Building Maintenance Technician I

American Furniture Warehouse•Firestone, CO

About The Position

The Building Maintenance Technician is responsible for the ongoing maintenance and repair of American Furniture Warehouse retail buildings and helps support safe, smooth day-to-day store operations. Duties vary and are assigned through a Help Desk platform or by management. The role requires working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, drywall installation, electrical work, painting, and general building repair, as well as experience using a variety of hand and power tools. The technician performs preventive and corrective maintenance, building inspections, repairs, rehabilitation and turnover work, and may respond to emergency and after-hours requests. The position works independently and collaboratively, maintains tools and work areas, documents work orders, and assists management with daily operations and maintenance projects. The role requires a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and the technician’s own tools. Two to four years of building maintenance experience and experience with HVAC systems are required. High school diploma or GED, a maintenance-related degree, and maintenance certifications are preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of a diploma. The work may involve confined or congested areas, prolonged standing and movement, frequent handling of merchandise, and variable lighting, noise, flooring, and temperatures. The position may require lifting or moving items up to 100 pounds and handling or manipulating items up to 250 pounds frequently. Employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and fit-for-duty exam. The listed pay rate is $21, dependent on experience and certifications.

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.
Ability to adapt to and work effectively in a constantly changing environment.
Two to four years of previous building maintenance experience.
Experience working with HVAC systems.
Ability to maneuver in confined and sometimes congested areas.
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and bend for eight hours or more daily.
Ability to lift, lower, move, carry, push, and pull merchandise up to 100 pounds, and frequently handle or manipulate merchandise up to 250 pounds.
Ability to work in variable environments with different lighting, loud exterior noise, and flooring.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of a diploma.
Maintenance-related degree.
Maintenance certifications such as HVAC, electrical, or related certifications.
Experience with pneumatic or hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) properly and follow blood-borne pathogen (BBP) safety procedures, 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 on time.
Assist with building rehabilitation and turnover projects, including drywall, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work, within established timelines.
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.
Assist with planning, coordinating, and completing 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 work orders and documentation, including parts and materials used, accurately and on time.
Follow safety policies, including safe lifting and tool operation, 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.