General Trades Technician

CGL Companies•Jackson, GA

5d•$45,600 - $56,700

About The Position

CGL Facility Management, LLC provides contract facility maintenance services to commercial clients. The General Trades Technician performs general facility and building maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing electrical, HVAC, plumbing, water-heating, painting, carpentry, and other building systems. The work may involve tight spaces and may require working outdoors in all weather conditions. The technician performs routine and emergency repairs, preventative maintenance, and installation and repair of facility systems and equipment. The role also includes operating plant equipment and building automation systems, maintaining tools and inventory, using work orders in the CMMS, following safety and hazardous-material procedures, and completing required training. The technician may be on call, drive for company business, and provide basic trade guidance and mentorship to other technicians. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is advertised.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of experience in building repairs and maintenance or in the specific area of assignment is preferred.
General knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform physical work, including regularly lifting up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting more than 50 pounds.
Willingness and ability to work occasional on-call shifts.
Valid, in-state driver's license.
Computer proficiency.
Self-motivated team player with a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and reliability.
Ability to multitask and prioritize, with strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly when interacting with clients.

Nice To Haves

EPA 608 Certification.
Skilled Trade Certification.

Responsibilities

Perform general maintenance and repair work on facilities and equipment.
Respond to service requests involving electrical systems, furnaces, lighting, HVAC, appliances, water heaters, disposals, plumbing and fixtures, carpentry, painting, roofing, and other maintenance needs.
Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment and buildings, including scheduled maintenance of heating and ventilation systems and replacement of filters.
Assist with emergency maintenance, including sewage backups, water main or lateral breaks, fires, water leaks, and appliance repairs.
Assemble, install, and repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, and equipment.
Consult blueprints, repair manuals, parts catalogs, plans, drawings, and sketches to determine work and required resources.
Install, maintain, evaluate, and repair facility system components.
Operate plant equipment and building automation systems.
Maintain tools and equipment in ready condition and maintain or assist with accurate inventory of materials and tools.
Use equipment, chemicals, and personal protective equipment properly.
Maintain a clean and safe workplace and follow applicable CGL, OSHA, client, and other safety standards and procedures.
Handle hazardous materials in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and correct unsafe conditions in a timely manner.
Ensure maintenance work meets quality standards and deadlines.
Complete assigned compliance, safety, and developmental training.
Provide on-call services as needed.
Train and mentor other technicians in basic trade skills, providing oversight and direction.
Enter work orders into the CMMS system according to CGL policy.
Drive a company, personal, or rental vehicle for company business as required.