General Trades Technician

Overview

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Position Summary:

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 access to tight spaces depending on the maintenance requirement.

• Performs general maintenance and repair work on facilities and equipment.
• Respond to service requests including electrical, furnaces, lighting, HVAC systems, appliances, water heaters, disposals, general plumbing and fixtures, carpentry, painting, roofing tasks, and other required maintenance items.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to ensure machines operate smoothly and that the physical conditions of the buildings do not deteriorate.
• Follow and adhere to an established preventive maintenance program for all heating and ventilation systems and perform the required maintenance including replacement of filters.
• Assist in emergency maintenance as required, including sewage back-ups, water main and/or lateral breaks, fires, water leaks, appliance repairs, and related tasks.
• Assemble, install and/or repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment.
• Check blueprints, repair manuals and parts catalogs.
• Install, maintain, evaluate, and repair components of the facility’s systems.
• Operate plant equipment and building automation systems.
• Maintain tools and equipment in ready repair and manage inventory of materials and tools.
• Understand the proper use of equipment and chemicals and the use of PPE.
• Read and utilize blueprints, plans, drawings, and sketches to determine work and resources required.
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace and perform work in accordance with safety procedures, CGL Facility Maintenance standards, OSHA requirements, and client needs.
• Handle hazardous materials in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Ensure unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner and observe all safety practices and regulations.
• Ensure maintenance conforms to quality standards and designated timeliness.
• Be available for on-call services as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required. Skills in trade certification is a plus.
• A minimum of two to three years of experience in building repairs and maintenance or in the specific area of assignment is desirable.
• General knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
• EPA certification is a plus.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform physical work, including lifting up to 50 pounds regularly and more than 50 pounds occasionally.
• Willing and able to work occasional on-call shifts.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance required.
• Strong work ethic, team player, positive attitude, and reliability.
• Computer literacy.
• Certifications may be required at time of hire or obtained within a required timeframe.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test and criminal background check.

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. We consider internal and external factors as part of every final offer, and we offer a generous total compensation and benefits package.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including paid time off, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, HSA/FSA accounts, retirement, rewards programs, and more.

The Company and its affiliates provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.