Maintenance Technician

Overview The Maintenance Technician will have expert skills in general building maintenance as well as performing both predictive and preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment. Ability to work independently and troubleshoot mechanical problems and provide costs effective repairs. Provides leadership, guidance and on the job training to lower level Maintenance Technicians. This position requires good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Status: Full-time, Monday - Friday. On call rotation for Hamilton campuses and on call for building emergencies and snow removal.

Location: Westover in Hamilton, Ohio

Pay: Starting at $22/hour, based on experience

Responsibilities

• Works independently with little direction.
• Performs skilled maintenance and repair on mechanical, plumbing, electronic, HVAC and other building mechanics.
• Assist lower level maintenance technicians with work orders when needed. Provides leadership and guidance in a positive way.
• Provides on the job training for Maintenance Technicians I and II.
• Perform various plumbing duties such as cut, thread, assemble and lay pipe. Be able to repair and install toilets.
• Estimate cost of labor and materials for work orders.
• Travel between different facilities for projects/work orders.
• Obtains multiple estimates from contractors and provides them to supervisor.
• Perform skilled maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment. Troubleshoot and correct defective switches, receptacles, ballasts and other wiring. Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance
• Perform troubleshooting to repair or replace fans, motors and belts.
• Trouble shoot electronics on resident beds.
• Operate a variety of variety of equipment and machines including saws, power tools, etc..
• Maintain positive cooperative working relationship by working, acting, and communicating with various personalities, getting along with residents, co-workers, families, contractors and visitors.
• Continue to grow and learn maintenance skills.
• Flexible and adaptable in coping with pressures, deadlines, and rapidly changing situations.
• Completes work orders within an acceptable period of time.
• Notifies supervisor of equipment malfunctions
• Communicates effectively with supervisor and team about issues or facility concerns.
• Operate blowers, snow blowers, salt spreaders
• Troubleshoot phone, tv and other electronic issues in resident rooms and in facility.
• Manages workload through work order system.
• Be available 24/7 for emergencies/snow removal in winter.
• Respectful communication with residents and families regarding any maintenance issues.
• All other duties as assigned and appropriate for the position.

Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Licenses or other required certifications: Must maintain a valid driver license, vehicle liability insurance, and a good driving record

Experience: Minimum of five years experience working in a maintenance-related field preferred

Specialized Knowledge, Skills, Or Abilities

• Possess mechanical aptitude
• Possess advanced knowledge of plumbing, electricity, HVAC, and carpentry
• Possess ability to interpret blueprints and read and comprehend operating manuals
• Must be able to work as a member of a team
• Able to effectively and safely operate all equipment
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds and have the physical mobility for bending, stooping and climbing ladders
• Must be reliable, trustworthy, and possess excellent judgment.
• Basic computer skills are necessary to include email communication, and the ability to use an iPhone to complete work orders within our system.
• Possess and exemplify a high level of customer service