Maintenance Associate

InterChange Group Inc; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

InterChange Group Inc in Harrisonburg, Virginia, is seeking a dedicated maintenance technician to ensure safe work practices and perform various repairs. Responsibilities include monitoring conditions of facilities, conducting repairs, and managing maintenance tasks.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least 3 years of maintenance experience. Strong knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems is required. A valid state driver’s license is mandatory, and pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Qualifications

• Minimum of H.S. degree or equivalent.
• 3 years of general maintenance experience.
• Ability to work at elevated heights of up to 50 feet.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe work practices are followed by all team members.
• Monitor conditions of company buildings and equipment.
• Perform minor repairs to various facilities and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical repair

Maintenance equipment use

Plumbing knowledge

HVAC systems knowledge

Lawn care and landscaping

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic maintenance equipment

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensure that safe work practices are being performed by all team members.
• Monitor the general conditions of company buildings and equipment to ensure high quality appearance and performance.
• Perform minor repairs to masonry, electrical equipment, plumbing, roofing and gutters, interior and exterior paint, concrete floors, pads, sidewalks, and asphalt.
• Conduct exterior preventative maintenance including seeding, fertilization, spraying weeds, spreading mulch, trimming shrubs, snow removal, and other related tasks.
• Complete preventative maintenance and repair to HVAC, overhead doors, dock levelers, automobiles, and residential houses.
• Ensure handling of hazardous materials such as paints, solvents, chemicals, and fertilizers complies with state and federal regulations.
• Follow an established service for preventative maintenance of equipment, warehouses, facilities, and company properties.
• Evaluate needs and make repairs where qualified or directed by lead or supervisor.
• Enter and prioritize work orders and generate monthly reports.
• Compile a log of all service and maintenance activity.
• Assist with activities in support of the Maintenance Supervisor’s goals across multiple operational facilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of H.S. degree or equivalent
• 3 years of general maintenance experience
• Experience with mechanical and electrical repair
• Knowledge of maintenance supplies, equipment, services, and general landscaping and lawn care
• Knowledge of plumbing, HVAC systems, and building electrical systems
• Knowledge of basic carpentry, sheet rock, painting and door hardware installation
• Desire to work hard, be proactive and a quick learner
• Ability to use basic maintenance equipment such as saws, drills, testers, lifts, and floor maintenance equipment
• Ability to install, move, dismantle, and reassemble machinery and mechanical equipment
• Ability to determine material requirements for specific and/or specialized projects
• Ability to work at elevated heights of up to 50 feet
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to read and follow safety regulations

License & Certificates

• Possession of a valid state driver’s license is required

Pre‑employment background check, drug test, and physical are required.