Technician

Description / Job Summary

The FacilitiesTechnician is responsible for the coordination of day to day activities pertaining to the maintenance and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, HVAC systems, and all related equipment associated with a 600,000 sq. ft. facility.

The Facilities Technician provides support to the maintenance team and other team members by responding to requests related to technical issues, basic repairs to operational equipment, routine maintenance requests, and ensuring the firm's upkeep and safety guidelines and standards are met.Responsibilities / Duties

Respond to daily requests and coordinate mechanical, plumbing, painting and maintenance activities; assist with related projects

Perform routine building maintenance tasks and minor plumbing, carpentry, painting, drywall repair and HVAC repair (e.g. repair / install plumbing fixtures, HVAC maintenance , repairs to damaged furniture ) in compliance with safety guidelines and firm procedures

Perform general maintenance tasks (e.g. supply bins and crates, clean and ready conference areas, glass cleaning, restroom and pantry cleaning, lock replacements, hardware adjustments, and tile repair, grouting )

Oversee all required electrical work, HVAC , and plumbing activity related to new installations, modifications and maintenance

Perform routine rounds of critical areas, such as data center, pump rooms, caf ; monitor and survey electrical, temp readings, pantries for leaks and take note of other issues or tasks that need to be performed and / or escalated

Support Office Services conference room setups (e.g. clean and room ready conference areas, remove and replace chairs for set-ups, provide and remove easels and whiteboards, open and close folding walls, provide / remove extension cords and power strips, glass cleaning, room temperature adjustment), emergency calls, and other requests as required

Escort and oversee outside contractors and trades to complete facility approved maintenance and repairs on a timely basis

Oversee and communicate status of daily maintenance requests with Office Services

Perform inventory of tools and supplies, and update Task Lists

Work weekends and OT on an as-needed basis

Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills

Strong knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, drywall repair, light carpentry repairs, and painting

Strong knowledge of maintenance and repair as related to the infrastructure of a commercial facility

Strong understanding of safety as it pertains to working in the air, or tight spaces in or around people or operable equipment

Ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing

Basic to intermediate computer skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Strong leadership skills to motivate and develop a team atmosphere

Can organize, prioritize, plan and multi-task work activities in a high pressure environment

Preferred Skills

Ability to calculate voltage, amps., phases for electric loads, mechanical loads, BTU's and cooling preferred

Thorough understanding of base building systems preferred

Required Experience

4 to 6 years of commercial, office and / or property maintenance experience in plumbing, HVAC systems, carpentry and painting required

Preferred Experience

Experience in a financial or large law firm preferred

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required

Preferred Education

Associate's degree preferred

Details

Salary Information

NY only : The estimated base salary range for this position is $45k to $50k at the time of posting.

The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and / or from which they will be performing the job.

This role is non-exempt meaning it is overtime pay eligible.

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Last updated : 2024-02-23