UNION Maintenance Technician

Cushman & Wakefield•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician assists with operating, troubleshooting, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing commercial buildings, industrial systems, grounds, and maintenance equipment at assigned properties or facilities. The role includes responding to emergency situations and customer service requests, inspecting buildings and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions, and performing preventive maintenance. Duties may include maintaining fire and life safety systems, performing carpentry and snow removal, and using technology such as smartphones, tablets, computers, web-based applications, and building automation systems. The position requires compliance with applicable codes, regulations, government agency requirements, company directives, safe-work practices, and scheduled annual safety training. The employee must follow the company uniform dress code and maintain a neat appearance. The role may involve being the only maintenance staff member on duty, extended periods without relief during priority or emergency situations, overtime assignments, shift work, and standby on-call duties. The work operates in a professional office environment and regularly involves travel outdoors between properties in varying weather conditions. Physical requirements include standing, stooping, climbing, crouching, reaching, moving between departments, floors, and properties, and frequently lifting at least 50 pounds. The employee must be able to speak clearly, understand written and oral information, and read printed materials, drawings, and schematics.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 2 years of related experience in a commercial property setting.
Technical, vocational, or on-the-job training in at least one of the following: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry, or engine repair.
Valid driver's license and a good driving record; a commercial license may be required.
Basic computing skills in Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Ability to use smartphones, tablets, computers, web-based applications, and building automation systems.
Ability to stoop, stand, climb, crouch, and reach, and frequently lift at least 50 pounds of equipment.
Ability to safely install rigging and lifting devices.
Ability to travel between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work.
Ability to speak clearly, understand information presented orally and in writing, and read printed material, drawings, and schematics.
Ability to work extended periods without relief during priority or emergency situations; shift work, overtime assignments, and standby on-call duties may be required.

Responsibilities

Assist with troubleshooting and repairing buildings and installed systems, including packaging and handling machinery, plumbing, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, shop and grounds equipment, and HVAC.
Clean, lubricate, and service pumps, valves, pneumatic controls, and electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic devices.
Assist with installing and modifying building equipment and systems.
Replace and repair building finishes, including ceiling tiles, door hardware, and wallpaper; paint walls, piping, floors, and equipment as needed.
Troubleshoot and evaluate maintenance operations and recommend upgrades or cost-saving opportunities.
Use and care for tools and equipment used in facility and grounds maintenance.
Respond promptly to emergency situations and assigned customer service requests.
Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions and perform preventive maintenance.
Maintain and operate assigned fire and life safety systems, including fire alarm systems, fire pumps, and related fire protection equipment.
Perform carpentry and snow removal when necessary.
Comply with applicable codes, regulations, government agency requirements, company directives, and safe-work practices.
Complete required annual C&W Safety Training and comply with the company uniform dress code.
Travel between properties in varying weather conditions.
Perform other duties and activities as assigned.