Facilities Maintenance Technician I - Central Health
Austin, TX
About the Job
Overview
Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Technician will perform sub-journeyman work in a variety of maintenance, repair, and tasks in one or more craft areas. Responsible for make-ready duties in offices and clinic areas, maintenance and repair work of painting, carpentry (countertops, doors, framing, drywall), furniture & equipment moving, light plumbing, basic appliance repair/installation, and light electrical. The position requires the ability to work effectively with others and in a team environment as well as independently when needed. Complies with established safety standards and maintenance schedules.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Works on multiple facility systems and performs tasks with limited supervision.
- Leads paint projects and wall repairs.
- Utilizes a variety of hand tools and power tools with the ability to train new employees.
- Performs advanced measurements using calipers, transits, meters, and other precise measuring instruments.
- Trains lower-level maintenance technicians in facilities maintenance skills.
- Troubleshoots power outages, repairs minor electrical problems, and changes light fixtures.
- Leads floor covering projects, orders materials and calculates materials needed.
- Drives company and personal vehicles as needed, including trucks and pick-up trucks.
- Replaces glass in doors and windows and leads projects that relate to glass installation and repairs.
- Performs and trains staff in simple plumbing installations and repairs, i.e., install/repair faucets, unclog drains, replace valves, etc.
- Operates and trains Facilities staff on power tools and equipment such as lifts, power sprayers, augers & drills, buffers, grinders, and floor sanders.
- Performs basic service on pumps, air handlers, and cooling towers, such as repacking, changing oil and filters, and lubrication.
- Operates, troubleshoots, and repairs door systems to include auto openers, closers, all door hardware, and electric locks.
- Supports all facilities team members by communicating team needs to coordinator and Facilities Manager.
- Occasionally instructs others about safety.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Equipment, methods, and materials used in routine painting
- Equipment, methods and materials used routine carpentry
- Equipment, methods, and materials used in moderate levels of construction, i.e. building walls, hanging
- Doors and windows
- Basic electricity
- Proper safety practices, procedures and regulations applicable to work being performed
- Equipment, methods and materials used in ground maintenance.
- Proper methods and procedures used in cleaning work area and equipment.
- Using basic hand tools, power pools, equipment.
- Understanding and following oral and/or written instructions
- Participate in the “on call” rotation for the department, including weekends and after hours
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum Experience:
3 years Experience in General Maintenance such as…Ability to lockout electrical circuits, troubleshoot HVAC, painting, and carpentry.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
- Texas Class "C" Driver's License Upon Hire
- OSHA 30 Hour Course completion within 1 Year
- Proof of automobile liability insurance coverage on personal vehicle utilized for work related purposes upon hire
- CHT Certified Healthcare Technician within 2 Years