Facilities & Grounds Technician: Build, Maintain, Repair

The Rapid; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

457 retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Wellbeing program

Onsite fitness center

Gym membership reimbursement

Free bus rides for employee

Job summary

The Rapid is seeking a Building and Grounds Technician to join our Facilities team in Grand Rapids, MI. This role performs inspection, maintenance, preventive maintenance, and basic construction across our facilities and grounds to keep them safe and functional.

You will inspect and service buildings, grounds, CNG station equipment, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and related infrastructure, with occasional overtime for emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Michigan driver's license.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new programs as needed.
• Two or more years of related experience in general shop, building, or facility maintenance.
• Experience HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, grounds maintenance, or similar facility maintenance work.
• Experience working with compressors and motors.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and perform preventive maintenance on buildings, grounds, and facility equipment.
• Perform maintenance and basic repairs on compressed natural gas (CNG) station equipment.
• Maintain and repair building electrical and lighting systems.
• Maintain and service HVAC equipment and controls.
• Perform plumbing maintenance and repairs.
• Perform carpentry, masonry, and concrete work.
• Maintain landscape and irrigation systems.
• Work with compressors, motors, and related equipment.
• Assemble, maintain, rehabilitate, and install bus shelters.
• Maintain and install bus stop signs.
• Operate, service, and perform basic repairs on facility maintenance equipment.
• Perform snow removal and snow plowing.
• Respond to emergency facility maintenance needs.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to learn new programs

Valid Michigan driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Rapid is seeking a Building and Grounds Technician to join our Facilities team in Grand Rapids, MI. This role performs inspection, maintenance, preventive maintenance, and basic construction across our facilities and grounds to keep them safe and functional.

You will inspect and service buildings, grounds, CNG station equipment, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and related infrastructure, with occasional overtime for emergencies.