Maintenance Technician

Des Moines, IA
Full Time
Entry Level

Our Building Maintenance Technicians perform a full range of skilled duties related to the maintenance, repair and upkeep of buildings and facilities.

Position Purpose: Assist in maintaining company buildings and properties to provide a safe, comfortable and productive work environment.

Knowledge/Skills & Experience

  • Requires high school diploma or equivalent
  • Requires a high degree of mechanical aptitude
  • Requires knowledge of general building maintenance and operations
  • Requires working knowledge of HVAC systems
  • Requires working knowledge of basic plumbing techniques
  • Must have a valid drivers license
  • Requires experience with electricity and basic electrical circuitry.
  • Must have good communication skills at all levels
  • Must be able to read, write and have basic math skills
  • Requires experience with safe use of table saws, miter saws, drill presses, band saws, airless paint sprayer, cup sprayer, soldering torches, all common hand tools (i.e., wrenches, hammers screwdrivers etc.), etc.
  • Must have basic computer familiarity including e-mail and Microsoft programs
  • Requires great customer service
  • Ability to take direction from a direct supervisor and create their own schedule based on the direction given

Essential Duties

  • Follow all company safety rules and applicable regulatory requirements in the course of performing duties
  • Monitor and maintain facility grounds, which includes snow removal, grass trimming, weed removal, trash pick-up and any other activities necessary to preserve the professional appearance of the property
  • Monitor and maintain the interior and exterior building structure which includes painting, concrete and asphalt repair, drywall patching and any other activities necessary to preserve the professional appearance of the premises
  • Perform preventative maintenance on facility HVAC systems, air compressors and other equipment
  • Diagnose problems, identify corrective measures, and repair HVAC systems
  • Assist in the development and implementation of preventative maintenance procedures
  • Perform basic carpentry, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing tasks
  • Install light fixtures and repair/replace light bulbs and ballasts
  • Clear obstructions from toilets, sinks, and drains
  • Assist with maintenance activities related to the fire protection system
  • Be on call and respond to building emergencies during nights and weekends

Other Duties

  • Install, relocate and/or reassemble office furniture
  • Set up chairs, tables and other equipment for company functions
  • Monitor contractor work activities to ensure work is proceeding in a safe and efficient manner
  • Hang signs and banners
  • Perform other similar or less skilled work
  • Attend continuing education classes

Physical Environment & Working Conditions

  • Must be willing to wear any safety equipment required for the position such as safety–toe shoes, safety glasses, gloves, fall protection equipment, hearing protection, PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) and any other protective equipment necessary for the safe completion of work.
  • Certain tasks are inherently messy - the operator must be willing to get dirty in order to complete the work.
  • Individuals must be capable of successfully completing an initial program of classroom instruction regarding the nature of handling, storage and treatment of hazardous material including a review of applicable environmental and safety regulations. Must be willing to continue on the job training on this subject which will be done when deemed necessary by Supervisor or when new materials or regulations are introduced. This training must include emergency response procedures including shutdown of operations.
  • Works inside and outside in any and all weather conditions and will be exposed to temperature variations typical of historic Denver weather conditions.
  • The technician must be able to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Must be capable of working on a roof to a height of 50 feet.
  • Must be able to climb steps and work from ladders or lift truck platforms to a height of 50 feet.
  • Must be able to work with hands and arms using all types of tools and machinery.
  • Must be able to reach upward and outward, push, pull, lift up to 80 pounds occasionally and 30 pounds frequently.
  • Must be able to push/pull up to 1200 pounds using a pallet jack.
  • Must be able to stand and/or walk for the entire 8 hour shift, and longer if overtime is required.
  • Must be able to reach, bend, crawl and twist and be able to work in areas of building where space is limited.
  • Must be able to work in small places to repair equipment.

Typical shift: 9AM - 5PM

This Job Is:

  • A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
  • Open to applicants who do not have a high school diploma/GED
  • A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
  • Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • On call
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Experience:

  • Maintenance: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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