Facilities Maintenance Technician

Duties and Responsibilities

Facilities Maintenance:

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical equipment.
• Inspect facilities regularly to identify and address maintenance needs, safety hazards, and potential improvements.
• Maintain and repair lighting systems, fixtures, and switches.
• Ensure proper operation of doors, locks, windows, and other building components.

Equipment Maintenance:

• Service and maintain tools, equipment, and machinery used within the facility.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, coordinating with specialized vendors if necessary.

Outdoor Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance:

• Maintain outdoor areas, including mowing lawns, trimming bushes, and caring for plants and trees.
• Remove debris, leaves, and trash to keep the property clean and presentable.
• Monitor and maintain irrigation systems to ensure proper functionality and efficient water use.
• Apply seasonal landscaping care, such as mulching, fertilizing, and snow or ice removal as needed.

Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure facilities and grounds comply with OSHA regulations, fire codes, and other safety and environmental standards.
• Perform safety checks and maintain emergency systems, such as fire alarms, extinguishers, and sprinklers.

Operational Support:

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
• Assist with facility projects, including renovations, installations, and upgrades.
• Support the team in moving furniture, setting up workspaces, or other operational needs.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of building systems, landscaping tools, and grounds care equipment.
• Familiarity with irrigation systems, lawn care techniques, and outdoor maintenance best practices.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects and perform physical tasks, including climbing ladders and working in outdoor conditions.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with team members and external vendors.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to protocols.

Education Background and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record

Physical Demands (To include but not limited to)

• Prolonged periods of standing or walking around the workspace.
• Frequently lifting heavy objects, such as tools, parts, or equipment, often weighing up to 50-75 pounds.
• Regularly bending, stooping, or crouching to work on vehicles at different heights.
• Moving large or heavy equipment, carts, or vehicles within the shop.
• Precise manipulation of tools, small parts, and diagnostic equipment.
• Continuous use of hands, arms, and fingers for tasks like tightening bolts, sanding, or painting.
• Exposure to loud noises from power tools and machinery.
• Using equipment like impact wrenches or sanders that produce significant vibration.
• Working in non-climate-controlled environments, leading to exposure to heat or cold.
• Potential exposure to dust, fumes, and chemicals like solvents, oils, and paints. Proper PPE is often required.
• Ensuring accuracy in measurements, assembly, and inspections.
• Analyzing and troubleshooting mechanical or structural issues.
• Frequent reaching above the shoulders or below the waist.
• Maintaining physical activity throughout the day without fatigue.
• Adherence to safety protocols to avoid injuries from sharp tools, heavy objects, or moving vehicles.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle.

Benefits Include

• Compensation: Pay is based on experience and qualifications
• Health & Wellness: Health/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability/Aflac available after 60 days
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match after 6 months at next enrollment period
• Paid Time Off: Paid time off and paid holidays
• Additional Perks: Company sponsored events, tool program, merchandise discounts, friendly team environment

Job duties, salary, and benefits are subject to change throughout duration of employment with Velocity.

Velocity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Velocity does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.