Machine Repair (Maintenance Tech)

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We are currently seeking a General Maintenance & Fleet Technician to work at our in Burlington, VT.
Schedule Shift is Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm (flexible - 40 hours). Offer includes a $1,500 sign-on bonus. Under limited supervision, the General Maintenance & Fleet Tech III will perform repairs and maintenance in the Biomedical facility. The General Maintenance & Fleet Technician typically performs work in one or more of the maintenance trades: carpentry, plumbing, painting, machine and equipment repair and electrical. Conduct routine, periodic, or special inspections to determine repair and maintenance work necessary to prevent breakdowns of facilities, machinery, and equipment. Use hand and power tools to test, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair machines and equipment. The General Maintenance & Fleet Tech III will provide customer service for Regional Fleet Management and facilities maintenance. Assist with the management of fleet operation for the Region. Manage the Regional Fleet Programs for motor vehicle registrations, operational and organizational maintenance, vehicle emergency safety equipment, issue, use, and inventory. Accountable for ARC gasoline and minor maintenance cards, enforcement of authorized use of ARC vehicle, vehicle sales, accident, recovery and claims, and formulation and compliance of fleet budgets. Facility is 32,000 sq. feet. Also, will manage a fleet of 12 vehicles.
Maintain and repair organization's facilities and properties involving routine tasks and responsibilities. Repair or replace concrete floors, steps and sidewalks. Paint structures and equipment as needed. Install and correct minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and structural problems. Document installation and repairs as required by regulatory agencies. Install, operate and service boilers, chillers, motors, fans, pumps and related mechanical equipment.
May move and store furniture and equipment.
Estimate time and material costs of various projects. Requisition new supplies and equipment.
Prune shrubs and trees to enhance growth and appearance, water lawns, shrubs and flowerbeds and spray fertilizer and insecticides. May rake and remove fallen leaves, sweep external walkways and staircases and may remove snow using power removal equipment or shovel. Apply snow-melting chemical when necessary on company roads, walkways and outside staircases.
Related experience includes skill and knowledge of painting, HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, masonry and electrical work is required.
Previous truck and/or bus driving experience is desirable. Must have basic writing and communication skills. Required to have basic computer skills. Travel: May drive vehicle to other locations. with assistance or the use of a powered industrial truck. Frequently required to push carts weighing up to 250 pounds on flat flooring or ramps. Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools and work with a variety of chemicals and solvents. Medical, Dental Vision plans

• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
• The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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