Facilities Technician

Job Title

Facilities Technician

Job Description Summary

This position is expected to support the Engineering and Operations Manager in the day-to-day maintenance, repair, and efficient operation of all building systems and equipment. The LFT will be expected to coordinate and complete all requests for work, assign priorities, delegate to appropriate technicians and/or contractor, if required, and follow-up on completion. The LFT will be expected to perform routine maintenance and repairs of all HVAC, boiler, heating, refrigeration, water, and energy systems to ensure the effective operation of the facility. Need to have experience as a lead or staff management and also have strong HVAC experience

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

Operation, maintenance, and repair of all boilers, heaters, pumps, valves, appurtenances and lines used in the distribution of steam and heated or processed water.

Operation, maintenance and repair of refrigerant compressors, condensers, evaporators, traps, transfer pumps, expansion valves, stop valves, float valves, together with all refrigerant lines and devices used to control temperature, and air conditioning systems in their entirety.

Operation, maintenance and repair of pumps handling water or other secondary refrigerating liquids together with all valves, appurtenances and lines used in the system.

Operation, maintenance and repair of air compressors, together with distribution lines and all valves and devices for air control.

Operation, maintenance and repair of all natural and manufactured gas distribution lines, including all valves and control devices.

Operation, maintenance and repair of water filters, softeners, piping and pumps used in conjunction with water distribution, including all sinks and toilet bowls, including all supply lines, drains, water lines, control devices and sprinkler systems.

Operation, maintenance and repair of all types of electrical motors and engines used to power pumps, compressors and fans.

Maintenance of elevators except where this type of equipment is serviced and maintained by specialized contractors. (lamp replacement only)

Operation, maintenance and repair of building automation systems (BMS Siemens) for HVAC, including consoles, data gathering panels, remote sensors and indicating devices.

Operation, maintenance and repair of sanitary sewer systems, sump pumps including basins, water closets, urinals and piping.

Maintenance and repair of trash compactors, including electrical and hydraulic systems.

Maintenance and repair of all kitchen equipment excluding tenant owned equipment.

Technician must have working knowledge of the following; Steam Boilers, Heating Hot Water Boilers, Pumps, Centrifugal Chillers and Central Plant operation, Plumbing systems, soldering, brazing, welding Gas/Arc, Electrical Troubleshooting. Building Management Systems, Air Compressor, HVAC Package Units, HVAC DX system (Split Systems) Mechanical systems = Air handles, air compressors, some painting, clean room experience, carpenter, door repairs, and electronic controls

General Maintenance may include but not limited to:

o Repairs on toilet facilities including soap dispensers.

o Repairs on registers and radiators.

o Replacement of lamps and cleaning of light fixtures.

o Removing ceiling tile.

o Maintaining and/or replacing door hardware.

o Central Plant operation, chillers, cooling tower, pumps, boilers (Steam and Heating Hot Water) and other building facilities.

o Assist in the replacement of filters in the HVAC equipment.

o General cleaning in mechanical spaces and perimeter inductions units

o Cleanup of equipment and shop.

o Miscellaneous handyman work requiring the limited use of hand tools.

o  Able to troubleshoot electrical controls

o Soft solder/hard solder copper piping

KEY COMPETENCIES
• Technical and Mechanical Proficiency
• Initiative
• Flexibility
• Multi-Tasking
• Sense of Urgency

IMPORTANT EDUCATION

* Electrical Certification a Plus

* HVAC Certification

* EPA Certification
• High School Diploma of GED Equivalent
• Graduate of apprentice program or trade school preferred

IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
• 10/15 + years of related work experience in operating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in a Industrial / commercial property setting.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
• May be required to have certification as a Universal Technician for CFC’s depending on market licensure requirements
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record with periodic checks (where applicable)
• Basic Computing Skills in Outlook, Excel & Word
• Experience in operation, maintenance and basic repair of HVAC, Boilers, Heaters, Steam Boilers , Pumps, Refrigerant systems, Compressors, Water systems, etc.
• Knowledgeable in energy management systems, techniques and operations.
• Through knowledge in all building systems operations, maintenance and repair.
May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts; may be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments); may require shift work and/or on call duties
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Must have ability to stoop, stand, climb, frequently lift a minimum of 50 lbs. of equipment (pumps, tools, ladders) and safely install rigging/lifting devices
• Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine
• Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work
• Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
• Ability to read and understand information presented orally and in writing
• Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, drawings, and schematics.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT
C&W provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees during employment are treated without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

OTHER DUTIES
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $36.55 - $43.00

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406