Facility Maintenance Technician

Facility Maintenance TechnicianA Facility Maintenance Technician performs a variety of routine and semi-skilled tasks involving general maintenance of MTA facilities, equipment, and grounds, supervised by the Facilities Supervisor.Principal responsibilities include:Maintain all MTA facilities, equipment, and grounds, as neededOperates powered tools and equipment, trucks/trailers, grounds maintenance equipment, plows, skid steer, forklifts and other powered equipment as neededRemove snow and ice by shoveling, plowing, and/or salting sidewalks, roadways, parking areas and stepsUse power washing equipment to clean facilities, equipment and vehiclesPerform maintenance on grounds and roadways, including but not limited to filling potholes and crack sealingPerform painting work on building interiors and exteriors, fuel tanks, and pipes, and other items, as neededPerform basic plumbing repair and troubleshooting of toilets, floor drains, trench drains, pits, and separators, as neededReplace lighting and fixtures throughout buildings and in parking lotsTroubleshoot and repair HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systemsPerform basic building construction duties using proper methods and materialsCheck and fill all facility maintenance vehicles and equipment fluids daily, as requiredPerform facility, vehicle and equipment sanitation functions, as assignedUse computers and/or electronic equipment to fulfill job functions/work ordersMaintain good working relations with co-workers and supervisorsPerform other duties, as assignedMinimum acceptable employment requirements include:High School Diploma or equivalentValid Michigan Driver's License with a clean driving recordAbility to pass a physical and drug screenAbility to pass criminal and reference checksPossess general knowledge of HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical and Construction methods as well as materials and codesAbility to safely operate several types of power tools and equipment, mowers, hand and power toolsAbility to troubleshoot and repair a variety of facilities systems including construction, HVAC, compressors, electrical systems 120v – 480v 3 phase, low voltage systems, fire alarms and sprinkler systems, plumbing systems, compressed air systems, and commercial door systemsAbility to understand the applications and use of cleaning materials and suppliesAbility to understand the applications and use of lawn materials, supplies and equipmentAbility to attend work regularly and work under stressful conditionsAbility to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writingMinimum acceptable job performance standards include:Maintain continuous professional attitude, well-groomed appearance and conduct work with positive attitude at all timesBe aware and operate within OSHA standards and company safety policies at all timesCommunicate effectively, both verbally and in writingMeet standards required by Mass Transportation Authority, including no addiction to alcohol or drugsMaintain an excellent driving recordWear and maintain authorized MTA uniformBe punctual and report for duty in the prescribed mannerComply with all MTA rules and regulations and contractual requirementsPhysical requirements include:Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 poundsAbility to perform manual labor indoors and outdoors, in temperature extremes for extended periods of time; tolerate dust, pollen, wind, and rain; tolerate fumes and odorsAbility to climb ladders and steps regularly; May work at elevations greater than 10 feetDaily use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; Ability to reach with arms and handsAbility to walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouchAbility to tolerate some vibration and moderate exposure to mechanical partsAbility to safely fit behind the steering wheel of the standard vehicle operated by MTAWork environment is performed in multiple facilities and locations, as well as indoors and outdoors.Wage rate is $23.96 per hour.Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Apply online at mtaflint.org. MTA is an equal opportunity employer!Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.