General Maintenance Technician III

American Red Cross • Charlotte, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good!

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Under limited supervision, perform repairs and maintenance in plant or office facilities, or on machines and equipment. Typically perform work in one or more of the maintenance trades: carpentry, plumbing, painting, machine and equipment repair, electrical, sheet metal fabrication, and welding. Conduct routine, periodic, or special inspections to determine repair and maintenance work necessary to prevent breakdowns of facilities, machinery, and equipment. Use hand and power tools to test, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair machines and equipment. Use blueprints, sketches, layouts, wiring diagrams, drawings, and specifications. May train or check the work of other facilities staff. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.

Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal, State and local regulations.

Requirements

• High School or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
• Related experience includes skill and knowledge of painting, HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, masonry and electrical work is required.
• Basic writing and communication skills.
• May be required to have basic computer skills.
• Ability to work on a team.
• A current valid driver’s license and good driving record is required.

Nice To Haves

• May require a trade license.
• Previous truck and/or bus driving experience is desirable.
• May have on-call duties.
• Must be willing to learn.
• Must be familiar with technology and comfortable using it.
• Must have handyman experience.
• Working with vendors and outside contractors a plus.
• Must have a good work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair organization's facilities and properties involving routine tasks and responsibilities.
• Correct minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and structural problems.
• Paint structures and equipment as needed.
• Document installation and repairs as required by regulatory agencies.
• Repair appliances and equipment.
• Operate and service boilers, chillers, motors, fans, pumps and related mechanical equipment.
• Estimate time and material costs of various projects.
• Requisition new supplies and equipment.
• Review maintenance records to identify recurring deficiencies; plan and implement corrective maintenance or repairs.
• Troubleshoot and repair all building HVAC related equipment.
• Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Will drive vehicle to other locations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental Vision plans
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
• 401K with up to 6% match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance
• Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
• Service Awards and recognition

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED