Facilities Technician: Building Systems & Energy (On-Call)

Gilbane Development Company; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Profit-sharing

Job summary

Gilbane Development Company is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Watertown, MA to perform daily building-related tasks and manage energy, preventive maintenance, and quality standards.

You will supervise vendors, oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing and life-safety systems, and ensure compliance with OSHA and industry best practices while optimizing utility usage. A valid driver's license and strong English communication are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' maintenance engineering experience with knowledge of commercial, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent with technical school certification.
• General maintenance skills in carpentry, painting, locksmithing, etc.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Proven knowledge of technical terms used in HVAC, plumbing and/or electrical.
• Strong knowledge of building trade tools and equipment.
• Good verbal communication skills and written communication skills in English and customer service skills.
• Must be a good team player with multi-tasking skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent attendance record and willingness to work a flexible schedule which may include after hours and/or on-call duties

Responsibilities

• Supervise vendors and subcontractors as needed.
• Maintain preventive maintenance and overall schedules for all.
• Responsible for instituting and managing maintenance and operational best practices for all buildings, grounds and operating systems.
• Understand OSHA, other regulatory guidelines, and industry best practices to insure compliance with work and testing being performed by maintenance personnel, vendors and subcontractors.
• Operate and manage all aspects of the Building Management Systems (HVAC, lighting control, security and life safety).
• Manage usage and procurement to insure utility optimization.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

HVAC knowledge

Electrical & plumbing systems

English communication

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with technical certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Gilbane Development Company is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Watertown, MA to perform daily building-related tasks and manage energy, preventive maintenance, and quality standards.

You will supervise vendors, oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing and life-safety systems, and ensure compliance with OSHA and industry best practices while optimizing utility usage. A valid driver's license and strong English communication are required.