Facility Maintenance Technician

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an on-site, union-represented position for a Facilities Maintenance Technician at IndyGo, the largest public transportation provider in Indiana. The role involves performing simple and routine maintenance and repair of grounds, exterior structures, buildings, and related utilities, utilizing various trade practices such as carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, cement work, and painting. The technician will contribute to the upkeep of the property, ensuring continuous and safe operation.

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years experience in the maintenance trade, with strong knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and structural repairs required.
• A valid Indiana driver’s license is required.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, schematics, blueprints, landscaping techniques, drainage systems, and site preparations and comprehend verbal descriptions pertaining to components.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, allowing for repairs or adjustments up to and including changing fluorescent ballasts, 120V receptacles, replacing electric motors, identifying and replacing lamps for all applicable fixtures, and keeping stock of same.
• Ability to reset (adjust) time clocks and controls for various building systems.
• Knowledge of plumbing systems, allowing for repairs or adjustments of faucets, clogged traps, clogged toilets, flush valves, and irrigation systems.
• Operational knowledge of the methods and practices used to construct and shape sheet steel, aluminum, plastic, fiberglass, wood, plywood, and other materials commonly used in facilities.
• Operational knowledge of mandated safety principles related to personal protective equipment, chemical hazards, lockout/tagout, and general shop safety and cleanliness practices.
• Ability to select and use correct parts, tools, and test equipment to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others understand.
• Ability to understand and follow directions and procedures.
• Proven decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage tasks and time effectively and adapt to frequent changes in workload.
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ability to work in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work independently with work checked regularly.
• Must have tools required to perform daily routines.
• Must be able to pass all post-offer physical testing and complete all physical job functions as defined in the Functional Job Description.

Nice To Haves

• Formal trade school or an associate degree in facility management, engineering program, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance in conjunction with all building maintenance and/or cleanliness-related items.
• Travel to different sites for service calls.
• Performs scheduled and nonscheduled repair, maintenance, and installation of machinery, tools, equipment, and/or associated equipment to ensure continuous and safe operation of the property.
• Directly or indirectly supports all exterior grounds activities, including grass cutting, dumping trash, landscaping, the parking lots, and other exterior area needs.
• Directly or indirectly supports the installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC, electrical, plumbing systems and water distribution, and sewage facilities.
• Supports all sanitation processes and procedures, including rodent and pest control.
• Performs painting and small-scale structural repairs to masonry, woodwork, wallpaper and treatments, and furnishings of buildings.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals pertaining to facilities and equipment installed and serviced.
• Surveys work requirements, measures and calculates materials, labor, and systems requirements, prepares material lists, and carries out required tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Responds to emergency maintenance requests; troubleshoots issues to determine cause and solution.
• Maintains records regarding ground maintenance activities.
• Assists licensed plumbers, electricians, and HVAC personnel as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full-time positions with guaranteed 40 hours/week.
• Medical, dental, and vision (effective on the 1st of the month, 30 days after the start date).
• Free on-site wellness clinic for employees and their families.
• Retirement plan (401A and 457B).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Free IndyGo transportation for employees and their families.
• Federal Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree