Maintenance Technician

A Maintenance Technician is responsible for keeping a facility operating and repairing any problems when they are discovered before they have a chance to worsen. A Maintenance Technician will usually be required to perform a wide range of repair tasks around a facility. Some other tasks a Maintenance Technician may be called upon to do include:

• Performing routine maintenance around the building such as fixing structural damage, for example, window, door or wall repair

• Repairing broken or leaking plumbing to avoid water damage and restore full use of water fixtures

• Working on damaged electrical wiring when a shortage or severed wire occurs

• Maintaining the building HVAC equipment in order to keep climate control in the facility functioning properly. Experience with PTAC units is helpful.

• Applying preventative measures to the building to reduce the risk of future problems.

• Fixing potential safety hazards to avoid injuries

• Painting when old paint has become faded, chipped, or scraped.

Qualifications

• Plumbing knowledge to address leaks, clogs or other drainage problems

• Electrical capabilities to manage problems with the building’s electricity, replacing switches, light fixtures, light bulbs.

• Carpentry ability to handle basic repairs around the building

• Groundskeeping outdoor areas in need of maintenance

• Interpersonal skills to interact with employees or guest of the building in a pleasant manner

• Attention to detail to ensure that all jobs are completed in an exemplary manner and any potential hazards or warning signs of problems are not overlooked

• Physical stamina to handle a full shift of being active and working on the building