, and floor plans.

  • Must have the ability to understand contract documents, policies, terms, and conditions.

  • Must have the ability to work independently, reason logically, work under pressure, adapt to various circumstances, and use sound judgment in the performance of duties.

  • Must communicate diplomatically with elected and appointed officials, contractors, and tenants.

  • Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License and a good driving record.

  • Ability to drive a personal or county vehicle to various work sites as needed to accomplish tasks and projects.

  • Ability to exercise flexibility in accommodating shifting priorities, demands, and schedules.

  • Must be competent in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

  • Must be able to receive CJIS clearance, pass a security check, and a drug test, as required.  This position is Safety Sensitive and will be subject to random drug and alcohol screening.


NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Education:  Associate’s degree or higher preferred.

Experience:  Two (2) years of experience as a contract administrator preferred.

Knowledge, Skill, & Abilities (KSAs):

  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, building mechanical/electrical drawings, and technical guides.

  • Ability to effectively communicate progress, status, and issues to internal and external customers.

  • Must have the ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders), and safely install rigging/lifting devices.

  • Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine.

  • Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work.

  • Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

  • Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing.

  • Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics.

  • Ability to travel up to 25%.

General Information

Position Type

Regular Full-time


Salary Information

  • Based on 26 pay periods


Typical Hours Of Work 

40 hours per week in eight-hour shifts in a 24-hour per day/7 day per week operation normally, but also subject to early morning, evening, weekend, overtime, and Holiday work as required.


Location

1111 Fannin Street


Work Environment 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions. May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments); may require shift work and/or on call duties.. 



Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department. 

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HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.


The following benefits are offered only to Harris County employees in regular (full-time) positions:


Health & Wellness Benefits

  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Wellness Plan
  • Life Insurance 
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)
  • Eleven (11) County-observed holidays
  • One (1) floating holiday per year
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Sick Leave
Retirement Savings Benefit
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan


The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in full-time and select part-time positions:

  • Professional learning & development opportunities
  • Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan) 
  • Flexible work schedule*
  • METRO RideSponsor Program*

* Participation may vary by department.


In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.


For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits & Wellness website:

01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?
  • High School or GED diploma
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • None of the above
02
How many years of office experience do you have in an administrative capacity?
  • 0 - 1 year
  • 2 - 3 years
  • 4 - 5 years
  • 5+ years
03
How many years of experience do you have in the elevator trade or industry?
  • 0 - 1 year
  • 2 -3 years
  • 3 - 4 years
  • 5+ years

Required Question

Employer
Harris County
Address
1111 Fannin St
Ste. 600
Houston, Texas, 77002
Phone
713-274-5445