Building Maintenance Technician

Daifuku Services America Corporation; SeaTac (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Daifuku Services America Corporation is seeking a Building Maintenance Technician in SeaTac, WA. This role involves supporting the operation, inspection, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Responsibilities include performing inspections, repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, as well as skills in general building repair and maintenance, along with strong communication abilities. Join a committed team dedicated to high safety and maintenance standards.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of applicable working experience in maintenance.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs and use ladders.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and repairs on property areas.
• Maintain lighting system and assist with general maintenance.
• Comply with safety procedures and emergency response.

Skills

General building repair

Basic plumbing

Basic electrical

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Building Maintenance Technician

Job Location: US-WA-SeaTac

• # of Openings: 1
• Shift: 1st Shift
• Company Division: DSUS

Overview

The Building Maintenance Technician supports operation, inspection, and maintenance processes to mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems in assigned facilities. Performs inspections and repairs to assigned property interior and exterior areas, including walls and flooring, installed fixtures, roofing systems, lighting, etc.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety procedures, maintaining good housekeeping and safety of work areas. Recognize danger and safety hazards and propose methods to eliminate them
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment and maintain compliance to State, County, or City Ordinances, Codes, or Laws
• Complies with all policies for the safe storage, usage and disposal of hazardous materials
• Respond effectively to all emergencies
• Strong focus on customer service and creating positive interactions with team and clients
• Supervises and directs contractors and monitors performance of their assigned responsibilities
• Performs and/or directs the performance of all maintenance service requests, ensuring work is accomplished efficiently with minimal disruption
• Maintain lighting system bulbs and ballasts
• Assist the operations team in the maintenance and repair of building and equipment
• Perform general interior maintenance - hang pictures, repair office furniture systems, assemble office furniture, minor plumbing (only in some sites), drywall repairs
• Completes special tasks that include painting, locksmith work, tenant service requests, and general maintenance as assigned
• Moves office furniture, machinery, equipment and other materials as requested
• Perform assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts, reporting on conditions impacting client occupancy and operations
• Participate in ongoing technical, safety, and operational process training programs
• Documents work performance and materials procurement as directed, using work order system
• Communicate status of work activity and identify methods to perform activities safely, effectively, and efficiently
• Other assigned operational tasks as may be typically expected of a facility maintenance professional

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of applicable working experience in general building repair and maintenance, basic plumbing, and basic electrical.
• Must have ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs., use ladders up to 30 ft, possess mechanical and electrical aptitude, and have excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to comply with both Elite Line Services and client-directed Policies & Procedures.
• Successful candidate must be self-motivated and able to work independently or on a team.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable under the Company's insurance policy.
• Must be able to comply with the ELS Drug and Alcohol policy.
• Promoting and conducting good housekeeping practices.
• Dedicated to supporting production by working in a safe, customer focused manner.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be able to clear required background per site location.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in applicable skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize many different projects.

Additional Skills & Abilities

• Accept responsibility and account for actions and results.
• Use thinking and reasoning to solve problems.
• Take care of customer needs while following company procedures.
• Demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Focus on a goal and obtain a predetermined result.
• Formulate a sound decision using available information.
• Effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Be organized or follow a systematic method of performing a task.
• Work with people regardless of race, gender, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or job type.
• Get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Manage resources to complete job assignments.
• Identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Work under pressure with time constraints.
• Complete assigned training in a timely manner.

Computer Skills

• Basic: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point), E‑Mail, and internet usage.
• Preferred: None.

Other Requirements

• Preferred Requirements: None.

Physical Demands

Standard duties include frequent standing, walking, and handling tasks. Physical demands are further described below.

• Stand: Frequently
• Walk: Frequently
• Sit: Occasionally
• Handling/Fingering: Frequently
• Reach Outward: Frequently
• Reach Above Shoulder: Occasionally
• Climb: Frequently
• Crawl: Occasionally
• Squat or Kneel: Frequently
• Bend: Frequently

• Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less: Frequently
• 11‑20 lbs: Frequently
• 21‑50 lbs: Occasionally
• 51‑100 lbs: Occasionally
• Over 100 lbs: Not Applicable

• Push/Pull 12 lbs or less: Occasionally
• 13‑25 lbs: Occasionally
• 26‑40 lbs: Occasionally
• 41‑100 lbs: Not Applicable

Other Physical Requirements

• Vision (Near, Distance)
• Lift and move totes up to 49 pounds each
• Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head
• Occasionally push and pull wheeled dollies loaded with products up to 100 pounds during site visits
• Engage in full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists
• Walking in the FC and around area with great frequency; facilities are over a quarter mile in length
• Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation
• Ability to work in construction /distribution environments that may be noisy, unlit, unheated, not air‑conditioned
• Continual standing and/or walking an average of 5 miles daily
• Able to access all areas of building (ascending and descending ladders, stairs, etc.)

Work Environment

Varies between an office environment and all areas located in a distribution center. May be around dust, dirt and noise levels above OSHA minimum requirements. Use of PPE required.

ELS Statement

Elite Line Services (ELS) is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, gender, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or medical condition.