Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Responsible to assist with the operation troubleshooting, diagnostics, housekeeping, and repairs on commercial buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, grounds, and maintenance equipment for assigned properties/facilities.

Important Education

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Important Experience

• 4+ years of related experience in a commercial property setting

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Assists with basic troubleshooting and repairs of buildings and installed systems to include doors, floors, plumbing systems, kitchen appliances and miscellaneous equipment, roofs, drains, shop, grounds equipment, and HVAC
• Competent to replace HVAC Air filters, clear out HVAC drain pans and waste lines, replace HVAC pan waste line as needed, replace HVAC condensate pumps.
• Experience working with Building Management Systems basic features, like temperature settings, turning lights on and off, and setting schedules.
• Assist with installation and modification of building equipment and systems
• Replace and repair building finishes such as ceiling tiles, door hardware, wallpaper, and can paint walls, piping, floors and equipment
• Capable of troubleshooting and repairing basic mechanical and plumbing issues
• Troubleshoot, evaluate, and make recommendations to upgrade maintenance operations and/or implement savings opportunities
• Has competent knowledge of the use and care of tools and equipment used in facility and ground maintenance
• Responds immediately to emergency situations and customer service requests as assigned.
• Inspects buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions, preventative maintenance, etc.
• Maintains and operate fire and life safety systems such as Fire alarm systems, fire pumps and related fire protection system equipment as assigned
• Performs carpentry and miscellaneous repairs when necessary
• Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and Company directives as related to building operations and practice safe work habits
• Ability to use technology such as smart phones, tablets, computers, web-based applications, building automation systems, etc.
• Complete all required C&W Safety Training as scheduled annually
• Comply with C&W Uniform Dress Code while working and maintain a neat and clean appearance while on the property at times other than working hours

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Technical, vocational or on-the-job training in at least one of the following areas: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license (commercial license may be required) and good driving record with periodic checks
• Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word
• May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments); may require shift work and/or stand-by on-call duties

Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional office environment.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Must have ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices
• Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine
• Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work
• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
• Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing
• Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics

Other Duties

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Cushman & Wakefield