Utility Worker

ABM•Sacramento, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Worker performs routine preventive maintenance on building systems, equipment, and facilities. This includes inspecting and maintaining HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other mechanical systems to ensure optimal operation. The role also involves monitoring and maintaining building safety systems, such as fire alarms and sprinkler systems. Additionally, the Utility Worker diagnoses and repairs mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues, troubleshoots equipment malfunctions, and responds promptly to maintenance requests. Site surveys are conducted using a smartphone app to document existing equipment and conditions, and detailed notes are taken to help solution and cost jobs. The position requires maintaining and repairing equipment like motors, pumps, air compressors, and HVAC units, ensuring tools and equipment are properly maintained and stored, and keeping accurate records of maintenance and repair activities. Safety and compliance are paramount, requiring adherence to all safety regulations and procedures, reporting unsafe conditions, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. Administrative duties include completing required training, expense reports, and assisting with RFPs, scopes, and estimates. Collaboration with account managers, project managers, contractors, and vendors is essential for coordinating maintenance activities and ensuring quality control, as well as assisting with special projects and facility inspections.

Requirements

Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
Proficient in using hand and power tools, diagnostic equipment, and maintenance software.
Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and refrigeration systems.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Clean driver’s license.
Ability to travel regularly.
Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).
Ability to stand, bend, and climb ladders for extended periods.
Comfortable working in various environmental conditions, including outdoor weather, on ladders, roofs, and confined spaces.
Extensive driving and some airline travel.

Responsibilities

Perform routine preventive maintenance on building systems, equipment, and facilities.
Inspect and maintain HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other mechanical systems to ensure optimal operation.
Monitor and maintain building safety systems, including fire alarms and sprinkler systems.
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues as they arise.
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and perform necessary repairs or replacements.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and service calls, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
Visit client sites using smart phone app take pictures and document existing facility’s equipment and conditions.
Take detailed notes and document client needs to help solution and cost jobs.
Maintain and repair equipment such as motors, pumps, air compressors, and HVAC units.
Ensure all tools and equipment are properly maintained and stored securely.
Keep accurate records of maintenance and repair activities.
Adhere to all safety regulations and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
Report any unsafe conditions or practices to the Maintenance Supervisor.
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding building and equipment maintenance.
Complete required training as assigned.
Complete expense reports.
Assist in reading RFP, creating scopes, estimates, and other solutions as assigned.
Work closely with account manager, project manager, contractors, and vendors to coordinate maintenance activities and ensure quality control.
Assist with special projects and tasks as assigned by the Account manager or Project manager.
Provide support during facility inspections and audits.