Maintenance Technician

Functions Of The Position

Performs minor and major repair of both Illinois and Missouri facilities and equipment.

• Completes daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment maintenance procedures and maintains records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
• Maintains records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
• Keeps maintenance room, machines and tools clean, neat and orderly.
• May obtain estimates for supplies, repair parts; orders parts as needed.
• Maintains tools and machinery in good conditions and uses all tools carefully and as instructed.

General knowledge of various types of equipment used in the building trades.

• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds and have reliable transportation is a must.
• Must be able to bend, twist, push and pull.
• Must have a can-do, positive attitude, and the ability to thrive working in a fast-paced team environment.
• Must pass a background check and drug test.

MECHANICAL

• Performs preventive maintenance procedures on mechanical equipment on a scheduled basis; inspects belts, checks fluid levels, replaces filters, greases bearings, seals, etc.; repairs or replaces broken parts.
• Analyzes mechanical and operational problems on assigned equipment and plans for and takes corrective action.
• Makes necessary corrections and running adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality.
• Makes preventive maintenance check and inspection of assigned equipment, reports findings to supervisor and takes appropriate action.

PLUMBING

• Works as a plumber in assembling, installing, and repairing pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, and sewer systems.

CARPENTRY

• Acts as a carpenter in the alteration, repair, and maintenance of buildings, floors, roofs, stairways, doors and windows.

ELECTRICAL

• Serves as electrician in repairing minor electrical malfunctions and installing new equipment.
• Installs electrical wiring and equipment; new electrical services, wiring during remodeling projects; replaces and repairs wiring as needed.
• Repairs electrical equipment and control circuits; replaces faulty electrical switches; repairs refrigeration equipment.
• Responds to emergency maintenance requests as required.

SITE

• Maintain the grounds in accordance with relevant regulations and agency standards.
• Develop, implement and review regularly site-specific maintenance logs.
• Evaluate long-term needs in relation to major projects and property improvements.
• Complete corrective and preventative maintenance in accordance with company operating procedures and practices.

EQUIPMENT

• Ensures that major equipment and furnishings are maintained and in safe, operable condition and/or arrange for replacement or repair.
• Attends and participates in training opportunities, workshops and seminars relevant to this position.

Education: Electrical and/or Maintenance, Technical School degree or certificate

Skills / Abilities: Prefer troubleshooting skills in the following areas: Hydraulic and electrical: press brake, shear, iron worker, overhead cranes, compressors, forklifts, motors & controls and welding machines. Hand Tool: Grinders, Drills, Air Tools. General building maintenance: Plumbing Carpentry, Drywall, Painting. Safety Inspections: Cranes, Forklifts, scissor lift, ladders, fall prevention and rigging & lifting hardware.