Maintenance Helper

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From commercial office space and manufacturing to multi‑site retail portfolios, we manage and support over 1 billion square feet of facilities space for the nation’s leading organizations. We provide comprehensive facility services ranging from mechanical maintenance and self‑performed, site‑based operations to energy‑efficiency upgrades and supplier‑managed interior/exterior maintenance.

In a safe, efficient, and professional manner the Maintenance Technician I completes required PMs and repairs on commercial and industrial facility equipment. The technician is an excellent communicator and has exceptional follow‑through capabilities.

• Abides by all safety guidelines including OSHA regulations, lock‑out/tag‑out, etc.
• Conducts “shift rounds” (regular checks of systems and equipment to identify issues, and document systems and equipment performance) and participates in an on‑call rotation.
• Maintains, troubleshoots, and performs minor repairs on equipment, sometimes working with guidance of more experienced techs. For example:
• Inspection/evaluation may include measurement of operating characteristics such as speeds, pressures, vacuum, or vibration; and features such as wear, replacement of expendables (i.e. belts, hoses, fluids, filters, etc.).
• Preventative maintenance may include tasks such as filter changes, condenser cleaning, oil changes, machinery lubing and greasing.
• Repairs could include tasks like routine cleaning/patching/painting buildings, basic repairs to equipment including small plumbing and simple electrical repairs; might include addressing client concerns with lighting, etc.
• Documents work results in the CMMS, analyzes findings and recommends updates to PM list.
• Communicates effectively with coworkers and customer staff; assuring that all aspects of a work request are understood. This includes ensuring the customer is adequately informed about work status and expected completion dates.
• Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by the Site Manager.
• Assist with snow removal duties as necessary.
• Assist facilities move and event coordinator with meeting room set‑ups.
• May provide guidance/escorts to Sub‑Contractors of facilities services.

Education:

High School diploma (or equivalent) required; preference given to those with some undergraduate or business school training.

Business

Experience:

Some experience using hand tools, working in roles that require physical labor including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry concepts is referred.

Licenses/Certifications:

Must possess a valid driver's license. Must possess or have the ability to obtain a secret security clearance.

Language

Skills:

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or graphic form. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Must be able to send/receive emails and be able to manage an email box. Must be able to operate the work order system. Ability to communicate effectively before small groups of customers and/or employees.

• Use of hand and small power tools.
• Disassemble/reassemble basic fixtures, furniture and equipment.
• Demonstrate basic plumbing and carpentry skills.
• Perform basic mechanical repairs to buildings and equipment.
• Operate a forklift, scissor lift, and aerial lift.
• Operate a personal computer, cell phone, and/or electronic tablet.
• Function with dynamic priorities, adapting to changing customer expectations and completing work requests efficiently with high quality standards.
• Support non‑customary schedules and weekend work and support snow removal activities.
• Problem‑solve practical situations with limited standardization.

Stand for extended intervals, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. Frequently climb stairs and ladders. Regularly lift and/or move up to 70 pounds, at higher than chest level and be able to tolerate adverse rooftop working conditions due to climate and tolerate extreme temperature…