Facilities Technician I

Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Facilities Technician to join our team. The Facilities Technician I will report to the Supervisor of Facilities, this position shall provide a primary role in the operations and functions of the Facilities Department of the Aquarium, with final authority in such matters remaining with the President/CEO.

Responsibilities

• Snow/ice removal from parking lots, sidewalks, loading ramps, and outdoor facilities
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that building systems operate efficiently and that the physical condition of the building does not deteriorate
• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices
• Possess a working knowledge of utility shut offs and the location of meters/monitoring devices
• Provide ground keeping services such as grass cutting, landscaping, and property management
• Perform building security as necessary
• Execute work order requests as assigned in a timely fashion
• Ensure the availability and accessibility of carts, lifts, and safety equipment
• Maintains cleanliness of public areas, including mopping, sweeping, changing trash bins, and other miscellaneous cleaning duties as needed.
• Cleans restrooms, wipe down/disinfect counter tops and other restroom fixtures and stocks restrooms as needed.
• Clean fixtures, floors, mirrors, dispensers, changing tables, door handles, toilets, urinals, and showers in restrooms/changing facilities, and restock paper products as necessary
• Clean parking lots as well as the sidewalks that surround the Aquarium of Niagara.
• Completes opening and closing procedures in an efficient and timely manner.
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles as needed during hours of operation, and at the close of day move all trash to designated disposal areas
• Monitor inventory of supply closet and notify the Supervisor of Facilities of supply requirements
• Perform any tasks and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Previous maintenance or building grounds experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively using the English language
• Possess basic knowledge of cleaning procedures, and be able to follow basic safety practices and procedures
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as function on a team

Working Conditions

• Must be able to stand and walk in extreme weather conditions for prolonged periods of time (i.e. sunny, wet, humid).
• Must be able to push, pull and lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Nights as needed
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Niagara Falls, NY 14301 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $21