Facilities Maintenance Technician

NorthCountry Federal Credit Union; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Competitive benefits

Job summary

NorthCountry Federal Credit Union seeks motivated employees for long-term professional development and advancement. The organization highlights paid training, competitive compensation, and generous benefits while fostering an inclusive environment that values staff and community.

As a Facilities role, you will maintain and improve the CU's surroundings, manage vendor contracts, ensure safety standards, and support a welcoming environment for members and staff.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of similar or related experience.
• Two-year college degree or equivalent certification or training.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs throughout CU facilities as assigned by Facilities Manager.
• Manage small dollar contract agreements for recurring vendors including landscaping and snowplowing. Approve related invoices.
• Respond to staff facilities-related requests as assigned by Facilities Manager.
• Maintain system to provide adequate inventory of supplies and maintenance products at all buildings. Work with Facilities Manager to ensure best pricing and most streamlined system.
• Follow safety standards which comply with NorthCountry, State and Federal guidelines. Complete facilities-related courses as identified by Facilities Manager.
• Develop an understanding and working knowledge of the credit union history, philosophy, organization, bylaws, policies, procedures and appropriate software systems. Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Valid driver's license

Education

Two-year college degree / certs

Job description

NorthCountry Federal Credit Union seeks motivated employees interested in long-term professional development and advancement.

We are repeat winners of Vermont Business Magazine’s “Best Places to Work” award, and we support our employees with paid training as well as competitive compensation and a generous benefit plan.

NorthCountry believes everyone has the right to be their true selves at work, at home, and in the community.

Our goal is to ensure an inclusive environment with access to financial services where our employees and community members feel respected, valued, safe, and secure.

Salary

$24/hr + Dependent on Experience

Role

Support the credit union's vision of being the community's most loved financial institution, and its mission to make people's financial dreams come true. Contribute to a world class experience for all members and staff, by building rapport, determining needs, and offering creative solutions to best serve their needs. Demonstrate professionalism and integrity and represent the credit union's core values in all interactions.

Ensures the credit union facilities and grounds are maintained in excellent condition and provide a safe, clean and welcoming environment for members and staff.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs throughout CU facilities as assigned by Facilities Manager.
• Manage small dollar contract agreements for recurring vendors including landscaping and snowplowing. Approve related invoices.
• Respond to staff facilities-related requests as assigned by Facilities Manager.
• Maintain system to provide adequate inventory of supplies and maintenance products at all buildings. Work with Facilities Manager to ensure best pricing and most streamlined system.
• Follow safety standards which comply with NorthCountry, State and Federal guidelines. Complete facilities-related courses as identified by Facilities Manager.
• Develop an understanding and working knowledge of the credit union history, philosophy, organization, bylaws, policies, procedures and appropriate software systems. Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Performance Measurements

• Problem Solving- The ability to predict, recognize, and define problems. Skill in generating, selecting, and implementing timely and meaningful solutions.
• Follow Through – The demonstration of reliability and a full commitment to complete assigned responsibilities with minimal supervision. A willingness to take responsibility for actions, solve problems as they arise, keep all parties fully informed, and stay with a job through all stages of completion.
• Quality-The level of ability to perform work assignments free from mistakes or errors.
• Job Knowledge-The level of knowledge, skills, and education required to perform job duties, and their application to job functions. Commitment to expanding knowledge, skills, and/or education.
• Teamwork-The ability to promote positive work relationships with area staff, team members, and supervisors. The degree of problem solving, communication, listening, cooperation, and productivity demonstrated while working with others to successfully meet goals.

Knowledge and Skills

Experience

Three years to five years of similar or related experience.

Education

(1) A two-year college degree, OR (2) completion of a specialized certification or licensing, OR (3) completion of specialized training courses conducted by vendors, OR (4) job-specific skills acquired through an apprenticeship program.

Interpersonal Skills

(4) Work involves extensive personal contact with others and is of a personal or sensitive nature. Motivating, influencing, and/or training others is key at this level. Outside contacts become important and fostering sound relationships with other entities (companies and/or individuals) becomes necessary and often requires the ability to influence and/or sell ideas or services to others.

Other Skills

Mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform basic repairs and maintenance, for example, painting, simple plumbing and carpentry. Must have a valid driver's license.

Physical Requirements

Regularly lift 25 to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds. Must be able to climb stairs and use a ladder.