Facilities & Grounds Technician — Maintenance & Safety

FMNE Insurance; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Wellness program

Job summary

FMNE Insurance is seeking a Facilities & Grounds Technician to join the Administrative Services Department in Lincoln, Nebraska. The role supports the Facilities Operations Manager, maintains interior and exterior building upkeep, grounds, and cleaning tasks to ensure a safe, professional workplace.

Ideal candidates have basic maintenance experience, mechanical aptitude, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required, with a commitment to teamwork and safety.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent, plus 6-12 months previous experience in light maintenance work, required.
• Ability to perform and/or assist with carpentry, light plumbing and electrical, painting, and janitorial tasks.
• Must be available to work overtime hours, including some weekends.
• Must have flexibility with work schedule to accommodate shifts when the Facilities Operations Manager or team members are unavailable.
• Must be self-motivated, a problem solver, and able to work without close supervision.
• Mechanical aptitude necessary.
• Basic computer and documentation skills required.
• Able to use industrial soaps and cleaning products.
• Ability to climb ladders, lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds, required.
• Must be able to tolerate prolonged standing, walking, and lifting and working, at times, in inclement weather.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the Company’s mission, while successfully performing its core values related to integrity, service, excellence, stability, strength, respect, and teamwork.
• Assist the Facilities Operations Manager in repairs and general upkeep of buildings, equipment, and grounds.
• Serve as a backup responder to building and equipment alarms.
• Assist in keeping inventory of the custodial, building, and Mail Center supplies.
• Provide backup support for Mail Center operations when necessary.
• Perform weekend building “on call” checks on a rotating basis and respond to on-site issues as needed.
• Seasonal outside duties include lawn and grounds maintenance, window cleaning, snow and ice removal.
• Visually inspect fire extinguishers monthly to ensure that they are mounted in their assigned location, are not blocked, or hidden, and show no signs of damage.
• Perform typical light maintenance and plumbing tasks, as needed.
• Run errands and pick up parts and service our owned properties and Mail Center, as needed.
• Perform daily custodial tasks including vacuum, dust, empty wastebaskets, clean restrooms, and assist team, as needed.
• Ensure custodial closets are stocked with 2-3 days’ worth of supplies/chemicals on a daily basis.
• Attend any recommended training for technical knowledge of systems or equipment as requested by management.
• Meet vendors on site and assist with access and oversight, as needed.
• Assist with safety and security checks and participate in any exercises or meetings, as it relates to the job.
• Regular and timely attendance in the office is an essential function of the position.

Skills

Light maintenance

Carpentry

Electrical basics

Ladder safety

Teamwork

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

FMNE Insurance is seeking a Facilities & Grounds Technician to join the Administrative Services Department in Lincoln, Nebraska. The role supports the Facilities Operations Manager, maintains interior and exterior building upkeep, grounds, and cleaning tasks to ensure a safe, professional workplace.

Ideal candidates have basic maintenance experience, mechanical aptitude, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required, with a commitment to teamwork and safety.