Maintenance Tech II

About the role

This role will be critical in the operational delivery and support of a state-of-the-art life science campus in Waltham, MA. You will serve as a main point of contact for the building owners and contribute to system design and functionality discussions. The environment is collaborative, positive, and technically challenging, championing professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and trend facilities systems and status through the building management system.
• Conduct repair and preventative maintenance of equipment, systems, and facilities in line with operation manuals, diagrams, sketches, and manufacturers' specifications to increase reliability and useful life.
• Execute preventative maintenance and repairs on various types of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Provide initial response, triage, stabilization, and/or repair for all types of building infrastructure maintenance requests, with an emphasis on HVAC systems.
• Inspect, adjust, modify, and repair all types of boilers, heating systems, cooling systems, and auxiliary equipment.
• Conduct daily operation, maintenance, inspection, and repairs of the building's Energy Management System, Building Automated System, and Fire Safety System.
• Carry out daily/weekly tours of mechanical spaces, tenant/public areas, roofs, and building grounds.
• Respond promptly to service calls/tenant requests including HVAC, plumbing, lighting, escorts, general carpentry & painting duties, key making, picture hanging, and moving furniture and equipment safely.
• Effectively communicate with the owner, owner’s representative, or supervisor on the work performed and the present status of the mechanical system.
• Stay updated on changes in field safety and codes through seminars and other educational means.
• Provide technical support for projects and develop materials lists for ordering.
• Respond swiftly to emergencies, troubleshoot, and repair issues.
• Perform general housekeeping of mechanical/electrical rooms, including sweeping, mopping, and painting.
• Carry out routine repairs related to carpentry and general maintenance, and assist all other trades as required.
• Complete work following UG2's Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to serve as primary contact for site emergencies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, plus three to five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Wastewater Treatment License or the ability to achieve within six months.
• High-level proficiency in the use of building management systems.
• Ability to act as the Lead Engineer when required.
• Reliable and professional.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic math skills, including algebra and geometry.
• Basic computer skills including internet usage, email systems, electronic manuals, and online learning.
• Minimum of three to five years of hands-on experience in the MEP field.
• Ability to complete required company training.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Strong communication skills and a positive personality.
• Eagerness to grow within a team and understand in-depth critical building systems.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Universal CFC Certification is preferred.
• MEP licensure is preferred.
• MEP certifications are preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Hot Work certification is preferred.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Must remain stationary for extended periods of time.
• Must perform daily physical activity including climbing ladders, navigating multiple sets of stairs, and moving from room to room to inspect the physical condition of the building.
• Availability to respond to after-hours emergencies as necessary.

About UG2

At UG2, a leader in facility services, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and client satisfaction. We focus on developing the strongest customer relationships and the highest service delivery benchmarks in the marketplace. Founded in 2012, UG2 is privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, with regional offices in Chicago, Washington, D.C., New York City, West Palm Beach, Los Angeles, Sunnyvale, and Dallas.