Student Veterans of America Jobs

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Facilities Technician II to join us in managing and maintaining our facility. As a Facilities Technician II, you will be tasked with ensuring our facility is always in excellent condition and functioning optimally. You'll be responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining all building systems and equipment, as well as performing preventative maintenance. You will also be responsible for troubleshooting and resolving any facility issues that may arise. Your excellent organizational skills, technical knowledge, and attention to detail will be essential in ensuring our facility is well-maintained and running smoothly. If you are a self-starter with excellent problem solving and communication skills, we'd love to hear from you. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine electrical repairs on all facility-related electrical systems.
• Conduct maintenance and repair of all wastewater equipment.
• Diagnose and repair boiler systems, including condensate, gas, air, and water (hot and cold) systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair of plant building, both interior and exterior including some landscaping maintenance and snow removal.
• Assists with and/or performs complex maintenance and repair of property, systems and subsystems.
• Maintain a written log of any highlights occurring during shift coverage in conjunction with proper Shift Note entries.
• Assists and serves as back up to other Facilities employees.
• May train and direct the work of other Facilities staff in the area.
• Monitors work done by outside contractors for adherence to State Compact and Federal code requirements and reports to Director.
• Completes all required maintenance documentation.
• Maintain a written log of any highlights occurring during shift coverage in conjunction with proper Shift Note entries.
• Performance of routine maintenance and repairs to plant refrigeration systems, including Freon, glycol, and chilled water systems.

May perform specialized tasks such as:

Construction

Install foundations, walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs using materials such as wood, steel, metal, concrete, plastics, and composites.

Fit and install window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior trim using a carpenter's level, plumb bob, and laser levels.

Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.

Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.

Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools.

Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.

Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace.

Inspect ceiling or floor tiles, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken or damaged structures.

Apply paint to surfaces including canvas, walls, floors, doors, and cabinets.

Mix, match, and apply paint, varnish, shellac, enamel, and other finishes.

Scrape, sandpaper, prime, or seal surfaces prior to painting.

Prepare walls to ensure proper adherence of adhesives.

Cover surfaces with cloth or plastic to ensure protection.

Calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs.

Fill cracks, holes, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives.

Erect scaffolding, movable and immovable staging and various rigging to gain access to difficult areas; move furniture and equipment as necessary.