Cox Enterprises is hiring a
Senior Maintenance Technician responsible for performing various skilled and semi-skilled duties associated with the repair and maintenance of buildings, furnishings, equipment and grounds.
The prospective candidate should demonstrate cursory knowledge and general understanding of one or more key building systems (HVAC, back-up power, general construction, plumbing, electrical and/or fire protection systems and equipment). The maintenance technician role requires a diverse mix of both hard and soft skills, including, but not limited to, manual labor skills (light carpentry and basic repair skills), effective written and oral communication skills and proficiency with common smart device and computer applications.
The role demands readiness to assist 24/7 in emergencies impacting business operations and may also require after-hours or weekend work to support operations that cannot be done during normal business hours.
The role may also involve providing support for security, sustainability efforts, meetings & events and assisting the mailroom with handling, moving and delivering large packages and deliveries. Responsibilities also extend to overseeing vendor work, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting leadership in complex projects.
Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions: 1. Maintenance and Inspections: - May perform or assist vendors with basic operations, testing, preventative maintenance or repairs/replacements of electrical equipment, HVAC systems, plumbing, kitchen fixtures/equipment, UPS and back-up power generation systems, fire detection/suppression, etc.
- Performs basic repairs, preventative maintenance, minor cleaning and/or installation/tear downs of office furniture, assists with relocations of people, furniture and equipment, performs tear-down/reconstruction of furniture systems, light carpentry and painting work, light bulb replacements, and installations/removal of bulletin boards, whiteboards, TVs, pictures, etc., and conducts routine inspection of such items.
- Responsible for promptly addressing daily work orders and preventative maintenance tasks in the IWMS ticketing system in compliance within assigned SLAs.
- Perform routine inspections of the building and contents identify and address concerns impacting building performance, employee comfort and safety.
- May perform minor landscape repairs, property cleanup, and janitorial duties.
- Perform regulatory inspections on critical equipment and maintain service records
2. Operations and Project Management: - Respond to emergency calls, evaluate damages, and take necessary steps to protect customers, employees, and property. When directed, may assume initial lead role in emergency response
- Assists with the planning and execution of reconfigurations, furniture relocations, and setups for events.
- May contact and communicate with vendors for cost estimates and process invoices
- Inspect buildings, enter data into checklists, and track work orders
- Collaborate on project budgets and emergency responses. Assists other facilities personnel as needed
- May support or lead office/workstation furniture modifications and facilities maintenance as needed.
- Responsible for maintaining/properly safeguarding assigned company assets including, but not limited to, smart phone, laptop computer, building keys, shop tools, carts, etc.
- Compliance with all local, state, federal, and OSHA facilities-related regulations
3. System Management and Reporting: - Demonstrates the ability to utilize & review spreadsheets/other reporting tools and communicate within the Microsoft Office suite
- Utilize Integrated Work Management System (IWMS) software for work order management
- Maintains records and provides support assisting the Environmental compliance group in our recycling locations
- Observe, report, and address safety issues
- Maintains inventory of supplies and parts, including purchases of small tools and equipment
Qualifications: Minimum - HS diploma, GED, or relevant work experience (5 years in facilities, maintenance, construction or related fields).
- Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required
- Ability to oversee multiple properties.
- Strong knowledge of building system terms and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Excellent organizational, prioritization, multi-tasking, math, written, verbal, and collaborative skills.
Preferred - Technical certification in building systems (generators, UPS, HVAC, fire detection).
- Certification in operating lifting equipment.
- Experience with commercial chillers, cooling towers, boilers, VFD drives, and pumps.
- Experience with automated Building Management Systems, including HVAC and lighting controls.
Environment and Working Conditions - Works in both office and outdoor environments, with potential exposure to inclement weather. May also work in warehouses and/or specialized facility environments as assigned.
- Travel to remote offices involves exposure to traffic situations including emergency responses both day and night
- Repeated bending, lifting, reaching, sitting, kneeling, pushing, pulling, navigating stairs, standing and carrying parts, tools and supplies
- May require frequent use of ladder or stepstool, furniture dolly, hydraulic lift gate, tie-down straps, forklift and scissor lift
USD 25.48 - 38.27 per hour
Compensation:Hourly base pay rate is $25.48 - $38.27/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.
Benefits:Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
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Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k , and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page .
Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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