Maintenance Technician I

SUMMARY

The Building Maintenance Technician is responsible for our necessary buildings' essential ongoing maintenance and repair. They are heavily involved in supporting the store's safe, smooth, and successful day-to-day operations. Duties can vary from day to day and are assigned via a Help Desk platform or at the request of management. The Building Maintenance Technician must have good knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, drywall installation, electrical, painting, and general building repair. They also will need to be adept at using a variety of hand and electrical tools. I want you to know that experience in construction and building maintenance and a degree or certification from a technical school will be beneficial in this role.

Pay: $18-$21/HR Weekly Pay *** Higher Rates are Determined and Verified Through Previous Experience ***

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform and ensure that all work orders are completed within the time allotted.
• Assist with building rehabilitation within specified turnaround guidelines, including proficiency in special projects, i.e., drywall, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspection building.
• Assist managers in daily duties, including correspondence with staff, customers, and vendors.
• Ensure the property is maintained and in acceptable condition, including interiors, exteriors, and landscaping.
• Stock and maintain shop area as needed.
• Plans maintenance-related projects and oversees the completion
• Resolves issues and answers questions related to work methods /processes
• Schedules and performs repair tasks, including preventative and general maintenance
• Completes related documentation
• Inspects and maintains tools and equipment to ensure proper working order
• May drive on company business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment
• Prepare and submit all required reports and activities promptly and accurately.
• Adhere to policies and procedures.
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed for maintenance duties.
• Knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the ability to use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Knowledge of blood-borne pathogens (BBP) and the ability to safely clean blood-borne pathogens (BBP).
Various other job duties as asked by supervisor.

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS

• Effective communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to work in a high-performance, fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to adapt to and work effectively within a constantly changing environment.
• Organization and attention to detail
• High Energy Level
Persistence

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-4 years of previous building maintenance experience
• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured to drive a company vehicle
Previous safety training and building maintenance-related certifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, manual dexterity
• Vision abilities required include close, distance, and depth perception
• Lifting of 100 pounds
• Ability to walk a long distance on hard surfaces
• Ability to work under fluorescent lighting
• Climate affected by external conditions.
Considerable exterior noise

You'll need to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check upon the job offer.

American Furniture Warehouse provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Since 1975 our motto has been Under Promise and Over Deliver, precisely what we do daily. At AFW, we strive to provide a great work environment for our employees and give them the knowledge and tools needed to provide our customers with an even more excellent buying experience. At American Furniture Warehouse, We Do It Right the First Time.