Maintenance Technician

About the role

The Maintenance Technician performs a variety of maintenance and repair tasks to ensure the safety, functionality, and appearance of facilities. This role requires working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general maintenance practices. The technician must be able to travel to various work locations on demand.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings and structures to identify functional systems, malfunctions, and needed repairs.
• Perform minor electrical maintenance including replacement or repair of fixtures, switches, outlets, bulbs, ballasts, and cords.
• Conduct minor plumbing repairs such as fixing leaks, unclogging drains, and replacing hoses.
• Carry out minor painting, carpentry, and masonry work including surface preparation, painting, and hardware installation.
• Perform general cleaning and upkeep of facilities.
• Operate and maintain mechanical tools, paint equipment, and floor machines.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with a certificate in trade school or equivalent work experience related to facilities and/or maintenance.
• Basic understanding of facility-related systems and operations.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record and insurable by agency insurance.
• Reliable transportation (truck preferred); must be able to travel to various work locations on demand.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and against strict time constraints; able to work independently.
• Experience using standard powered and non-powered tools.
• Flexibility to perform overtime as needed.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, hand dexterity, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, speaking, and listening.
• Occasional sitting.
• Frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.