Facilities Technician

The LGBTQ+ Center of Las Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) W/Employer percentage match

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

Employee Assistance Program - EAP

PTO

Paid holidays

Floating Holidays

Birthday time

Job summary

The LGBTQ+ Center of Las Vegas is seeking a Facilities Technician to maintain a safe, functional building environment. You will inspect and service HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other infrastructure, ensuring reliability for our programs and visitors.

This role requires hands-on skills, the ability to troubleshoot, and coordination with vendors. You will follow safety rules, manage work orders, and support renovations while keeping documentation up to date for a welcoming community center.

Qualifications

• Must be mechanically inclined with basic shop skills (electrical, plumbing and carpentry).
• Must read, comprehend, and work from plans and operating instructions.
• Must work a flexible schedule, including Sundays and evenings, as necessary.
• Ability to be trained on security responsibilities.
• Always maintain professional and courteous behavior and provide excellent customer service to all building users.

Responsibilities

• Regularly inspect and perform preventative maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical.
• Support Operations Manager in drafting and implementing preventive maintenance schedules.
• Conduct routine inspections of building exteriors (groundskeeping, landscaping, pest control).
• Troubleshoot, repair and replace damaged building components (drywall, flooring, ceilings).
• Perform cleaning, carpentry and painting tasks.
• Ensure assigned equipment is in proper working order and available for use.
• Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of all building equipment.
• Maintain physical space, ensuring a safe, clean, organized and functional environment.
• Receive, manage, and process work order requests; ensure problems are resolved quickly.
• Act as liaison between employees and outside contractors for specialized problems.
• Adhere to safety regulations and procedures and ensure safety standards are followed.
• Participate in the emergency preparedness planning team.
• Apply/assist with environmental permit applications.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies; reorder as needed.
• Assist with building renovations and upgrades.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and other team members.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our Mission

The LGBTQ+ Center serves as a safe haven for all. We welcome and celebrate the diversity of our communities and strive to empower all to live authentic lives.

Position Overview

The Facilities Technician is responsible for performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks to ensure the proper functioning and safety of The Center's buildings and its equipment. This includes preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, and other building infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Regularly inspect and perform preventative maintenance on key building systems (i.e. HVAC, plumbing, electrical).


• Support Operations Manager in drafting and implementing preventive maintenance schedules for buildings and equipment.


• Conduct routine inspections of The Center's building exteriors (i.e. Groundskeeping, landscaping, pest control).


• Troubleshoot, repair and replace damaged building components (i.e. drywall, flooring, ceilings).


• Perform cleaning, carpentry and painting tasks.


• Ensure assigned equipment is in proper working order and available for use.


• Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of all building equipment.


• Maintains physical space, ensuring a safe, clean, organized and functional environment.


• Receives, manages, and processes work order requests; ensures problems are resolved quickly.


• Acts as liaison between employees and any outside contractors needed to resolve specialized problems.


• Adhere to all safety regulations and procedures and ensure safety standards are followed throughout the facility (local, state and federal).


• Participates in the emergency preparedness planning team.


• Applies or assists with application for required environmental permits.


• Maintains an inventory of supplies; reorders as needed.


• Assist with building renovations and upgrades.


• Communicate effectively with supervisors and other team members.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be mechanically inclined with basic shop skills (electrical, plumbing and carpentry).


• Must be able to work with various materials and tools and operate heavy equipment.


• Must read, comprehend, and work from plans and operating instructions.


• Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment.


• Must work a flexible schedule, including Sundays and evenings, as necessary.


• Ability to be trained on security responsibilities.


• Always maintain professional and courteous behavior and provide excellent customer service to all building users.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software necessary to create and maintain reports and logs.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout facilities.


• Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects (up to 50 pounds).


• Must be able to bend, lift, stretch, climb, and crawl to maintain equipment and buildings.


• Must be able to perform work in a variety of weather conditions.


• May be exposed to noise, dust and other hazards

Educational/Licensure Requirements

• At least two years of related experience is required.


• High school diploma or GED required.


• Possess a valid driver's license.

Salary range: $16 - $18 - Hourly

Benefits:

• 403(b) W/Employer percentage match


• Health Insurance


• Dental


• Vision


• Employee Assistance Program - EAP


• PTO


• Paid holidays


• Floating Holidays


• Birthday time