Maintenance Technician 1 - 1st Shift

B&H; Burlington (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

B&H is seeking a General Maintenance Technician I to perform general maintenance repairs on facility equipment and property structures in compliance with EPA, Hazmat and OSHA safety rules. The role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and follows a first shift schedule.

Responsibilities include basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and painting tasks, routine inspections, and preventive maintenance. Must be able to use general tools and communicate effectively, with an emphasis on safety and

Qualifications

• Requires ability to use general tools.
• Must follow safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively and prioritize tasks.
• Emergency response readiness and ability to notify appropriate personnel.

Responsibilities

• Carpentry: basic rough and finish carpentry repair of partitions, walls, doors, fences, window frames, office furniture, roofs, and shelves.
• Electrical: basic repair for switches, outlets, plugs, cables, appliances, and lighting systems; report unsafe conditions.
• Plumbing: repair leaks, unclog lines, replace seals, maintain drinking fountains and hot water heaters.
• Painting: apply and prepare surfaces and repair wall coverings.
• Conduct routine inspections of premises and equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment.
• As assigned by Director, Facility Manager and Dispatcher.

Skills

General tools

Emergency response

Prioritize work

Safety standards

Effective communication

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

At over 50 years old and counting, B&H has built a reputation as the trusted resource for photography and videography enthusiasts via its NYC SuperStore and its award-winning website. Long known as 'The Professional’s Source', B&H is recognized by savvy consumers worldwide for its honest, knowledgeable guidance, expert tips and articles… and always-great prices.

B&H offers competitive salaries, medical benefits, a 401K plan, employee discounts and opportunities to grow within a high-energy environment. Make your move to B&H today!

B & H Job Description

Job Title: General Maintenance Technician I

Division/Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor

Scheduled Hours: 1st Shift Monday-Thursday 9:00am-6:00pm & Friday 9am-2pm

Job Overview: Under the direct supervision, the Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing general maintenance repairs on facility equipment and property structures in compliance with EPA, Hazmat and OSHA safety rules and regulations.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Carpentry: Basic knowledge of rough and finished carpentry repair of structures such as partitions, walls, doors, fences, window frames, office furniture, roofs, and shelves.
• Electrical: Basic knowledge of electrical repair work for switches, outlets, plugs, cables, appliances, and lighting systems; reports unsafe electrical conditions.
• Plumbing: Basic knowledge of repairs of plumbing leaks or breaks; opens clogged lines and drains; replaces seals and other minor parts; maintains drinking fountains, replaces, repairs and maintains hot water heaters and other appliances.
• Painting: Applies and prepares various surfaces of paint, enamel, lacquer, varnish, or stain and repairs wall coverings
• Conduct routine inspections of premises and equipment
• Performing preventive maintenance tasks on a variety of equipment.

Additional Responsibilities:

• As assigned by Director, Facility Manager and Dispatcher

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Requires ability to use general tools
• Basic knowledge of the following: carpentry, plumbing, painting, appliance repair, electrical wiring and maintenance of hand tools and equipment
• Ability to follow directions
• Must respond quickly in the event of any emergency, notify appropriate personnel
• Must have the ability to prioritize work
• Must be able to follow safety standards
• Must be able to communicate effectively

Preferred Education, Experience and Licenses:

• Knowledge level that typically comes with 1-2 years of work experience within the field.
• Basic mechanical and carpentry experience.
• Industry certifications and or trade school diplomas are a plus.

Physical Environment/Occupational Risks:

• Warehouse Environment
• Performing physical activities that requires stand, walk, lift, bend and other physical abilities
• Lifting objects up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent use of hand and power tools

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex or gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please let us know.