Facility Maintenance Technician

Gilbane Development; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbane is seeking a Maintenance Technician for an Assisted Living community in Washington, DC. The role supports daily building operations, energy management, preventive maintenance, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in maintenance engineering and solid knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical and building trades, with a valid driver's license and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' Maintenance engineering experience with knowledge of commercial, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or trade school certification highly preferred.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English; customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise vendors and subcontractors as needed.
• Maintain preventive maintenance and overall schedules for all facilities.
• Institute and manage maintenance and operating best practices for buildings, grounds and systems.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and regulatory guidelines for work and testing.
• Operate and manage Building Management Systems (HVAC, lighting, security, life safety).
• Manage utility usage and procurement for optimization.
• Perform additional facility maintenance duties as assigned.
• Address heating, plumbing, electrical, structural and life-safety systems responsibilities.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Customer service skills

English communication

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; technical/trade certification preferred

Tools

Building trade tools

Job description

Overview

Calvary Street Management is seeking a driven Maintenance Technician for our Assisted Living community located in Washington, DC. Livingston Place at Southern Avenue is an Assisted Living Community that provides affordable residential and assistant living to seniors 65+ years old. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for all daily physical building-related activities. This team member will be directly responsible to implement and maintain the energy management, preventive maintenance, quality standards, operating objectives, and goals of the owner. These tasks must be performed in a manner that not only protects, but also maximizes the value of the property.

Responsibilities

Maintenance and Operations

• 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.
• Additional facility maintenance duties as assigned.

Project Systems

• Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning (HVAC)
• Plumbing
• Electrical and Lighting Systems
• Structural
• Life Safety Systems

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent; plus technical or trade school certification highly preferred.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
• Minimum of 2 years' Maintenance engineering experience with knowledge of commercial, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
• General maintenance skills in carpentry, painting, locksmithing, etc.
• 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; interpersonal skills required.
• Working knowledge of maintenance service ticketing system required. Experience working with TELs is a plus.
• Excellent attendance record and willingness to work a flexible schedule which may include after hours and/or on-call duties

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

For Washington, D.C. this ranges from $41,600 - $52,000 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees' education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affiantive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

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