Building Maintenance Technician I

American Furniture Warehouse

About The Position

The Building Maintenance Technician is responsible for ongoing maintenance and repair of retail buildings, supporting safe and successful day-to-day store operations. Work varies and is assigned through a Help Desk platform or by management. The role requires general building maintenance knowledge, including HVAC, plumbing, drywall installation, electrical work, painting, and building repair, as well as the ability to use a variety of hand and power tools. The technician performs inspections, preventive and corrective maintenance, repairs, and building rehabilitation and turnover work. The role includes maintaining buildings and landscaping, assisting with operations and projects, responding to maintenance issues and emergencies, tracking work orders and materials, and following safety policies and applicable technical standards. Work may be performed independently or collaboratively with team members.

Requirements

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Must have own tools.
Previous training in general building maintenance, electrical work, and plumbing.
Knowledge of electrical, drywall, and plumbing repair.
Skills in operating various machinery, tools, and equipment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a high-performance, fast-paced team environment and adapt effectively to a constantly changing environment.
Two to four years of previous building maintenance experience.
Experience working with HVAC systems.

Nice To Haves

A maintenance-related degree or certification from a technical school.
Maintenance certifications such as HVAC, electrical, or a related certification.
Experience with pneumatic or hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) properly and follow blood-borne pathogen (BBP) safety practices, including safely cleaning biohazardous materials when required.
Perform preventive maintenance and routine building inspections.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, modify, lubricate, and test building systems, equipment, and fixtures, including mechanical and electrical systems.
Schedule and perform preventive, corrective, and general maintenance repairs safely and promptly.
Assist with building rehabilitation and turnover projects, including drywall, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work.
Maintain the property in acceptable condition, including interiors, exteriors, and landscaping.
Assist management with daily operations and communicate with staff, residents or customers, and vendors.
Help plan, coordinate, and complete maintenance-related projects.
Resolve maintenance issues and respond to questions about work methods and processes.
Inspect, maintain, and inventory tools, equipment, and maintenance areas in compliance with corporate policies and OSHA standards; order parts and materials as needed.
Keep the maintenance and shop area clean, organized, and safe.
Work independently and collaboratively with team members to complete repairs efficiently and safely.
Complete required work orders and documentation, including parts and materials used, accurately and promptly.
Follow safety policies, including safe lifting and tool operation practices, and use PPE as required.
Respond to emergency maintenance calls and after-hours service requests as needed.
Apply applicable technical standards and professional judgment when making maintenance decisions.
Perform other duties assigned by management.