General Trades Technician

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

About the role

The General Trades Technician will provide general maintenance to facilities and building maintenance. As a Maintenance Technician, you will be a valuable member of the maintenance team, responsible for checking, troubleshooting, and making routine repairs in electrical, air conditioning, water heaters, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and other building maintenance areas. Work may include tight spaces depending on the maintenance requirement.

Responsibilities

• Performs general maintenance and repair work on facilities and equipment.
• Responds to service requests, including but not limited to electrical, furnaces, lighting, HVAC systems, appliances, water heaters, disposals, general plumbing & fixtures, carpentry, painting, roofing, and other required maintenance items.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance to ensure machines operate smoothly, efficiently, and physical conditions of the buildings do not deteriorate.
• Follows and adheres to an established preventive maintenance program for all heating and ventilation systems, including replacement of filters.
• Assists in emergency maintenance as required, including sewage back-ups, water main and/or lateral breaks (dig to expose line, repair, and replace soil as needed), fires, other types of water leaks, and appliance repairs.
• Assembles, installs, and/or repairs wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment.
• Checks blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs.
• Installs, maintains, evaluates, and repairs any components of the facility’s systems.
• Operates plant equipment and building automation systems.
• Maintains equipment such as tools, gauges, snakes, drills, etc., in ready repair. Operates trade-related tools and equipment; maintains/assists an accurate inventory of all materials and tools.
• Understands the proper use of equipment and chemicals and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Reads and utilizes blueprints, plans, drawings, and sketches to determine the work to be performed and resources required.
• Maintains a clean and safe workplace and performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures and standards of CGL Facility Maintenance, OSHA requirements, and client’s needs.
• Handles hazardous materials in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Ensures unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner. Observes all safety practices and regulations.
• Ensures all maintenance conforms to quality standards and designated timeliness.
• Completes all required compliance, safety, and developmental training as assigned.
• Is available for on-call services as needed.
• Trains other technicians with unlike skillsets on basics of the trade and provides mentorship, oversight, and direction.
• Must input work orders into the CMMS system per CGL policy.
• This position requires driving for the Company using either a Company vehicle or a Personal/Rental vehicle to conduct Company business more than 50% of the time.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 years of experience in building repairs and maintenance or in the specific area of assignment preferred.
• General knowledge of the following maintenance trades/skills: electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to perform work outside in all weather conditions and perform physical work, including lifting weights of up to 50 pounds regularly and above 50 pounds occasionally.
• Willing and able to work occasional on-call shifts.
• Must be a team player with a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and reliability.
• Must be computer proficient.
• Requires self-motivation, the ability to multitask, prioritize, and demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly interacting effectively with clients.
• Valid Driver’s License in the state of employment required.
• EPA 608 Certification preferred.
• Skilled Trade Certification preferred.

Pay

We are committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. Final salaries will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, licenses, certifications, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity. Hiring at the top of the range is reserved for exceptionally qualified candidates.

Benefits

A competitive salary is only one part of your total rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• HSA/FSA accounts.
• Retirement plans.
• Rewards programs.