Facilities Technician

Alpine Silica•Doddridge, AR

About The Position

The Facilities Technician performs routine and preventive maintenance to maintain a safe and orderly environment. The role includes inspecting and repairing building systems and structures, coordinating work projects, supporting events, maintaining equipment and grounds, addressing minor plumbing, electrical, and HVAC issues, and responding to emergency maintenance requests. The technician also helps ensure facilities, storage areas, and supplies are secure, clean, and safely maintained. The position requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team, follow oral and written directions, handle confidential information sensitively, and perform physical tasks as needed. It requires a minimum of 40 hours per week unless otherwise directed by the supervisor. Duties may change as employer needs and job requirements change. Reasonable accommodation for disability-related limitations will be considered when possible.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Minimum of three years of custodial or maintenance experience preferred.
Knowledge of standard cleaning procedures, chemicals, products, and equipment.
Knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, groundskeeping, and appliance repair.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Ability to safely dispose of hazardous materials.
Ability to read and understand labels and instructions, particularly for the use and application of cleaning chemicals and products.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
Sensitivity to confidential information.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to read, speak, and write English.
Ability to use sophisticated computer software programs to perform job functions.
Strong physical and mental health to maintain a demanding workload.
Ability to perform physical activities requiring substantial use of arms and legs and movement of the entire body, including handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials.
Ability to work under stressful conditions at times.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion.
Ability to communicate by phone and with personnel and vendors.
Ability to see a computer screen and climb stairs.
Minimum availability of 40 hours per week unless otherwise directed by the supervisor.

Responsibilities

Inspect buildings and other structures to identify functional systems and defects or malfunctions.
Coordinate work projects and establish priorities.
Perform basic carpentry repairs to partitions, walls, doors, window frames, office furniture, shelves, and similar items.
Assemble new equipment.
Assist with setting up facilities for meetings, conferences, and events.
Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools, including buffers, auto scrubbers, high-pressure washers, and squeegees.
Use tools and equipment for building maintenance, including ladders, hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, small drills, pliers, and paint brushes.
Secure buildings when facilities are not in use by checking for unlocked doors, reporting unauthorized occupants, and turning off lights.
Move furniture, equipment, supplies, and tools on an incidental basis.
Troubleshoot and repair minor plumbing and electrical issues.
Assist with minor HVAC work.
Reconfigure, install, position, and remount modular offices and spaces.
Replace light bulbs and lighting accessories.
Change filters on ventilation units.
Maintain grounds in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.
Secure storage areas.
Store cleaning materials and supplies safely and orderly.
Report and respond to emergency maintenance requests as required.
Remove trash according to established procedures.
Replace or update inoperable materials and appliances.
Understand the functions and operations of all equipment.
Promote safety awareness.
Perform other related duties as required.