Building Maintenance Technician I

Job Description

The Building Maintenance Technician is responsible for the integral ongoing maintenance and repair of our retail buildings. They are heavily involved in supporting the safe, smooth, and successful day-to-day operations of the store. Duties can vary from day to day and are assigned via a Help Desk platform or at the request of management. The Building Maintenance Technician needs to have a good knowledge of skills including HVAC, plumbing, drywall installation, electrical, painting, and general building repair. They also will need to be adept at using a variety of hand and electrical tools. Experience in construction, and building maintenance, and a degree or certification from a technical school will be beneficial in this role.

American Furniture Warehouse is proud to offer an excellent and comprehensive benefits package for our employees!

BENEFITS

• Low Deductibles on Medical Plans
• Great Dental coverage
• Excellent Vision program
• Flex Expenses Account for both Medical and Dependent Day Care
• Life/AD&D Insurance available for Employees and Dependents
• Reasonable Long-Term Disability Premiums
• Unum Supplemental Plans Including Short Term Disability, Hospital, Accident, and Cancer
• Ultimate Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) and 401(k) Roth Retirement Savings Plan Perks
• A Family-owned company that cares about its employees
• Convenient Wellness Program
• Vacation Pay (Earned after the first 90 days of employment)
• Sick Pay (Earning begins at the date of hire)
• Paid weekly
• Holiday Pay and Two Personal Holidays after 60 days
• Multiple Employee Discount Offers
• Years of Service Recognition Program

SUMMARY

The Building Maintenance Technician is responsible for the integral ongoing maintenance and repair of our retail buildings. They are heavily involved in supporting the safe, smooth, and successful day-to-day operations of the store. Duties can vary from day to day and are assigned via a Help Desk platform or at the request of management. The Building Maintenance Technician needs to have a good knowledge of skills including HVAC, plumbing, drywall installation, electrical, painting, and general building repair. They also will need to be adept at using a variety of hand and electrical tools. Experience in construction, and building maintenance, and a degree or certification from a technical school will be beneficial in this role.

Pay Rate: $21+ (Depends on Experience)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform and ensure that all work orders are completed in the time allotted.
• Assist with rehabilitation of building within specified turnaround guidelines, including proficiency of specialty projects, i.e. drywall, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspection of building.
• Assist managers in daily duties, including correspondence with staff, customers, and vendors.
• Ensure the property is maintained and in acceptable condition including interiors, exteriors, and landscaping.
• Stock and maintain shop area as needed.
• Plans maintenance-related projects and oversee the completion
• Resolves issues and answers questions related to work methods /processes
• Schedules and performs repair tasks, including preventative and general maintenance
• Completes related documentation
• Inspects and maintains tools and equipment to ensure proper working order
• May drive on company business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment
• Prepare and submit all required reports and activities in a timely and accurate manner.
• Adhere to policies and procedures.
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed for maintenance duties.
• Knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the ability to use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Knowledge of blood-borne pathogens (BBP) and the ability to safely clean blood-borne pathogens (BBP).
• Various other job duties as asked by supervisor.

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS

• Effective communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to work in a high-performance, fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to adapt to and work effectively within a constantly changing environment.
• Organization and attention to detail
• High energy Level
• Persistence

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-4 years of previous building maintenance experience
• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured to drive a company vehicle
• Previous safety training and/or building maintenance-related certifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, manual dexterity
• Vision abilities required include close, distance, and depth perception
• Lifting 100 pounds
• Ability to walk a long distance on hard surfaces
• Ability to work under fluorescent lighting
• Climate is affected by outside conditions.
• Considerable exterior noise

Pay: Minimum starting rate is $18. Pay depends on experience.

About Us

American Furniture Warehouse is a retailer of home furnishings, operating in Colorado, Arizona, and Texas. With more than 3200 employees, we pride ourselves on our ability to offer value and service to our customers. When you join AFW you become part of a professional, customer service oriented company. AFW is seeking highly motivated, energetic, hardworking candidates to join our team. AFW offers highly competitive pay and a full benefits package that includes 401k, medical, dental, vision and a host of voluntary programs including life insurance, disability, all at affordable rates.

Job Info

• Job Identification 10965
• Job Category Building, Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 10550 Jake Jabs Blvd, Firestone, CO, 80504, US (On-site)