Facility Maintenance Technician

A Facility Maintenance Technician performs a variety of routine and semi-skilled tasks involving general maintenance of MTA facilities equipment and grounds.

SUPERVISED BY: FACILITIES SUPERVISOR

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain all MTA facilities equipment and grounds as needed
• Operates powered tools and equipment trucks/trailers grounds maintenance equipment plows skid steer forklifts and other powered equipment as needed
• Remove snow and ice by shoveling plowing and/or salting sidewalks roadways parking areas and steps
• Use power washing equipment to clean facilities equipment and vehicles
• Perform maintenance on grounds and roadways including but not limited to filling potholes and crack sealing
• Perform painting work on building interiors and exteriors fuel tanks and pipes and other items as needed
• Perform basic plumbing repair and troubleshooting of toilets floor drains trench drains
• pits and separators as needed
• Replace lighting and fixtures throughout buildings and in parking lots
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC plumbing and electrical systems
• Perform basic building construction duties using proper methods and materials
• Check and fill all facility maintenance vehicles and equipment fluids daily as required
• Perform facility vehicle and equipment sanitation functions as assigned
• Use computers and/or electronic equipment to fulfill job functions/work orders
• Maintain good working relations with co-workers and supervisors
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Michigan Drivers License with a clean driving record
• Ability to pass a physical and drug screen
• Ability to pass criminal and reference checks
• Possess general knowledge of HVAC Plumbing Electrical and Construction methods as well as materials and codes
• Ability to safely operate several types of power tools and equipment mowers hand and power tools
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair a variety of facilities systems including construction HVAC compressors electrical systems 120v 480v 3 phase low voltage systems fire alarms and sprinkler systems plumbing systems compressed air systems and commercial door systems
• Ability to understand the applications and use of cleaning materials and supplies
• Ability to understand the applications and use of lawn materials supplies and equipment
• Ability to attend work regularly and work under stressful conditions
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE JOB PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Maintain continuous professional attitude well-groomed appearance and conduct work with positive attitude at all times
• Be aware and operate within OSHA standards and company safety policies at all times.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Meet standards required by Mass Transportation Authority including no addiction to alcohol or drugs
• Maintain an excellent driving record
• Wear and maintain authorized MTA uniform
• Be punctual and report for duty in the prescribed manner
• Comply with all MTA rules and regulations and contractual requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform manual labor indoors and outdoors in temperature extremes for extended periods of time; tolerate dust pollen wind and rain; tolerate fumes and odors
• Ability to climb ladders and steps regularly; May work at elevations greater than 10 feet
• Daily use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects tools or controls; Ability to reach with arms and hands
• Ability to walk climb balance stoop kneel and crouch
• Ability to tolerate some vibration and moderate exposure to mechanical parts
• Ability to safely fit behind the steering wheel of the standard vehicle operated by MTA

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed in multiple facilities and locations as well as indoors and outdoors

WAGE RATE

$23.96 per hour

APPLICATION SUBMITTAL:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Apply online at . MTA is an equal opportunity employer!

Required Experience:

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