Facilities Maintenance Technician I - Central Health

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