Facilities Maintenance

POET•Sioux Falls, SD

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Maintenance Technician assists in maintaining POET’s corporate headquarters facilities in safe, clean, and operating condition. The role performs preventive maintenance and resolves immediate operational or safety concerns. It is an on-site position in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, spanning office and outdoor environments. The technician may also be asked to support other tasks as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
5–7 years of previous facility maintenance experience.
Basic electrical, plumbing, HVAC, building maintenance, and repair experience.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new programs.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently with a sense of urgency.
Strong customer service mindset and appreciation for relationships.
Ability to consistently use and apply necessary safety clothing, tools, and equipment.
High personal integrity.
Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with people at all levels inside and outside the organization.
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to embrace and promote change, think innovatively and objectively, and maintain self-awareness amid uncertainty.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including frequent walking, pushing, standing, and carrying, as well as occasional lifting, climbing, and working in varied conditions.
Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen; random drug and alcohol testing applies during employment.
Must undergo a motor vehicle record check during pre-employment screening.

Responsibilities

Assist with maintenance of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems; building structures and flooring; office furniture and appliances; grounds; snow removal; and vehicles.
Maintain tools and equipment to ensure they are available and in safe operating condition.
Complete a daily building walkthrough and checklist documenting current conditions in mechanical rooms, restrooms, conference rooms, work rooms, and kitchenettes.
Check vehicles daily for cleanliness and schedule maintenance.
Order, distribute, and maintain inventories of lighting components, appliance filters, maintenance items, paper, and other consumable products used throughout the site.
Promote safe behavior and environmental compliance.
Drive a POET vehicle as requested.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans for individuals and families, including an employer Health Savings Account contribution, for eligible team members.
Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and bi-annual incentive bonuses, for eligible team members.
Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off and paid holidays, with 40 hours available on day one.
Paid parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Relocation assistance and bonus programs for qualifying positions and/or locations.
Wellness program for mental, physical, and spiritual well-being, for eligible team members.
Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements, for eligible team members.
Safety and cold-weather gear reimbursements, for eligible team members.
Discounted home and auto insurance, for eligible team members.