Buildings and Grounds Technician

Pedernales Electric Cooperative•Johnson City, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the operation, installation, repair and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, plumbing equipment, furniture systems and machinery in support of the Cooperative’s strategic initiatives. The position ensures the working order of mechanical equipment in Cooperative buildings, performs maintenance and repair to mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, life safety and control systems, and handles minor electrical repairs such as lighting systems and 120/208 volts. The technician ensures all systems perform at applicable standards, monitors outside contractors, and performs routine building and equipment repairs. They also participate in the fire brigade, maintain awareness of potential hazards, and perform routine duties like oiling fan motors, changing light bulbs, repairing beds, and changing air filters. Additionally, this role assists with Cooperative meeting setups, handles day-to-day maintenance and repairs, provides technical direction to team members, assists with complex work orders, and evaluates maintenance and contracted work. The technician actively participates in emergency response, assists management with budget preparation and capital improvement projects, and operates PEC vehicles in accordance with policies. Maintaining driver eligibility, the security of confidential information, and demonstrating regular attendance are also key aspects of this role. This position may require working more than 40 hours per week.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Five years of experience in commercial facility maintenance including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, generator and UPS equipment
Three years of experience managing projects
Universal CFC certification within six months of employment
Valid Texas Driver’s License and Motor Vehicle Report that comply with PEC policy
Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing information
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
Knowledge of equipment used in janitorial, grounds keeping or related work
Knowledge of maintenance and operation of building automation and fire life safety systems
Knowledge of low voltage 12V and 24V
Knowledge of electrical test equipment
Knowledge of electrical systems
Knowledge of Energy Management Systems
Knowledge of Heating Ventilation Air Conditioner (HVAC) controls
Skilled in time management
Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities
Skilled in operating power tools
Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problems
Ability to understand oral and written instructions
Ability to read and understand mechanical and architectural plans
Ability to work independently without direct supervision
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing

Responsibilities

Ensure working order of mechanical equipment in Cooperative buildings
Perform maintenance and repair to the mechanical, plumbing, structural, furniture, life safety and control systems
Perform minor electrical repairs, i.e., lighting systems and 120/208 volts
Ensure all systems are performing at applicable standards
Monitor construction and other work being performed by outside contractors at company facilities
Perform routine building and equipment repairs
Participate in the fire brigade responding to fire alarms and during fire drills
Maintain awareness of potential hazards and report them for corrective action
Perform routine duties such as oiling fan motors, changing light bulbs, repairing beds and changing air filters, etc. to ensure the smooth operation of all equipment
Assist with Cooperative meetings set up
Perform day-to-day maintenance, repairs and execution of work order requests
Provide technical direction to other team members
Assist other maintenance personnel with complex work orders or when more than one technician is needed to complete a job
Evaluate the quality and pricing of maintenance and contracted work
Actively participate in the emergency response process
Assist management in preparation of the annual budget and capital improvement projects
Operate PEC vehicle(s) for business purposes in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local law and PEC policies and procedures
Maintain driver eligibility through appropriate valid Texas Driver's License and driving record in accordance with PEC policy
Maintain the security of confidential information
Stay abreast of advances in technology
Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned