Temporary Maintenance Technician

PREIT; Dickson City (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

401(k) Company matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

PREIT is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support the Operations Manager with safety plans, preventive maintenance, and repairs across mall properties. You will troubleshoot, install, and maintain building systems while keeping work areas clean and safe.

The role requires 2–3 years in building maintenance, a valid driver's license, and the ability to read plans and schematics. Tech school or trade certificate is a plus; OSHA10 is a bonus. Some evenings or weekend shifts may apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2–3 years of building maintenance experience.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, plans and schematic drawings.
• 2-year Tech School graduate or trade certificate is a plus.
• OSHA General Industries 10-Hour course is a plus.
• Bilingual welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain building systems.
• Operate equipment to perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs.
• Perform interior/exterior maintenance: painting, repairs, lighting, plumbing, roofing, and grounds.
• Assist with inventory, records, SDS, supplies, and tools.
• Assist in setup of events and mall décor, and in snow removal.
• Engage in safety training and follow health and environment policies.

Skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Safety awareness

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year Tech School or trade certificate

OSHA 10-hour (General Industries) certification (plus)

Tools

Reading schematics

Job description

Position SummaryThe Maintenance Technician is responsible for assisting the Operations Manager or Manager on Duty with the implementation of safety plans, operating standards and guidelines, troubleshooting, repairs, and performing preventative maintenance required to maintain the physical assets of the property.ResponsibilitiesInstall, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain various building systems.Operate a variety of equipment to perform preventative maintenance, minor repairs and maintain cleanliness of property.Perform a variety of maintenance/minor repair activities on the interior/exterior areas of the property including, but not limited to, painting, drywall, parking lots, sidewalks, plumbing repairs, clears drain stoppages, lighting, flooring, and roof.Assist with maintaining appropriate inventory systems, records, files, material safety data sheets, supplies, equipment, and tools.Repair, modify, move retail merchandising units as needed.Assist in the setup of events and install/take-down mall décor.Perform interior/exterior custodial duties as needed which may include sweeping, vacuuming, steam cleaning, gathering trash, empty trash receptacles; operate compactor; and landscaping.Assist with snow removal by vehicle and/or by hand (if applicable)Embody and support PREIT’s Safety, Health, and Environment Policy. Perform the job in accordance with all applicable standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines (including OSHA standards) to promote a safe working environment.Engage in training and continuing education to develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to work safely.Assist with emergency planning and response in coordination with management team.Some shift work, evenings, weekends, and emergency response are required.Aid and interact with the public and tenants as needed.Other duties as assigned.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED is requiredMinimum of 2-3 years of experience in building maintenance or a related fieldValid Driver's License requiredAbility to communicate information clearly with management, employees, tenants, and external contactsAbility to read and interpret documents, plans and schematic drawings and comprehend instructionsSelf-starter with ability to work independently2-year Tech School Graduate or trade certificate is a plusOSHA General Industries 10-Hour course is a plusBilingual welcomedCore Competencies: Nimble Learning, Collaborates, Drives Results, Customer FocusThe physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.The employee is frequently required to climb, smell, stoop, kneel, bend, balance, crouch, or crawl.The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, and outside weather conditions.Benefit InformationMedical, Dental and Vision401(k) Company matching immediately vested once eligible.Paid Time OffWe are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.