Proactive Facilities Technician

Alpert Jewish Family Service; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpert Jewish Family Service is seeking a Facilities Technician to support the Facilities Director in day-to-day maintenance, upkeep, and operation of our facilities in West Palm Beach, FL. This hands-on role requires a dependable, proactive self-starter who identifies and completes tasks with minimal direction.

You will perform general maintenance, basic repairs, painting, plumbing, and occasional furniture setup while coordinating with outside vendors and maintaining safety and organization

Qualifications

• Previous experience in facilities maintenance, property maintenance, handyman work, construction, or a related field preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic painting, drywall repair, carpentry, plumbing, hardware, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to safely use common hand and power tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot everyday maintenance problems and determine when an issue can be handled internally versus when a specialized professional is needed.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform general handyman and facility maintenance work, including minor repairs, painting, patching, touch-ups, and basic carpentry.
• Proactively inspect facilities and address routine maintenance, repair, safety, and appearance issues without waiting for specific direction or a work request.
• Identify things that need attention and take appropriate action rather than waiting for a task list.
• Handle routine repairs involving doors, locks, hinges, cabinets, furniture, fixtures, shelving, and other facility equipment.
• Assist with minor plumbing issues such as clogged drains, running toilets, faucet repairs, and other basic fixes.
• Complete painting projects, drywall patching, wall repairs, and general cosmetic improvements throughout the facilities.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and minor repairs when appropriate and notify the Facilities Director when a licensed contractor or specialized vendor is needed.
• Assemble, move, install, and repair furniture, shelving, office equipment, and other items as needed.
• Conduct routine walkthroughs of facilities to identify maintenance, safety, cleanliness, or appearance concerns.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and follow assignments through to completion.
• Assist the Facilities Director with preventive maintenance and scheduled facility projects.
• Assist with room setups, furniture moves, deliveries, special events, and other operational needs.
• Help coordinate and provide access to outside vendors and contractors when requested.
• Maintain tools, equipment, supplies, storage areas, and workspaces in a safe and organized manner.
• Keep the Facilities Director informed regarding completed work, outstanding items, problems, delays, and issues requiring additional attention.
• Document completed work and outstanding issues as requested.
• Follow all safety procedures and immediately report significant safety or facility concerns.
• Look for productive work and other facility needs when immediate assignments have been completed.
• Perform other facilities‑related duties as assigned.

Skills

Handyman skills

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Communication

Time management

Physical stamina

Basic hand and power tools

Tools

Basic hand and power tools

Job description

Alpert Jewish Family Service is seeking a Facilities Technician to support the Facilities Director in day-to-day maintenance, upkeep, and operation of our facilities in West Palm Beach, FL. This hands-on role requires a dependable, proactive self-starter who identifies and completes tasks with minimal direction.

You will perform general maintenance, basic repairs, painting, plumbing, and occasional furniture setup while coordinating with outside vendors and maintaining safety and organization