Facilities Maintenence Technician Job Norwich area,Connecticut USA,Maintenance/Cleaning

The Norwich Free Academy is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician. The Facilities Maintenance Technician performs skilled and general maintenance, repair, installation, and preventive maintenance work to support the safe and reliable operation of Norwich Free Academy’s buildings, grounds, equipment, and infrastructure. The position performs work across multiple maintenance disciplines, responds to routine and emergency maintenance needs, and supports campus operations, school activities, snow and severe-weather operations, and other Facilities Department responsibilities as assigned.

This is a full time, 12 month position. Full benefits package, including vacation, holidays, health insurance, and participation in a 401(k). Hourly rate range: $25.95 – $26.99

++Performance Responsibilities++

Perform maintenance and repairs to NFA buildings, equipment, machinery, fixtures, and building systems in accordance with established procedures, manufacturer instructions, and applicable codes.

Inspect machinery, mechanical equipment, building systems, and related equipment for defects and perform preventive maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, and repair as necessary.

Perform electrical maintenance and repair work, including wiring, conduit, lighting fixtures, motors, electrical equipment, and related components within the scope of assigned responsibilities and applicable licensing requirements.

Perform plumbing maintenance and repair work, including piping, drains, valves, gauges, pressure regulators, fixtures, heating-system components, and related equipment.

Perform carpentry and building repair work, including the construction, repair, or installation of doors, partitions, cabinets, counters, furniture, flooring, trim, windows, and other building components.

Perform masonry, plaster, tile, concrete, painting, and general building maintenance and repair work as assigned.

Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, plumbing, and equipment malfunctions and complete or assist with appropriate repairs and replacement of components.

Install new and replacement equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions, applicable codes, and Facilities Department procedures.

Maintain Facilities Department vehicles and grounds equipment, including tractors, trucks, golf carts, sweepers, snow-removal equipment, and related machinery.

Maintain accurate work records and documentation in accordance with Facilities Department procedures.

Identify building, equipment, and maintenance concerns and recommend repairs, maintenance needs, and building improvements to the Facilities Manager.

Participate in snow removal, sanding, salting, de-icing, campus opening and closing, and other severe-weather or emergency operations as assigned.

Provide Facilities coverage for school operations, evening or weekend activities, special events, and other campus needs as assigned.

Follow established safety practices and properly use tools, machinery, equipment, personal protective equipment, and hazardous materials.

Respond to urgent maintenance needs, building system failures, equipment problems, and other Facilities Department emergencies as assigned.

Perform other Facilities-related duties as assigned by the Head of School, Facilities Manager, Foreman, or designee.

++Working Conditions++

Frequent movement throughout NFA’s buildings and grounds, including work in mechanical rooms, construction areas, elevated locations, confined spaces, and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions.

Frequent standing, walking, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and other physical activities associated with facilities maintenance work.

Regular use of hand tools, power tools,…