Maintenance Technician

Direct Hire; $25.75 - $29 p/hr

Raleigh, NC 27601

Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of general repairs, installations and maintenance on building equipment including changing ballasts, light bulbs and/or tubes, light switches, receptacles, door locks and general repairs on plumbing fixtures, refrigeration equipment, alarm and fire protection systems, piping and tubing, etc.
• Perform general carpentry, floor repairs, and other general repairs
• Inspect equipment for proper lubrication and perform other preventative maintenance duties per a schedule and as needed
• Troubleshoot building problem areas, make necessary repairs and adjustments
• Build strong customer relationships by proactively address customer concerns and inquiries, demonstrating a positive attitude and dedication to providing exceptional service.
• Refer complex situations to supervisor and or senior technicians
• Perform routine building inspections
• Install and repair new and existing plumbing fixtures, drain lines and accessories
• Supervise periodic testing and servicing, record results of cross connection devices
• Perform preventive maintenance, installation and repair of water pipes, controls, and associated equipment
• Perform installation and repair of various types of electrical fixtures including lamp and ballast replacement
• Installation and repair of electrical devices (switches, receptacles, breakers, low voltage transformers, etc.)
• Perform minor repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment including some filter changing
• Monitor/check water chemical treatment programs for cooling towers and fountains
• Monitor customer space temperatures and adjust thermostats when needed
• Assist the HVAC technician with any building related mechanical or maintenance issues when required
• Investigate and monitor repeat customer-related calls and report them to the Building Property Manager and Customer Service
• Perform minor leak repairs to roof, window, and fountains
• Assist contractors with life safety alarm systems and water-based or dry fire protection systems shut-downs and testing
• Perform installation and repair of ceiling tiles, wall coverings, vinyl tile, carpet, cove base, window blinds, signage, etc.
• Be responsible for accurate and timely record keeping and reporting
• Assist in snow and ice removal using power broom, ice melt, and sand; be available for emergency cleanup/repair after inclement weather

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• A fundamental knowledge of life safety systems to include fire alarm, sprinkler, fire pumps, and emergency generators
• Be available for emergency calls at night, weekends and holidays on a rotating schedule
• Maintain a current North Carolina Driver’s License

DESIREABLE:      

Certification in one of the following:

• Refrigerant Transition and Recovery
• Maintenance experience in an industrial or commercial environment

EDUCATION:     

At least 2 years education in at least one of the following:

• Electrical
• Construction
• Roofing
• Building Life Safety systems
• Plumbing
• Carpentry
• Mechanics

Or equivalent on-the-job training in one or more of the above consisting of a minimum of 18 consecutive months