Maintenance Trades Specialist II
About The Position
The Maintenance Trades Specialist II performs preventive maintenance and repairs on basic facility systems, assists with troubleshooting building-system failures, and operates, monitors, and maintains basic utility system infrastructure. The role also assists with fire alarm and fire protection systems and supports installation of building hardware, electrical devices, and wall finishes under supervision. The position documents maintenance activities through a computerized maintenance system and maintains preventive maintenance records and equipment repair files for compliance. The specialist reads blueprints, Life Safety drawings, and maintenance manuals to complete assignments. Work is performed within defined standard operating procedures and may require minimal oversight. The role requires scheduled shifts, rotating weekend and holiday work, and participation in on-call duty to provide 24/7 coverage. The position requires travel and may involve exposure to road and weather hazards, as well as electrical and mechanical hazards.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Advanced training beyond high school that includes completion of technical training.
- Valid driver’s license.
- 2–4 years of experience in relatable industrial/trades maintenance or operations.
- Intermediate computer skills with systems such as CMMS, Microsoft Office, and Building Automation Systems.
- Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work within clearly defined standard operating procedures.
- Ability to work with minimal oversight using intermediate-level technical skills in facility maintenance.
- Ability to work required shifts and participate in on-call duty.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, crawl, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead; lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest level; lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance; and push or pull with 50 lbs. of force.
- Knowledge of safety precautions due to exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards.
- Ability to travel; may be exposed to road and weather hazards.
Nice To Haves
- Recognized community college or technical school trade certificate experience, or completion of a recognized community college program.
- Trade/technical school trades certificate or trade- or industry-recognized certification/license requiring continuing education units or periodic renewal to maintain.
- 2 or more years of experience in relatable industrial/trades maintenance or operations.
Responsibilities
- Conduct preventive maintenance tasks and repairs on basic facility systems, documenting work through the computerized maintenance system.
- Assist in evaluating and troubleshooting basic building-system failures and perform repairs as directed.
- Operate, monitor, and maintain basic utility system infrastructure.
- Assist in maintaining fire alarm and fire protection systems.
- Support installation of building hardware, electrical devices, and wall finishes under supervision.
- Maintain preventive maintenance records and equipment repair files for compliance.
- Read blueprints, Life Safety drawings, and maintenance manuals to complete assignments.
- Participate in on-call duty to provide 24/7 coverage.
- Operate equipment necessary to perform the job.
Benefits
- Paid time off programs
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
- Financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Competitive compensation
- Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate’s job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Career development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
