Facilities Maintenance Technician II

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Charlton, MA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Incumbents of positions in this series maintain buildings and related structures applying carpentry techniques and using carpentry tools to construct, alter, repair and/or install walls, stairs, floors, ceilings, windows, doors, etc.; inspect buildings to determine need for carpentry repairs or alterations; interpret and/or draw sketches or layouts of work to be done; erect and dismantle staging and scaffolding; and perform related work as required. When not performing duties as previously described, the incumbent may be assigned to perform a wide variety of tasks within other building maintenance skilled crafts that do not require specific license or certification: may direct the work of less skilled employees are required.

Requirements

• Must be able to climb ladders, use aerial lifts, and bucket trucks.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and must have at least (A) four years of experience in commercial/residential construction or maintenance and (B) of which at least one year must have been in a supervisory capacity and (C) must have graduated from a qualified trade school in the appropriate craft.
• Incumbents are required to be licensed as one or more of the following: A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Construction Supervisors License issued by the Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections; A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Refrigeration Technician - H.V.A.C. issued by the Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections; A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Pipefitter - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Office of Public Safety and Inspections; A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Oil Burner Technician - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services; A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Sprinkler Fitter - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters; A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Electrician - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians; A Commonwealth of Massachusetts Licensed Plumber - minimum Journeyman Level issued by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters; A Massachusetts Department of Transportation Welder Qualification Test Record and the Welder Qualification Certificate (Green Card) is required for field welders.
• Incumbents must possess a current, valid Class D vehicle operator's license that is maintained in good standing, or an equivalent license from the state in which s/he resides.

Nice To Haves

• Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
• The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100%25 of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Responsibilities

• Investigates building equipment or structures to identify causes of breakdown or malfunction and repair.
• Plans and organizes work to be performed and verifies that all necessary materials and parts are available.
• Constructs, assembles, repairs and/or adjusts facility maintenance equipment.
• Reports breakdowns, deterioration or malfunction of facility and structures equipment to supervisor as noted during inspections and may recommend remedial action and/or the use of new materials and equipment.
• Performs diversified building, grounds and bridge maintenance work below the journeyman level when not engaged in work of primary craft.
• Instructs and directs less skilled workers who have been assigned to assist in major projects.
• Prepares reports on materials, equipment and time involved on various maintenance projects as requested.
• Maintains and repairs buildings and related structures applying carpentry techniques and using carpentry tools to construct, alter, repair and/or install walls, stairs, floors, ceilings, windows, doors, roofs, gutters, locks, air conditioners, mail slots, handicapped chair rails and ramps, shelving, etc. Estimate job duration and the cost and/or quantities of labor and materials needed to complete the job.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches, instructions, manuals, or layouts to understand maintenance/repair/construction work to be done.
• Confers with facility occupants, various department heads or supervisors regarding handling of emergencies, the feasibility of performing repair or alterations and the scheduling of work.
• Performs structural repair, alteration or improvement work such as lowering ceilings and paneling rooms; preparing surfaces for plaster, studding, wiring and plastering walls and cracks in floors or around windows; taping joints on sheetrock; and pre-cementing and/or replacing countertops.
• Inspects buildings, systems, and equipment to monitor proper operations determine need for repairs.
• Schedules installation, maintenance, and/or repair work by conferring with supervisors and other department personnel to determine location of equipment and appropriate time to complete the project.
• Receives specific assignments and obtains materials and special tools from stock as required.
• Reports under emergency conditions as needed (i.e., utility breaks, system/equipment failure, etc.).
• Maintains records (hard copy and/or electronic) on such matters as work completed, materials used timesheets, issues found, etc.
• Receives specific assignments and obtains materials and special tools from stock as required.
• Uses all standard and special tools required of primary craft and all standard tools required of other crafts as necessary.
• Other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• An outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.
• A work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED