Facilities Maintenance Technician I

About the role

As a Facilities Maintenance Tech I, you will perform a variety of manual labor and semi-skilled tasks using power and hand tools, power washing equipment, and other tools to complete assigned tasks. Work is on commercial transit building components, bus stops, shelters, and park-and-ride properties. You will perform maintenance, repairs and assembly, cleaning and janitorial duties, and grounds maintenance. Work is often physical in nature, performed primarily outdoors, and often next to high-volume, high-speed traffic that may require standing for extended periods of time. May also work at elevated heights.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform physical labor and routine maintenance tasks as assigned, including, but not limited to:
  • Painting
  • Groundskeeping
  • Graffiti, trash, and litter removal
  • Carpentry
  • Furniture assembly and set-up
  • Office moves and relocations
  • Lighting and electrical service
  • Minor plumbing repairs
  • Proactive and preventative equipment maintenance
  • Bus stop and shelter maintenance, assembly, and repairs
• Manage and maintain work order information in CMMS software through accurate data entry

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years of trade school, or recent experience (within the past 7 years) performing a variety of semi-skilled maintenance
• Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license with a good driving record (based on a 5-year driving records report)
• Must be available to work overtime and respond to emergencies as needed
• An equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the job duties is also accepted

Knowledge Requirements

• Proper safety precautions and use of safety equipment

Skill Requirements

• Fostering an inclusive workplace by valuing and leveraging diversity, equity, and inclusion to uphold Community Transit’s Core Values and achieve the organization’s vision and mission
• Inspiring and fostering team commitment, pride, and trust
• Facilitating cooperation and motivating team members to accomplish group goals while treating others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect
• Reading and understanding basic diagrams, directions, maps, elementary blueprints, and other instructional/directive materials
• Basic computer skills, for data entry of work orders, and e-mail with a high degree of accuracy
• Interpersonal skills and working with a diverse population
• Basic computer functions and using and learning software programs
• Safely operate various equipment, power tools, and light and medium vehicles
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to ensure comprehension of instructions, safety guidelines, and other critical content, as well as to document procedures and share information
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees at all levels within the company and the public that Community Transit serves
• Actively promoting and maintaining professional and respectful interactions within the CT team and with external customers

Preferred Skills And Knowledge

• General facilities maintenance and repairs
• Basic computer and data entry skills

Working Conditions

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions, on lifts and ladders, and in shops with high noise levels, oil, grease, and other chemicals
• Must also be able to work in various traffic situations
• Operate maintenance tools and equipment, and standard office equipment and keyboards
• Move throughout and between different Maintenance shop buildings
• Stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb ladders, work at heights above 30 feet, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
• Lifting more than 50 pounds frequently and up to 75 pounds occasionally is required