Description
The Maintenance Technician Independently performs a wide variety of general maintenance repairs relating to an assigned portfolio of properties and complete appropriate paperwork in a timely manner. Be a team player and work with co-workers for the good of Highwoods Properties. Participate in and follow the guidelines of the safety program as directed by Safety Program Coordinator.
WORK PERFORMED:
Maintenance Technician will work closely with the Maintenance Supervisor who will coordinate many procedures for the Property Managers and the Director of Asset Management.
- Become proficient with the ServiceLink on-line service request system including hand held application
- Responsible for the overall maintenance of building and building equipment
- Perform routine building inspections according to company policy on both building common areas, customer space and exterior
- Install and repair new and existing plumbing fixtures and accessories
- Install and repair various types of electrical fixtures including lamp and ballast replacement
- Install and repair electrical devices (switches, receptacles, breakers, etc.)
- Log chillers and, in conjunction with the HVAC Technician, perform minor repair of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment, including filter changes and belt replacements
- Monitor water chemical treatment programs for cooling towers and fountains and log readings
- Monitor customer space temperatures and adjust thermostats and control systems when needed
- Assist the HVAC Technician with any building related mechanical maintenance issues when required
- Investigate and monitor repeat customer-related calls and report them to the Property Manager
- Perform minor leak repairs to roof, window, and fountains
- Assist contractors with life safety alarm systems and water-based or dry fire protection systems shut downs and testing
- Install and repair ceiling tiles, wall coverings, vinyl tile, carpet, cove base, window blinds, signage, etc.
- Be responsible for accurate and timely record keeping and reporting
- Assist in hurricane preparedness and response
- Foster a positive and productive working relationship with each customer in the building to ensure the best customer service experience and overall customer satisfaction
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Documented training/certification/license in one or more of the following fields: Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Roofing, Life Safety. Be available for emergency calls at night, weekends and holidays on a rotating schedule. During your on-call week, you will be required to work Saturday and Sunday with two days off during the week. Fundamental knowledge of state and local building codes. Maintain a current Driver’s License.
EDUCATION:
High School diploma or equivalent required, and a minimum of two years of education from one of the following:
- State, county or local governmental agency
- Approved/sanctioned Technical Institution and/or College or University in one or more of the following fields:
- Electrical
- Construction
- Roofing
- Building Life Safety Systems
- Plumbing
- Carpentry
- Mechanical
OR equivalent on the job training in one or more of the above listed fields.
- Systems Maintenance Administrator or Systems Maintenance Technician designation through BOMA preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Three or more years of commercial real estate maintenance experience.
This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all the possible responsibilities, skills, efforts and working conditions associated with the job. The job description outlined is only intended to give a representation of the major elements essential for making equitable pay decisions about the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
