MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Hillside; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillside is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Atlanta, GA to collaborate with Facilities Director and staff to perform daily maintenance, troubleshoot and repair building systems, and coordinate with management on service requests. The role requires hands-on work with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks to maintain property value and safety.

Expected tasks include preventive maintenance, documentation, and interaction with staff and clients.

Qualifications

• Two years of college or technical school with courses in facilities maintenance.
• Two years of mechanical responsibility with aptitude and ability to accomplish routine maintenance of carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc.

Responsibilities

• Performs corrective building interior and exterior maintenance as required by visual inspections and work orders.
• Monitors, inspects and repairs HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and assists with system testing.
• Insures building integrity and performs rough and trim carpentry, painting and drywall repairs.
• Completes service requests and maintenance repairs in a timely manner and ensures all service requests and customer interactions are handled professionally.
• Performs preventative maintenance on all equipment and ensures proper documentation of said equipment.
• Uses computer system to track work orders, work-in-progress, preventive maintenance and work completion with dates/times and documentation.
• Work with emotionally disturbed adolescents to aid them in developing good work habits.
• Perform other tasks as deemed necessary by management.
• Ensure Hillside Accessibility Plan is adhered to by removing barriers where possible.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Two years of college or technical school

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Testing devices

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Hillside Inc - Atlanta, GA 30306

Position Type: Full Time

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Maintenance Technician will work closely with Facilities Director and Administrative Staff to insure all daily operational, maintenance tasks are taken care of to maintain the value and appearance of all property and equipment. Employee is also responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing, or arranging for the repairs of all building operating systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• A. Performs corrective building interior and exterior maintenance as requires by visual inspections and work orders. All maintenance needs regarding life safety are to have the highest priority.
• B. Monitors, inspects and repairs HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and assists with system testing.
• C. Insures building integrity and performs rough and trim carpentry, painting and drywall repairs.
• D. Completes service requests and maintenance repairs in a timely manner and insures that all service requests and customer interactions are handled in a professional manner.
• E. Performs preventative maintenance on all equipment and insures proper documentation of said equipment.
• F. Use computer system to track work orders, work-in-progress, preventive maintenance and work completion with dates/times and documentation.
• G. Work with emotionally disturbed adolescents to aid them in developing good work habits.
• H. Perform other tasks as deemed necessary by management.
• I. Ensure Hillside Accessibility Plan is adhered to by assuring the removal of barriers to the greatest extent possible that may hinder those served, staff and/or other stakeholders.

GENERAL COMPETENCIES

Customer Focus

• Promote positive image of Hillside with all contacts (customers)
• Exhibit high quality of work
• Contribute to development of a culture of care

Teamwork

• Take the initiative to act on own
• Demonstrate cooperation
• Be a productive member of the staff

Communication

• Communicate Effectively, clearly, and appropriately
• Make use of supervision
• Use excellent Judgment

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Effectively multi-tasks and recognize and address important and time sensitive tasks.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrates organizational and time management skills with the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Keeps supervisor fully informed through written, verbal and electronic communication.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

• Tools - Ability to proficiently use various testing devices, tools and equipment related to mechanical trades.
• Organization - Keeps shop tools, equipment, and supplies organized and maintained in good working order.
• Critical Thinking Analyzes the strength and weaknesses of various approaches to maintenance and repairs and comes up with cost and time effective solutions.
• Active Learning Keeps informed on new products and procedures and integrates these into daily job performance to improve operational efficiency.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: Minimum of two years of college or technical school with courses in facilities maintenance.

EXPERIENCE: Two years of mechanical responsibility with aptitude and ability to accomplish routine maintenance of carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• A. Must submit to an annual physical exam.
• B. May be required to lift and/or carry heavy objects weighing 75 to 100 pounds at times.
• C. May be exposed to blood, tissue or bodily fluids and other less than favorable conditions.
• D. Ability to perform overhead work and climb ladders.

MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS

• A. Must not have a record of a felony or misdemeanor convictions.
• B. Must have a current, valid Georgia driver's license. Must present an MVR dated within one week of request that meets Hillside’s driving policy.
• C. Operate various types of equipment and machinery. Work skillfully and safely with various tools.
• D. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Guided by verbal and written instructions, policies and procedures and well established guidelines.

WORK SCHEDULE

Normally, 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday. Weekend work required. May be required to respond to emergency situations.