Facilities Maintenance Technician

Position Summary:

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for the upkeep, maintenance, and repair of the shelter and clinic facilities, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for animals, staff, volunteers, and visitors. This role involves performing preventative maintenance, routine repairs, and emergency fixes, as well as coordinating with vendors and maintaining safety compliance.

Essential Job Functions

General Maintenance & Repairs:

• Perform routine inspections of building systems, including doors, windows, lighting, plumbing fixtures, and HVAC units.
• Identify and report maintenance issues, responding to work orders promptly and efficiently.
• Complete minor repairs such as patching walls, fixing leaky faucets, replacing light bulbs, and adjusting door hardware.
• Ensure proper maintenance of kennel enclosures, repairing fencing, gates, latches, guillotine doors, and drainage systems as needed.
• Perform painting, touch-ups, and minor renovations to maintain a professional appearance.
• Maintain and repair floors, tiles, and other surfaces to ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Address plumbing issues, including unclogging drains, fixing leaks, and replacing fixtures.
• Handle basic electrical repairs such as replacing outlets, switches, and troubleshooting electrical issues.
• Maintain and perform basic upkeep of HVAC systems, including filter replacements and thermostat adjustments.

Preventative Maintenance:

• Follow scheduled maintenance plans for equipment, including lubrication, cleaning, and filter replacements.
• Inspect fire safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, alarms, and emergency lighting, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Monitor building systems for potential issues and address them proactively.
• Ensure shelter vehicles and equipment are maintained, including oil changes, tire rotations, and minor repairs.

Grounds & Facility Upkeep:

• Supervise and perform maintenance of the grounds, including landscaping, pressure washing, and general outdoor upkeep.
• Maintain walking paths, parking lots, and exterior signage.
• Ensure kennel areas, play yards, and outdoor spaces are safe and well-maintained.
• Oversee janitorial tasks in public areas, ensuring a clean and sanitary environment.

Coordination with Vendors & Special Projects:

• Secure and maintain relationships with vendors for facility maintenance, repairs, and supply procurement.
• Coordinate with outside contractors for complex repairs or maintenance tasks.
• Obtain bids/estimates and submit proposed budgets to the Controller.
• Oversee setup and teardown for special events and shelter functions.
• Prepare and secure the facility in the event of a natural disaster or emergency.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provide training to staff on proper maintenance protocols and efficient operation of shelter facilities.
• Assist other departments as needed to ensure seamless shelter operations.
• Designated Safety Coordinator.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Myers, FL 33916 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $24