Maintenance Technician

About the Role

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for assisting with operation troubleshooting, diagnostics, housekeeping, and repairs on commercial buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, grounds, and maintenance equipment for assigned properties and facilities. The role supports the upkeep of a variety of systems to ensure safe and efficient property operations. The position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The role may involve coordination with other teams and occasional field visits to property sites. • Assist with troubleshooting and repairs of buildings and installed systems to include: packaging and handling machinery, plumbing systems, kitchen equipment, roofs, drains, shop, grounds equipment, and HVAC • Clean, lubricate, and service a wide variety of pumps, valves, pneumatic controls, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic devices • Assist with installation and modification of building equipment and systems • Replace and repair building finishes such as ceiling tiles, door hardware, wall paper, and can paint walls, piping, floors and equipment • Troubleshoot, evaluate, and make recommendations to upgrade maintenance operations and/or implement savings opportunities • Respond immediately to emergency situations and customer service requests as assigned • Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment for unsafe or malfunctioning conditions, preventative maintenance, etc. • Maintain and operate fire and life safety systems such as fire alarm systems, fire pumps and related fire protection system equipment as assigned • Perform carpentry and snow removal when necessary • Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and Company directives as related to building operations and practice safe work habits • Complete all required C&W Safety Training as scheduled annually • Comply with C&W Uniform Dress Code while working and maintain a neat and clean appearance while on the property at times other than working hours

Key Responsibilities

• ▸system troubleshooting
• ▸equipment repairs
• ▸preventive maintenance
• ▸fire safety
• ▸carpentry
• ▸emergency response

What You Bring

Physical demands include regular communication with others, operating computers and office machinery, moving throughout the workplace, and occasional stationary work. Employees must be able to extend hands and arms in any direction and may be required to stand for extended periods. • Possess competent knowledge of the use and care of tools and equipment used in facility and ground maintenance • Ability to use technology such as smart phones, tablets, computers, web-based applications, building automation systems, etc. • Technical Proficiency • Multi-Tasking • Sense of Urgency • High School Diploma or GED equivalent • 2+ years of related experience in a commercial property setting • Technical, vocational or on-the-job training in at least one of the following areas: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, process controls, mechanical power transmissions, painting, plumbing, carpentry or engine repair • Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license (commercial license may be required) and good driving record with periodic checks • Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word

Requirements

• ▸technical proficiency
• ▸hvac
• ▸electrical
• ▸mechanical
• ▸high school
• ▸2+ yrs

Benefits

Cushman & Wakefield offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and paid or unpaid time off. Compensation for this role ranges from $22.10 to $26.00 per hour, subject to factors such as location, experience, collective bargaining agreements, and market rates. The company does not pay less than the minimum wage.

Work Environment

Onsite