Facilities Technician

SUMMARY

Do you have a passion for pets and a knack for fixing things? Are you a team player who enjoys a dynamic and rewarding work environment? If so, we encourage you to join the Pet Station Pack! We are seeking a reliable and efficient Facilities Technician to support our 16 store locations in the Reno/Tahoe region. As a key member of our team, you will play an essential role in ensuring our stores are well-maintained and running smoothly.

Pet Station is a community of pet lovers who are passionate about providing the best possible care for animals. Our team is a tight knit "pack" of dedicated individuals who share a common g: to enhance the lives of pets and their owners. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where every employee's contribution is valued. At Pet Station, we believe in teamwork, professional growth, and a commitment to animal welfare. If you are a pet enthusiast who thrives in a team-oriented atmosphere and wants to make a difference in the lives of animals, we encourage you to join the Pet Station Pack!

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Perform a variety of maintenance tasks, including painting, minor electrical work, simple plumbing repairs, and general handyman duties.
• Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues in a timely manner, ensuring minimal disruption to store operations.
• Assist with the upkeep of all Pet Station locations, including our warehouse and retail stores.
• Collaborate with the Pet Station Pack to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.
• Proactively identify and address potential maintenance needs.
• Contribute to the overall positive and collaborative team environment.
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, EDUCATION:
• A motivated self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude. You're eager to take initiative and contribute to a positive work environment.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a pack environment. You value teamwork, communication, and supporting your colleagues.
• A skilled maintenance technician with a passion for fixing things. You have at least one year of experience in general repair work and enjoy troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• A responsible individual with a strong work ethic. You are reliable, punctual, and committed to delivering high-quality work.
• An effective communicator who can clearly convey information. You can explain technical issues and solutions to colleagues and store management.
• A safety-conscious individual who prioritizes a safe work environment for yourself and others.
• Someone with a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. You're comfortable driving to various locations throughout the Reno/Tahoe region.
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  
  

It is essential to adhere to safety requirements. Contact your supervisor or Human Resources with questions. The following chart identifies the minimum requirements of the position and the approximate frequency required for each activity (tasks may vary daily as business necessitates).

C-Consistently

I-Intermittently

M-Moderately

R-Rarely

N-Never

ACTIVITY

Essential

Frequency

ACTIVITY

Essential

Frequency

Standing/Walking

x

Consistently

Feet (use of foot pedals, driving)

xModerately

Mobility

xConsistently

Lifting (1-10 lbs. weight)

xConsistently

Sitting

xRarely

Lifting (below knees to above shoulders)

xConsistently

Verbal Communication

xConsistently

Climbing (ladders 0-10 ft.)

x

Intermittently

Hearing

xConsistently

Carrying (1-10 lbs. weight)

xConsistently

Bending (from waist)

xModerately

Pushing (1-50 lbs. weight)

xConsistently

Crouching (squat)

xModerately

Pulling (1-50 lbs. weight)

xModerately

Stooping

xModerately

Reaching (below knee to above shoulder)

xIntermittently

Kneeling

xModerately

Climbing (stairs)

xModerately

Twisting

xModerately

Handling (holding/grasping)

xIntermittently

Driving

xModerately

Wrist (repetitions, flexion/rotation)

xIntermittently

• WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  
  

The characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of job. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office. When in the field, appropriate hearing protection may be needed. It is essential to adhere to safety requirements. Contact your supervisor or Human Resources for guidance or reporting, for example proper use of personal protective equipment.

Essential

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS DESCRIPTION

Frequency

Essential

Frequency

Office environment

x

Rarely

Vibrations

xModerately

Varying conditions due to travel

xConsistently

Contact with natural gas & other compressed gas

xRarely

Varying PPE requirements (mask, etc.)

xModerately

Confined space

Never

Warehouse/Production environment

xModerately

Work in high positions (0-10 ft.)

x

Moderately

Work alone

xIntermittently

Work in high positions (>11 ft.)

xModerately

Walk on concrete

xConsistently

Power/electrical equipment or hazards

xModerately

Walk on uneven/slippery surface

xConsistently

Work near moving mechanical parts

xModerately

Noise exposure

xModerately

Chemical hazard

xRarely

Fumes or airborne particles

xRarely

Biological hazard

Never

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status, an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other protected category. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background verification checks.