Facilities Technician III

HireTalent; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Facilities Technician to manage and maintain building systems. This role involves performing essential maintenance tasks including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical work while ensuring safety and efficiency. You will play a key role in coordinating with contractors and assessing the daily operations of the facilities. If you are self-motivated, detail-oriented, and thrive in both team-based and independent environments, this position offers a great opportunity to contribute to a dynamic workplace. Join a team where your skills will directly impact the safety and functionality of the workplace.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC or Electrical work.
• General Facilities Management experience preferred (10+ years).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform facility maintenance and repairs.
• Evaluate and troubleshoot buildings and systems.
• Assist with security and emergency responses.

Skills

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to thrive in a team

Fast-paced work environment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent (GED)

OSHA 10 training certification

Formal education on HVAC or Electrical

Tools

HVAC systems

Electrical tools

Plumbing tools

General maintenance tools

Job description

Duties:

We are looking for a Facilities Technician who is responsible for the coordination and accomplishment of facility maintenance and operation work, performing the duties of Facilities Technician, following recognized industry standards for such work in a safe and efficient manner. The role involves electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical tasks. You will evaluate, diagnose, and troubleshoot buildings, systems, and equipment as assigned, as well as identify materials and equipment needed for work and maintain records of assignments.

The Facilities Technician is responsible for the maintenance and repairs of all SRA buildings, acting as the contact for emergency situations. Additionally, you will assess daily the safety of employees, security of assets, and service to members. This position will coordinate outside contractors or vendors for various services.

Role and Responsibilities:

1. Assist the primary contact for all regional personnel regarding building issues (climate control, odors, smoke, spills, damage, emergencies, and repairs).
2. May assist the project coordinator for all size projects, including large scale repairs and new facility projects.
3. Assist with maintaining building security and respond to building emergencies on a 24-hour basis (on call).
4. Monitor and replace light bulbs in all assigned facilities as needed.
5. Perform minor repairs and/or replacement of plumbing fixtures, valves, and other devices as required.
6. Perform minor repairs and/or replacement of electrical fixtures, devices, and appliances as required.
7. Perform basic electrical work and determine when an electrician is required.
8. Hang pictures and shelving as needed.
9. Dismantle and install furniture.
10. Escort service contractors to necessary locations for equipment service.
11. Coordinate and assist with departmental and employee moves.
12. Move furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment.
13. Transport goods or equipment as assigned.
14. Perform immediate cleaning duties necessary to maintain a clean facility.
15. Perform other maintenance duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager.
16. Identify standard tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices used in multiple building maintenance crafts.
17. Lead in the installation, maintenance, and repair of designated building systems.
18. Maintain records of materials and labor expended on each assignment.
19. Offer assistance to or guide other technicians in assignments.
20. Observe and report any defects, deterioration, and wear and tear on the facilities through the work order system.
21. Communicate with key administrative and staff personnel on special events and functions scheduled for the buildings that may require special furnishing arrangements.
22. Cooperate with all personnel in the performance of day-to-day duties and responsibilities.
23. Some travel to San Francisco and Palo Alto work-sites may be required.

Necessary Skills and Attributes:

1. Self-motivated individual with the ability to thrive in a team-based or independent environment.
2. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
3. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
4. Limited supervision and the exercise of discretion.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a contract employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the contract employee is occasionally required to stand, clean, crawl, kneel, sit, sort, hold, squat, stoop, twist the body, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs or ladders and scaffolding up to 20 feet, talk or hear, and lift up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include the ability to distinguish the nature of objects by using the eye.

Experience:

1. HVAC (5+ Years of Experience)
2. or
3. Electrical (5+ Years of Experience)
4. or
5. General Facilities Management (10+ Years of Experience)

Education:

1. High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
2. OSHA 10 training certification preferred.
3. Formal education on HVAC or Electrical preferred.