Facilities Technician

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Facilities Technician provides quality maintenance and operational support to all persons and departments. The Facilities Technician is expected to provide a service approach to maintenance and operations with the timeliest response consistent with staffing, workload, and quality.

The Facilities Technician views each person and department as a valued customer, and is committed to providing the best service possible.

Must be professional in appearance, conduct, and attitude.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSI BILITIES

• Act as a primary contact for building issues (climate control, odors, smoke, spills, damage, emergencies, and repairs)
• Coordinate, monitor, and work closely with outside contractors or vendors to ensure work is completed according to MBKU standards and specifications
• May act as a project coordinator for projects including large scale repair and new facility construction projects
• Monitor and replace light bulbs as needed; as well as perform any other light / minor electrical repairs
• Perform minor plumbing repairs as necessary
• Coordinate and assist with departmental and employee moves
• Monitor grounds maintenance and request additional services as necessary
• Hang pictures, shelving, signs, and other items as needed
• Dismantle and install furniture; make adjustments to desks, chairs, shelves, lockers, and file cabinets as needed
• Move and relocate furniture as required
• Transport goods and / or equipment as assigned
• Inspect and clean roofs of debris and report potential issues; coordinate roofers for repairs as necessary
• Perform minor locking systems repairs on doors, file cabinets, lockers, and other fixtures as necessary
• Monitor and report HVAC issues as appropriate
• Act as primary laborer for events set-ups and tear downs, including load / deliver chairs and tables where needed
• Monitor inventory levels of supplies, parts, and equipment, and replenish as necessary
• Check and repair / report vehicle maintenance issues and arrange for repairs as necessary
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner, provide accurate information, and resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner
• Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas as needed
• Operate variety of machinery / equipment, i.e. hand / power tools, blowers, mowers, saws, buffers, etc.
• Check fire alarm systems and coordinate repairs as necessary
• Respond to fire, security, water, building and other facilities emergencies in a calm, collected manner
• Additional work as required or requested by the Supervisor or Associate Director

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The r equirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Method and principles of general building maintenance
• Principles of carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical work, and HVAC systems
• Principles and practices of contract administration
• Principles of project management and coordination

Skills / Abilities to :

• Utilize MS Office for daily / routine work (must know Word, Excel, and Outlook at minimum)
• Communicate clearly and concisely in writing and speaking using English; including spelling, grammar / punctuation usage.

Candidate must be able to understand and follow written and oral directions in English; Spanish is a plus

• Use basic math skills
• Schedule preventative maintenance services
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools / equipment in a safe and effective manner
• Work with other departments to ensure job duties are carried out in a safe and timely manner
• Read and interpret blue prints and plans
• Monitor and evaluate the work of contractors
• Establish and maintain professional working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the general public
• Work in a team environment with good interpersonal skills as well as technical skills
• Prioritize work and work requests to maximize job efficiency and flow
• Work under pressure of deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Operate a motor vehicle and be in possession of a valid driver's license within a good driving record that meets the requirements under the University policy on Driving Company Vehicles is required.
• Work overtime, including nights and weekends, and willingness to be accessible during off hours in case of an emergency

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED
• At least two years related job experience in a maintenance or facilities environment
14 days ago