Facilities Technician

Facilities Maintenance Technician

At Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi, we encourage professional growth in a challenging and fast-paced atmosphere. Our 'be healthy' culture promotes health and wellness at all levels of the Company, and we provide our employees with the time, tools and resources to commit to a healthy lifestyle.

This position is responsible for proactively monitoring and maintaining all the BCBSMS facilities and grounds along with equipment and furniture moves. Completing assigned Facilities Request Forms on time and accurately. Coordinating and assisting with workstation relocations, meeting room setups and teardowns, and coordinating with facility and grounds vendors daily to ensure actions are in line with expectations. This position is a hands-on position addressing tasks such as caulking, painting, minor plumbing repairs, replacing ceiling tiles, replacing light bulbs, repairing doors, and picking up trash and limbs off the grounds. This position requires some project management with occasional weekend and after hours support to oversee projects. The position will coordinate closely with the Facilities Services Team Lead, under the direction of the Facilities Manager.

Job-Specific Requirements:

• Associates Degree preferred.
• Basic PC skills required (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook)
• Must have good driving record and valid Mississippi driver's license.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask, address multiple issues at a time.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to work with their hands.
• Ability to work in various environments such as heat, cold weather, rain or snow.
• Must be able to lift objects weighing 70 pounds or more and the ability to carry objects weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Must be able to read, interpret and follow instructions.
• Must be able to work in an occasionally noisy environment with proper hearing protection.
• Have a 24/7 support mentality.

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi is an Equal opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that is worth approximately one-third of the salary compensation. Our benefits program is among the best in the health care field. We are looking for employees who can bring their experience, expertise and dedication to work for our customers.