Facilities Maintenance Specialist

Description Support the efforts of the Facilities Supervisor with maintenance, ground keeping and physical upgrades of Tyler properties. The Maintenance position is responsible for general maintenance of the building and grounds of the office building to provide a safe and comfortable work environment for staff. The General Maintenance position is to help maintain the physical appearance of Tyler’s properties to a high standard and maintain the building systems such as boilers, HVAC, domestic water, sewer and electrical. Must be able work independently but within established guidelines. Make sure employees are reasonably comfortable at their workstations. Ensure the office buildings remain neat and organized. Make sure grounds and parking lots remain neat and safe during all times of the year.

Responsibilities

• Set-up of new and reconfigured workstations
• Ensure new hires and employee desk moves are set up appropriately.
• Maintain grounds and parking lots, working with vendors for snow plowing and sanding.
• Preform snow removal from walks and emergency exits
• Oversee lawn care, landscaping, trimming, weeding, irrigation and pond cleaning duties.
• General maintenance of building interior including but not limited to changing light bulbs, painting, fire suppression systems and oversee fitness equipment.
• Backup van driver if needed
• Test fire and safety systems on a regular schedule
• Maintain fleet vehicles and equipment
• Oversee storage areas, keep them organized and keep inventory to a reasonable level
• Work closely with the Facilities Manager to provide a safe clean comfortable work environment for employees
• To safely run power equipment including but not limited to lawn mowers, chainsaws, and vehicles (tractor, truck, or van).
• Teardown, build or reconfigure furniture/cubicles as instructed.
• Work from staging/ladders.
• Work on hands and knees.
• Lift 70 pounds.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Occasional weekend hours and overtime before and/or after hours as needed.
• Complete tasks with minimal direction
• Work as part of a team to ensure daily facilities functions are accomplished
• Work well with vendors, visitors and employees at all levels of the organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Tradesmen licenses and/or certifications a plus.
• Mechanical troubleshooting knowledge desired.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record.
• Ability to navigate around a computer; comfortable using Microsoft products and email.
• 3+ years experience in building maintenance
• Strong interpersonal and organization skills with a high degree of versatility
• Knowledge of building systems such as HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and safety systems.