General Maintenance Technician

Brewer-Garrett is a facility solutions company. Our goal is to make buildings more energy-efficient through HVAC design, electrical upgrades, building automation systems design and installation, maintenance, and repair. Our company is built upon the talent and experience of our associates, and we are looking for a customer-minded General Maintenance Technician to add to our growing team.

Job Summary
The General Maintenance Technician will be responsible for all commercial building maintenance, repairs, and inspection of facilities equipment (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, etc.) at the Hattie Larlham Main Campus and area properties located in Mantua, Ohio.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to the client.
• Inspect buildings, electrical systems, grounds, and equipment to ensure safe, well-maintained conditions, identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair.
• Perform minor troubleshooting and repairs; replace light bulbs, light fixtures, electrical sockets, light switches, ballasts, and fuses.
• Identify and perform basic service and repair on plumbing fixtures, open clogged lines and drains in sinks and toilets, replace water faucets, etc.
• Perform basic carpentry: repair drywall, paint walls, fix doors, windows.
• Inform management personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders to provide information for making decisions, taking appropriate action, and/or complying with building and safety regulations.
• Request equipment and supplies to maintain inventory and ensure availability of items required to complete the necessary installation and/or repair.
• Respond to emergencies after hours, if necessary.
• Complete work orders and requests promptly using employer provided iPhone.
• Follow all policies and procedures established in the Brewer-Garrett Manuals and Client Contract documents.
• Remove snow and salt walkways.
• Maintain vehicle, tools, communication devices (i.e., iPad, phone laptop), and equipment to ensure availability in safe operating condition.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars, as assigned to convey and/or gather information required to perform job functions.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES: None

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Trade school graduate/military school or apprentice program, preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in maintenance or construction field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience, specifically in the following areas: Plumbing, Electrical, Drywall, and Painting
• Experience using power tools and hand tools.
• Experience using electrical metering devices.
• Valid driver's license required
• Active auto insurance required

• The incumbent of this position will perform work in a DOD facility. Selected candidate must be able to produce favorable results for BG's standard pre-employment screening, as well as for the following pre-employment testing required by the customer:

• Standard Background Check

• 10-panel drug screen
• DMV check
• BCI Fingerprinting results must not include any disqualifying offenses
• Tuberculosis test (blood test)
• Proof of annual flu immunization

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated skills and knowledge of building maintenance responsibilities, including but not limited to plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall installation, etc.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written); must be able to communicate effectively and timely
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships
• Strong organization and time-management skills
• Professionalism and tact must be demonstrated in all interactions
• Ability to maintain satisfactory attendance
• Flexibility, adaptability, and willing to learn new concepts and skills

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work will be performed in a customer facility serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The work performed by the employee may require occasional interaction with the day and long-term residents.

The employee may be required to drive a company-owned or customer-owned vehicle between main campus and area properties to perform maintenance work.

The employee may be in indirect contact with hazardous materials, gases, or liquids common in healthcare environments. Direct contact with hazards including those typical when working with plumbing and electrical systems, power tools, hand tools, and other materials, gases, or liquids that may be used while performing functions of the job.

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to grasp, handle, manipulate, or feel objects, tools, and controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs or ladders; speak and hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move objects up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Employer-paid disability benefits
• Life and Critical Care Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid-time off
• Open-door policy
• Collaborative culture

Brewer-Garrett is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified job applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

BG is proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace.

BG is proud to be an EOE and Drug-Free Workplace.

Brewer-Garrett is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified job applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.