Commercial Maintenance Technician

Facilities Maintenance Management; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching (up to 3%)

Competitive salary

Health insurance (50% employee premium covered)

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Optional voluntary benefits

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Company‑Provided Health Club membership

Company Vehicle and Fuel Card

Company‑Provided iPad

Job summary

A facilities management company in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is seeking a technician responsible for maintaining and repairing building operating systems across multiple locations. The role requires performing preventive and necessary maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems, along with providing general building maintenance. The ideal candidate should have at least five years of relevant experience and possess strong customer service skills. Opportunities for advancement and training are available.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in computer, text, and email skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects using core values.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems.
• Respond to safety and environmental requests.
• Prepare and maintain maintenance logs and records.

Skills

Basic electrical skills

Light carpentry

Sheetrock work

Light plumbing

Basic HVAC troubleshooting

Door repairs

Leak repairs

Painting

Exceptional customer service skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Five (5) years of relevant experience

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching (up to 3%)
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance (50% employee premium covered)
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Optional voluntary benefits
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company‑Provided Health Club membership
• Company Vehicle and Fuel Card
• Company‑Provided iPad

Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing all building operating systems, or arranging for repairs. The technician will be assigned to multiple locations and must be available for after‑hour emergency calls.

Essential Job Duties

• Perform preventive maintenance, necessary maintenance, and minor repairs on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems.
• Conduct periodic general preventive maintenance, including lubrication, adjustment, cleaning, replacement of consumable parts, and testing of equipment.
• Provide general building maintenance as needed.
• Respond to safety, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and environmental requests via personal contact and work‑order systems.
• Prepare and maintain maintenance logs and records and use preventative maintenance and work‑order software.
• Coordinate contractor, tenant, and management approvals for work orders that require outside contractors.
• Perform all assigned work to ensure building occupant safety and continuous operation.
• Follow all written operating procedures associated with each site.
• Maintain organized files.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities. The company reserves the right to change these descriptions at its discretion.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Basic electrical skills (change wall receptacles, replace light bulbs, reset breakers, etc.)
• Light carpentry (replace trim boards, wall studs, flooring, etc.)
• Sheetrock work (replace sheet rock, tape, float, finish texture)
• Light plumbing (replace under‑sink plumbing, install faucets, water heaters, fix leaks, replace spigots, etc.)
• Basic HVAC troubleshooting and preventive maintenance knowledge (change air filters, etc.)
• Door repairs (install/adjust doorclosers, replace hinges, handles, deadbolts, etc.)
• Leak repairs (identify and repair leaks in windows, doors, metal or shingle roofs)
• Painting (walls, ceilings, doors, trim)
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Ability to anticipate next work order or repair needed
• Time management

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma
• Five (5) years of relevant experience
• Ability to handle multiple projects and make decisions using FMM’s core values of Quality, Teamwork, Integrity, Safety, and Versatility
• Proficiency in computer, text, and email skills
• May perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
• Must pass a Fit for Duty Screening