Facilities Technician
About The Position
The Facilities Technician will travel to Brixmor’s portfolio of shopping centers in the southern suburbs of Chicago. The FT primarily oversees the work of subcontractors and provides some cleaning and maintenance duties to supplement, ensuring the center is consistently maintained for the community. In addition, the Facilities Technician will oversee onsite activities related to capital projects. Acting as a liaison between tenants and Brixmor, the Facilities Technician functions at a high capacity within the context of a larger team, supporting leasing initiatives, property management objectives and delivering construction feasibility information. Successful performance will be measured by qualitative aspects such as tenant satisfaction and achievement of minimum maintenance and cleaning standards at the properties.
Requirements
- A two-year technical certification or Associate Degree is preferred, but practical experience will be considered
- A minimum of three years of broad-based property maintenance or facility maintenance experience with time in the military and/or at a commercial/open air shopping center preferred
- Ability to work the hours necessary to support and maintain assigned property(ies). This includes occasional after-hour emergencies
- Must be able and willing to climb ladders and access rooftops as part of property inspections
- Strong verbal & written communication skills, to communicate with internal & external customers and at all levels within the Brixmor organization
- Skilled in customer service and tenant relations
- Accuracy and accountability, attention to detail, relationship building skills, judgment, and confidentiality
- Project management background to work closely with contractors and vendors
- Ability to present self and Brixmor in a professional manner in all customer communications and actions
- Must be able to exhibit initiative and work independently
- Capable of carrying at least 25 pounds
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and have regular access to a reliable personal vehicle
- Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Oversee performance of property improvements, landscapers, parking lot sweepers, cleaning, and general construction trades, assist in resolving maintenance issues, and oversee capital project activity
- Cleaning of property and routine building and parking lot maintenance as directed by Property Manager to insure property is kept neat, free of litter and tidy as expected of a Class A shopping center
- Perform evening lighting checks as directed by Property Manager
- Assist in developing preventative maintenance plans to avoid increased risk/liability
- Assist with events planned throughout the year
- Assure compliance with ADA, environmental, building, and construction codes/ordinances
- Monitor energy consumption to conserve energy at each property
- Serve as a point of contact for Tenants and respond expeditiously to any issue or property emergency
- Update tenant and vendor contact sheets, utility spreadsheets
- Assist with tenant move in and move out schedules and communicate issues to Property Manager
- Monitor tenant and contractor work on roof, HVAC systems, electrical, plumbing, sewer and fire protection systems and report any issue
- Utilize technology to send and receive property related information and photos
- Interact with city officials to maintain good relationships
Benefits
- Brixmor offers very competitive pay commensurate with background and responsibilities plus a benefits and perks package that supports career engagement, growth, good health and connection with teammates and our communities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
