General Trades Technician

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The General Trades Technician will provide general maintenance to facilities and buildings. As a member of the maintenance team, you will check, troubleshoot, and perform routine repairs in the following areas: electrical, air conditioning, water heaters, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and other building maintenance tasks. Work may involve tight spaces and requires physical presence to meet maintenance needs.

• Perform general maintenance and repair work on facilities and equipment.
• Respond to service requests for electrical, furnaces, lighting, HVAC systems, appliances, water heaters, disposals, plumbing & fixtures, carpentry, painting, roofing, and other maintenance items.
• Carry out routine preventive maintenance to ensure machines operate smoothly and building conditions remain optimal.
• Follow an established preventive maintenance program for heating and ventilation systems, including filter replacement.
• Assist in emergency maintenance such as sewage back‑ups, water main or lateral breaks, fires, water leaks, and appliance repairs.
• Assemble, install, and repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, and equipment.
• Check blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs to determine scope of work.
• Install, maintain, evaluate, and repair facility system components.
• Operate plant equipment and building automation systems.
• Maintain tools and equipment in readiness for repair and maintain an accurate inventory of materials and tools.
• Use equipment, chemicals, and personal protective equipment (PPE) safely and in accordance with company and OSHA standards.
• Record and interpret blueprints, plans, drawings, and sketches to gather work requirements.
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace, following all safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Handle hazardous materials in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Identify and correct unsafe conditions promptly.
• Ensure all maintenance meets quality standards and is completed on time.
• Be available for on‑call services as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent (required). Trade certification is a plus.
• EPA certification is a plus.

• Minimum of 2–3 years of building repairs and maintenance experience (or in the specific area of assignment).
• General knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and lift up to 50 pounds regularly, and occasionally more.
• Willingness to work occasional on‑call shifts.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Team‐player with strong work ethic, positive attitude, and reliability.
• Computer literate.
• Certifications may be required at hire or obtained within the required timeframe.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug test and criminal background check.

We offer competitive and equitable pay, with final salaries based on geographic location, skills, education, licenses, certifications, and experience. Our goal is to ensure pay equity and to reward exceptionally qualified candidates.

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

• $1,000 Sign‑On Bonus

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.