Building Service Technician - 1st Shift - Garland, TX

Andersen Corporation • Garland, TX

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Building Service Technician is responsible for building maintenance (90%) and grounds maintenance (10%) at Andersen’s Garland, Texas location. The role maintains building systems and equipment, responds to and documents work orders, supports contracted service providers, and helps ensure safe, clean, and well-maintained facilities and grounds. The position also performs seasonal grounds preparation and snow removal duties.

Requirements

• Associate degree in HVAC or facility maintenance, or 3–5 years of related experience.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft applications and CMMS.
• Basic understanding of building and grounds infrastructure, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, irrigation, fire alarms, and fire suppression.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with internal customers, service providers, supervisors, and coworkers.
• Ability to coordinate and oversee the performance of on-site service providers.
• Knowledge of proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to operate a forklift and scissor lift efficiently.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds; occasional squatting and crawling are required.
• Occasionally work near hot equipment or materials.

Responsibilities

• Maintain building equipment and facilities, including construction repairs such as drywall, painting, picture hanging, and door hardware.
• Perform plumbing repairs, including leaks, component replacement, toilet and urinal repairs or replacement, and clearing drains.
• Perform electrical repairs and troubleshooting, including replacing bulbs, fixtures, ballasts, outlets, and switches, and troubleshooting circuits.
• Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC equipment, including 85 rooftop units, mini-splits, and unit heaters; replace filters and belts and troubleshoot or replace components.
• Maintain and troubleshoot kitchen equipment, including refrigeration, ovens, stoves, freezers, ice and water machines, and warmers.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on the trash compactor, cardboard baler, fire protection system, diesel generator, and irrigation system.
• Order and maintain inventory of necessary supplies.
• Use the CMMS to complete preventive-maintenance work orders, book labor, and create work orders for completed and needed work.
• Assist with prioritizing incoming work orders and independently recognize and address problem areas; report or recommend repairs and determine when professional involvement is needed.
• Ensure work orders and preventive maintenance are completed, manage workload electronically, and report outcomes to the immediate supervisor.
• Maintain quality and safety standards, report unsafe conditions, and identify and implement process improvements.
• Keep building grounds safe, clean, and respectable; survey grounds and help set daily and seasonal priorities.
• Perform seasonal startup and shutdown tasks for heat tapes, electrical systems, lighting, heaters, patio furniture, rooftop-unit P-traps, salt barrels, and hoses.
• Remove snow from sidewalks, apply salt as needed, and coordinate with the snow-removal contractor.
• Provide indirect supervision of contracted maintenance and grounds services and other on-site service providers; provide performance input to the immediate supervisor.
• Direct the grounds crew technician during winter months as needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with employer fixed contributions and company matching
• Profit sharing
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Account (HSA), and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid maternity leave and paid parental leave
• Career growth planning and nationwide career opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree