Facilities Tech I

Omaha Performing Arts Society; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Omaha Performing Arts Society is seeking a Facilities Technician to maintain and operate the venue’s building systems, including HVAC and electricals, while coordinating with contractors and staff. The role emphasizes safety, budgeting, and maintaining facility records.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, basic EMS and life-safety knowledge, and comfort with hand/power tools. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Familiar with mechanical and electrical systems such as HVAC, Fire & Life/Safety, EMS, CTV and access systems.
• Ability to repair mechanical and electrical systems.
• Requires ability to use hand tools and power tools common to the skills listed.
• Self-starter with the knowledge of complete tasks effectively and economically.
• Must be punctual and dependable.
• Ability to foster a cooperative working environment.
• Requires evening and weekend availability
• On call 24/7 for emergencies (Full-time employees only.)
• Experience using Microsoft Office Products.
• Venue and/or hospitality experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a preventative maintenance program within an annual budget for facilities and equipment.
• Operates within the annual budget regarding expenses for supplies and utilities.
• Plans repair, facility and remodeling projects within budget.
• Adjusts controls and valves to operate building systems.
• Maintains up-to-date records for inspections and logs for building systems, HVAC, and maintenance.
• Assists and supervises contractors and vendors.
• Works with staff to ensure supplies and inventory for day-to-day operations.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Lockout/tagout

MS Office

Self-starter

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Building EMS

Life/Safety systems

Codes & safety compliance

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Floor cleaning equipment

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

The Facilities Technician is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the facilities. Must uphold O-pa Core Values of Collaboration, Inclusion, Trust, and Integrity.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains a preventative maintenance program within the confines of an annual budget. This includes heating, air conditioning, as well as maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment.
• Operates within the annual budget regarding expenses for supplies, electricity, gas, water and sewer.
• Plans repair, facility and remodeling projects accordingly and within budget.
• Adjusts controls and valves on equipment to provide power and regulate and set operations of building systems.
• Maintains up to date records for all state, federal and insurance semi-annual and annual inspections.
• Assists and supervises the work of contractors and vendors.
• Works closely with other O-pa employees to ensure there are adequate supplies and inventory available or all day-to-day maintenance and operations functions.
• Maintains public and non-public areas during performances, as needed.
• Performs multi-craft functions including locksmith, custodial, carpentry, plumbing, general repairs, painting.
• Assist with set and up and strikes of events resources, including chairs, tables, staging and facilities equipment, while helping other departments completing similar work.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of all equipment.
• Performs quality inspections on building and building systems daily.
• Prepares and maintains logs and records on all building systems, HVAC, and maintenance activities.
• Works with the Facilities team to facilitate a teamwork approach, combining expertise of other Facilities Technicians for successful project completion.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Experience and Qualifications:

• Familiar with mechanical and electrical systems such as HVAC, Fire & Life/Safety, EMS, CTV and access systems.
• Ability to repair mechanical and electrical systems.
• Requires ability to use hand tools and power tools common to the skills listed.
• Self-starter with the knowledge of complete tasks effectively and economically.
• Must be punctual and dependable.
• Ability to foster a cooperative working environment.
• Requires evening and weekend availability
• Required to use good judgment when performing and planning tasks.
• On call 24/7 for emergencies (Full-time employees only.)
• Experience using Microsoft Office Products.
• Venue and/or hospitality experience preferred.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalency (GED).

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, Certifications:

• Building EMS.
• Life/safety systems.
• Basic knowledge of applicable codes and laws including general safety, lock-out/tag-out, MSDS.
• Maintenance certification preferred, but not required.
• Stays abreast of changes in laws and efficiency standards.

Physical Demands:

• Include, but are not limited to lifting up to fifty (50) pounds, working in outdoor, seasonal elements for up to two (2) hours at a time and standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Stooping, bending and working on knees.
• Will work with others or alone in confined and remote spaces.

Equipment/Machinery Used:

• Personal computer.
• Floor cleaning and polishing equipment.
• Snow removal and sweeping equipment.
• Power tools.