Maintenance Technician - Amistad Elementary and Elm City

Owens Realty Services • New Haven, CT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Owens Realty Services is seeking a diligent and competent Maintenance Technician to join our team. This role is responsible for maintaining properties and mechanical equipment in a safe, attractive, and functional condition, with a strong emphasis on preventative maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a high level of attention to detail, a "can do" attitude, and excellent customer service skills. This position may involve managing a portfolio of buildings and requiring travel between them.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• High School diploma.
• Trade School or related experience in electrical (low and high voltage), plumbing, HVAC (including Air Handlers), VAV boxes and associated controls, temperature control work, pneumatics and control work, EMS, motors, lighting, fire alarm system associated in running office, lamp and ballast replacement, painting, and all general maintenance work.
• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints.
• Background Check, MVR check, and drug screen are required.

Nice To Haves

• 3-5 years of experience in building maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect all grounds, buildings, parking areas, structures, roofs, stairwells, common areas, storage areas, and any other critical areas daily prior to student arrival.
• Immediately make safe any safety-related concerns, report them to the Facility Manager, and correct them with the highest priority.
• Complete periodic inspections of all building equipment as determined by the Facility Manager.
• Maintain all building and equipment logs to ensure all information is correct and up to date.
• Treat all company/building tools with respect and care to prolong useful life.
• Maintain electrical, mechanical, and any/all storage areas in a clean and organized fashion or as required by building code.
• Report any/all tenant complaints and/or issues to the Facility Manager immediately.
• Complete all work orders and service calls in a timely manner.
• Notify the Facility Manager of any items near or beyond the limitations of your skill set PRIOR to commencing any work.
• Respond to after-hour or emergency calls from Facility Manager within one hour of receiving notification.
• Communicate effectively in a polite and respectful manner to all.
• Adhere to corporate uniform, safety, timekeeping, and other policies at all times.
• Update the work order system.
• Maintain a daily log of maintenance activities.
• Complete all corrective and preventative maintenance as scheduled/required/requested.
• Assist on-site teams in various tasks as called upon.

Benefits

• Owens Realty Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
• Owens Realty Services is a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

What This Job Offers

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