Senior Building Maintenance Technician

DeKalb Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

401(k) with 4% company match

Tuition reimbursement

HSA with wellness incentives

Discretionary stock options

Job summary

Kitchell seeks an experienced Senior Building Maintenance Technician to join our Ohio region in Columbus. You will manage skilled trades, oversee vendor work, and maintain facilities assets under limited supervision.

This full-time role requires on-site availability, leadership, and strong safety practices. Responsibilities include coordinating maintenance, ensuring contract compliance, and maintaining CMMS records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Universal EPA Certificate required.
• Minimum 7 years of related building maintenance experience.
• Valid driver’s license with automobile insurance.
• Ability to read construction, electrical blueprints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and related systems.
• Coordinate vendors for specialized maintenance and certify equipment.
• Inspect work for contract and safety compliance; handle invoices.
• Lead and communicate with staff and clients to meet objectives.
• Maintain records in CMMS and ensure accurate documentation.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate after-hours work as needed.
• Assist with safety training and adherence to procedures.
• Support audits and compliance documentation.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

CMMS

BMS

Blueprints reading

Safety compliance

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

Universal EPA Certificate

Tools

CMMS

Building Management System (BMS)

Job description

• Location 123 Main Street,Columbus, OH, 43216,United States
• Job Category Facilities Management
• Employee Type Non-Exempt - FT
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Bill Moran
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Kitchell seeks an experienced Senior Building Maintenance Technician to join our Ohio region in Columbus and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.

Overview

Perform a variety of skilled duties in one or more of the following building trades: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, painting, cement masonry, or dry wall in order to maintain, repair and remodel facilities.This position will be managing the work of specialty vendors and will work under limited supervision.This is a full time position with normal working days from Monday through Friday, requiring periodic on-call availability for emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine maintenance on HVAC equipment, electrical and electronic controls, plumbing, general shop equipment, small kitchen appliances, and other equipment and systems depending on experience
• Coordinates vendors for performance of specialized maintenance, repair, or certification of equipment and systems. Inspects completed work for conformance with contract requirements and safety codes. Processes invoices for payment
• Participates in safety and technical training meetings and uses safe working practices at all times
• Interacts courteously with the public, vendors, and client staff; maintains effective working relationships with other staff; cooperates with and follows directions of manager to effectively meet departmental and client objectives
• Responds to client questions on contracted maintenance activities and decisions in resolving problems in a professional and timely manner. Refers questions and comments to manager as required
• Requisitions materials and supplies using established guidelines and procedures
• Responds to emergencies as requested and coordinates all after-hours work activities and repairs; informs manager(s) of all after-hours work requirements
• Documents and records all work performed and materials used into a computerized maintenance management system
• Assembles documentation for compliance with federal, state, local and company compliance and auditing requirements, and participates in audits as required
• Executes additional duties, projects and responsibilities as assigned
• Adjusts system operations through Building Management System (BMS) computer systems

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree and specialized or advanced coursework in building maintenance or related field required
• Universal EPA Certificate required
• Minimum 7 years of position related work experience in building maintenance or related field required
• Valid Driver’s License and proof of current automobile insurance is required

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of the proper use of specialized building equipment and systems including: HVAC, plumbing, electrical, general carpentry, and other trades
• Knowledge of Federal and New York OSHA occupational safety regulations
• Be able to lead a team with strong communication skills as well as ability to build effective working relationships with customers and others
• Moderate computer literacy for entering and looking up information using standard business software. Prior experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) preferred
• Knowledge of the facility management, architecture, engineering and construction industries
• Ability to read and understand construction, electrical and equipment blueprints and schematics
• Demonstrated organizational, problem solving and common sense skills
• Must be able to pass comprehensive pre-employment background investigations and drug screen

License and Certifications

• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions, is required.
• Universal EPA Certificate required.

Travel Requirements

This position is performed on location at the client facility in Columbus, OH.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office and or industrial environment. Conditions regularly include exposure to outdoor elements, hot/cold temperatures, wet conditions, noise, atmospheric conditions and cramped quarters. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift over 50 pounds. Regularly pushing, pulling carts or wheelbarrows. Lifting and pushing shovels, brooms, floor scrapers, and various tools. Reaching above and at shoulder height with the weight of several objects and tools into trucks or carts. Sitting and driving depending on location of job sites. Standing and walking for assigned work shift.Crouching, kneeling for extended periods.

Summary

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Founded in 1950,Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell's core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. These benefits include company performance bonuses, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, weight loss programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more.

Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The Company’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of various factors, including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, abilities of the applicant and equity with other team members. The annual base salary range listed here is subject to change at any time, in the Company’s discretion, and does not alter in any way the at-will nature of the employment relationship.