Maintenance Technician

EMCOR Facilities Services; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

EMCOR Facilities Services in Mobile, AL seeks a Maintenance Technician II to perform required PMs and repairs on commercial and industrial facility equipment. The role emphasizes safety, effective communication, and reliable follow-through in a collaborative team environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, 4 years of mechanical/electrical/plumbing experience, and valid licenses (driver, forklift, JLG). Proficiency with Building Automation and work order software is essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; business or trade school training preferred.
• 4 years’ experience and/or training in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry skills.
• Valid driver’s license, forklift operator license, JLG operator license.

Responsibilities

• Abides by safety guidelines including OSHA regulations and lock-out/tag-out.
• Conducts shift rounds and documents performance.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and related equipment.
• Repairs and maintains building systems and components; may manage projects and supervise subcontractors.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

HVAC systems

Electrical skills

Carpentry skills

Forklift operation

Scissor lift operation

Aerial lift operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Undergraduate business or trade school training

Tools

Building Automation

Work order system

Maintenance software

MS Word

Job description

From commercial office space and manufacturing to multi-site retail portfolios, we manage and support over 1 billion square feet of facilities space for the nation’s leading organizations. We provide comprehensive facility services ranging from mechanical maintenance and self-performed, site-based operations to energy-efficiency upgrades and supplier-managed interior/exterior maintenance.

Job Summary

In a safe, efficient, and professional manner the Maintenance Technician II completes required PM’s and repairs commercial and industrial facility equipment. The technician is an excellent communicator and has exceptional follow through capabilities. This position will be cross‑trained and utilize a “flow to the work” concept. The technician will exhibit an ownership attitude.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Abides by all safety guidelines including OSHA regulations, lock‑out/tag‑out, etc.
• Conducts shift rounds (regular checks of systems and equipment to identify issues and document performance).
• Competently maintains, troubleshoots, and performs substantial equipment repairs. Works independently and as part of the facilities maintenance team to:
• Conduct the inspection/evaluation of operating characteristics such as speeds, pressures, vacuum, or vibration and features such as wear, replacement of expendables (belts, hoses, fluids, filters, etc.).
• Preforms preventative maintenance, including the diagnosis of malfunctioning apparatus and/or systems (HVAC equipment, fire life safety systems, plumbing and electrical systems).
• Transformers, motors, motor starters, MCC panels, MCC circuits, variable frequency drives, replaces damaged or broken wires and cables.
• Dock equipment (overhead doors, dock levelers, dock locks and seals).
• Building/parking lot lighting, photoelectric eyes, emergency lights/exit lights, 120 volt outlets for exterior building lighting.
• Repairs systems and apparatus mentioned above, could also include tasks such as rebuilding of pumps, steam traps, valves, electrical, pneumatic solenoid devices. May paint walls, fix leaks and stoppages in plumbing, repair or replace sinks, piping, valves or drains. May maintain electrical controls, lighting, and electrical distribution systems.
• Performs administrative tasks such as parts ordering, PO creation, vendor management, attend job meetings/project meetings.
• Documents work results in the CMMS, analyzes findings and recommends updates to PM list.
• Communicates effectively with coworkers and customer staff; assuring that all aspects of a work request are understood and that the customer is informed about work status and expected completion dates.
• May manage maintenance projects, including complex equipment repair, providing guidance to sub‑contractors of facilities services.
• Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by the Site Manager.

Qualifications

Education

High School diploma (or equivalent) required. Preference given to those with some undergraduate business or trade school training.

Business Experience

4 years’ experience and/or training including the application of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry skills/concepts required. An equivalent combination of training, education, and manufacturing maintenance experience is acceptable.

Licenses/Certifications

Valid driver’s license, forklift operator license, JLG operator license required.

Language Skills

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or graphic form. Ability to read safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence, use MS Word, send/receive emails, and manage an email box. Ability to operate the work order system and maintenance‑specific software such as Building Automation. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers and/or employees.

Technical Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to use hand and small/large power tools.
• Able to disassemble/reassemble fixtures, fans, pumps, and HVAC equipment and other building related equipment.
• Able to demonstrate general plumbing, electrical and carpentry skills.
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of building systems and operation including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, Life Safety Systems, building envelope.
• Able to competently operate a forklift, scissor lift, and aerial lift.
• Ability to operate a personal computer, cell phone; and/or electronic tablet.
• Able to function with dynamic priorities, adapting to changing customer expectations and completing work requests efficiently and with high quality standards. This may include taking the initiative to productively manage unexpected downtime, remaining productive while contributing to high quality results.
• May need to support non-customary schedules and weekend work.
• Ability to calculate figures such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by a Maintenance Technician to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the Technician is regularly required to stand for extended intervals with occasional scheduled breaks, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk or hear. The individual frequently is required to climb stairs and ladders. The individual must regularly lift and/or move up to 70 pounds, at higher than chest level and be able to tolerate adverse rooftop working conditions due to climate and tolerate extreme temperature changes.

Work Environment

Moving mechanical parts and high precarious places.

Occasional Exposure To

• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals
• Risk of electrical shock and vibration
• Moderate to high noise levels
• Outdoor weather conditions (including extreme cold, extreme heat)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled