About this opportunity
Highwoods Properties lists this Maintenance Technician opportunity in raleigh, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
The Maintenance Technician independently performs a wide variety of general maintenance repairs relating to an assigned portfolio of commercial properties. Represents the company in a professional manner to customers, vendors and the general public. Is a team player and works with co-workers for the good of Highwoods. Participates in and follows the guidelines of Highwoods Safety Program.
Work Performed
Responsible for the overall maintenance of building, utility systems and building equipment
Perform routine building inspections according to company policy
Install and repair new and existing plumbing fixtures drain lines and accessories
Perform periodic testing, servicing, and recording results of cross connection devices
Perform preventive maintenance, installation and repair of water pipes, controls, and associated equipment
Perform minor repair of heating, ventilation, and air condition equipment including some filter changing
Monitor water chemical treatment programs for cooling towers and fountains
Monitor customer space temperatures and adjust thermostats when needed
Assist the HVAC technician with any building related mechanical or maintenance issues when required
Investigate and monitor repeat customer-related calls and report them to the Maintenance Manager and 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 snow and ice removal using hand tools, ice melt, and sand
Job Requirements
Documented training/certification/license in one or more of the following fields:
Plumbing
Mechanical
Roofing
Be available for emergency calls at night, weekends and holidays on a rotating schedule, outlined in the on-call schedule.
Fundamental knowledge of state and local building codes
Maintain a current Driver's License
Education
A minimum of 2 years of education from one of the following:
State, county or local governmental agency
EPA Certification
Approved/sanctioned Technical Institution and/or
College or University In one or more of the following fields: Construction
Roofing
Building Life Safety Systems
Plumbing
Carpentry
Mechanical OR
Equivalent on-the-job training in one or more of the above listed fields consisting of a minimum of six consecutive months
3 or more years of general industrial or commercial maintenance experience.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme outdoor conditions (cold/hot weather, wind, precipitation). The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. Must be comfortable working on the roofs of office buildings and climbing ladders.
Physical Demands
The physical demand described here are representative of those required by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; this position is active and requires the employee to stand, walk, balance, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb. The employee must use hands and handle or feel; grasp and reach with hands and arms - must be able to work frequently with arms extended above head. The employee must occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50-pound items. Specific visual acuity required by the job include close, distance, color, peripheral vision and depth perception. The ability to read, understand, and to communicate information and ideas clearly in writing and orally is required.
Who can apply
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