Facilities Maintenance Technician

Trans Dist Comm of Hampton Rds•Norfolk, VA

About The Position

Hampton Roads Transit is seeking a customer-service-oriented, energetic Facilities Maintenance Technician to help provide public transportation services to the Hampton Roads region. With minor supervision, the technician works independently or as part of a crew to perform skilled and unskilled maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on facilities and equipment. The role covers electrical, HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, carpentry, and painting tasks, while maintaining compliance with safety practices and applicable regulations and codes. The technician helps keep buildings safe, clean, and orderly; maintains tools and equipment; assists with property and environmental inspections, meetings and events, storm preparation and cleanup, and equipment or furniture moves. The position is classified as essential personnel, requires on-call availability, and may involve work outside regular business hours and seasonal overtime. The hourly wage is $21.15. This is a non-exempt position.

Requirements

At least 3 years of related Facilities Maintenance Mechanic or equivalent work experience.
High school diploma or GED certificate.
Basic mechanical skills and understanding of tools and their use.
General knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and/or painting.
Ability to work independently with minor supervision, troubleshoot problems, prioritize work, and identify solutions.
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers and demonstrate satisfactory verbal and written communication skills.
Basic math skills.
Ability to use computers and Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word, as well as HRT's Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) maintenance software and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) finance software.
Valid driver's license; acquire a Virginia driver's license within 60 days after hire if an out-of-state license is held and Virginia is the employee's state of residence.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds; frequently bend, kneel, climb ladders, and walk; and drive and operate a vehicle.
Availability to work outside regular business hours as required and to be on call.
Ability to work in accordance with HRT company policies, including safety and environmental policies.

Nice To Haves

Trade school certificate or equivalent work experience related to facilities maintenance.
Plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and/or mechanical certifications.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair facility electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
Perform routine preventive maintenance and skilled or unskilled repair tasks on facilities and equipment.
Follow safety practices, company policies, and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and codes.
Use and maintain hand and power tools and other equipment; keep tools and equipment clean, secure, and in appropriate working condition.
Maintain buildings in a safe, clean, and orderly condition and in accordance with health and fire regulations.
Assist with setting up for meetings and special events.
Assist with inspections of properties, equipment, and chemical storage to support environmental compliance.
Perform minor interior and exterior building repairs, including work on walls, floors, lights, roofs, garages, landscaping, sidewalks, fences, and pavement markings.
Perform minor renovation work, including door installation, metal and wood framing, drywall installation and finishing, and painting.
Install, relocate, or remove equipment and office furniture as directed.
Participate in formal training and on-the-job training.
Assist with storm preparation and cleanup, including snow removal, downed trees, and trash removal.
Manage records in compliance with Hampton Roads Transit Records Management Policies and Procedures.
Report unsafe conditions and workplace hazards to a supervisor, manager, or the Safety Department.
Perform other related duties as assigned.