FACILITIES SPECIALIST

Apis Services Inc•Philadelphia, PA

10d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Specialist plays an essential role in keeping residential and community-based facilities safe, functional, and compliant with health, safety, and regulatory standards. This role involves preventative maintenance, repairs, emergency response, and special projects, directly supporting the people and teams who depend on the facilities. The ideal candidate is hands-on, dependable, organized, and takes pride in solving problems, contributing to a mission that matters.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
3–5 years of experience in facilities maintenance or equivalent related functions preferred.
Knowledge of general maintenance methods, operating requirements, and safety precautions related to facilities maintenance.
Excellent organization and communication skills.
Ability to work independently within an established framework of responsibilities.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve general maintenance issues.
Ability to safely operate hand, electric, motorized, light, heavy, and specialized equipment.
Ability to use common maintenance tools and equipment.
Ability to maintain accurate work-order records.
Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with residents, families, staff, contractors, and external partners.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA requirements and organizational policies.
Must maintain a professional demeanor and exercise sound judgment.
Current valid driver's license.
Current vehicle registration.
Functional vehicle and ability to travel between company locations.
OSHA requirements and guidelines
Fire and Safety policies and procedures
HIPAA policies and confidentiality requirements
Bloodborne Pathogens and Right-to-Know requirements
Security policies and procedures
Residential policies and procedures
DPW and Title 55 regulations
Fiscal, Office, and HR policies and procedures
Required organizational trainings and meetings

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience in building and household maintenance.
Experience with building and household construction and repair.
Experience performing skilled maintenance work.
Technical specialty program, certification, or related training.
Experience with HVAC preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.
Experience using computerized maintenance or property management software.

Responsibilities

Ensure proper maintenance of all assigned premises.
Complete routine maintenance and emergency repairs.
Carry out established preventative maintenance (PM) orders.
Perform routine inspections and maintenance of HVAC systems, smoke detectors, sump pumps, dryer vents, well filters and UV lights, fire and alarm panels, and other facility equipment.
Complete facilities-related work orders.
Perform general property maintenance, including appliance repair, minor plumbing repairs, minor electrical work, drywall repair, painting, deep cleaning and organization, door replacement, and other maintenance tasks.
Ensure all facilities are operating in a safe and proper manner.
Respond to emergency and on-call maintenance situations.
Participate in the on-call rotation as needed.
Report equipment-related emergencies to Apis Services Facilities Management.
Respond to alarms and other emergency situations outside of regular business hours when required.
Serve as designated essential personnel during emergency situations.
Occasionally arrive early, approximately 6:00 AM, to open facilities and provide access to contractors.
Track and update work orders using the company's computerized maintenance management system.
Complete assigned preventative maintenance tasks within established timeframes.
Identify maintenance concerns and communicate issues to Facilities Management.
Report and coordinate program concerns identified while on-site with Facilities Management and/or the VP of Business Operations.
Liaise with onsite building leadership.
Work collaboratively with staff, contractors, vendors, and Facilities Management.
Communicate clearly and professionally when addressing maintenance needs and facility concerns.
Support special projects and other Facilities Department initiatives as assigned.
Travel between company locations as needed.
Perform or assist with seasonal duties, including snow removal.
Assist with special projects and facility improvement initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.