General Trades Technician at CGL Companies in Location not listed

General Trades Technician

*****$1,000 Sign-On Bonus*****

CGL is a provider of justice facility planning, design, and program management and maintenance solutions to justice facilities and other public facilities throughout the U.S. and internationally. CGL Facility Management, LLC provides comprehensive contract facility maintenance services to commercial clients.

A Brief Overview
The General Trades Technician will provide general maintenance to facilities and building maintenance. As Maintenance Technician, you will be a valuable member of the maintenance team. Responsible for checking, troubleshooting, and making routine repairs in the following areas: electrical, air conditioning, water heaters, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and other building maintenance areas. Work can include work in tight spaces depending on the maintenance requirement.

What you will do

• Performs general maintenance and repair work on facilities and equipment.
• Responds to service requests, including but not limited to electrical, furnaces, lighting, HVAC systems, appliances, water heaters, disposals, general plumbing & fixtures, carpentry, painting, roofing, and other required maintenance items.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance to ensure that machines operate smoothly, efficiently, and physical conditions of the buildings do not deteriorate.
• Follows and adheres to an established preventive maintenance program for all heating and ventilation systems and perform the required maintenance including replacement of filters, etc.
• Assists in emergency maintenance as required including sewage back-ups, water main and/or lateral breaks (dig to expose line, repair, and replace soil as needed), fires, other types of water leaks, appliance repairs, etc.).
• Assembles, installs and/or repairs wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment.
• Checks blueprints, repair manuals and parts catalogs.
• Installs, maintains, evaluates, and repairs any components of the facility’s systems.
• Operates plant equipment and building automation systems.
• Maintains equipment such as tools, gauges, snakes, drills, etc., in ready repair. Operates trade related tools and equipment; maintains/assists an accurate inventory of all materials and tools.
• Understands the proper use of equipment and chemicals and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Reads and utilizes blueprints, plans, drawings, and sketches to determine the work to be performed and resources required.
• Maintains a clean and safe workplace and performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures and according to the standards of CGL Facility Maintenance standards, OSHA requirements, and client’s needs.
• Handles hazardous materials in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Ensures that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner. Observes all safety practices and regulations.
• Ensures all maintenance conforms to qualify standards and designated timeliness.
• Completes all required compliance, safety and developmental training as assigned.
• Is available for on call services as needed.
• Trains other technicians with unlike skillset some basics of the trade and provide mentorship, oversight and direction.
• Must put in work orders into the CMMS system per CGL policy.
• This position requires driving for the Company using either 1) a Company vehicle, at any frequency from Rarely to Constantly; or, 2) a Personal or Rental vehicle to conduct Company business more than 50% of the time to perform work duties.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in building repairs and maintenance or in the specific area of assignment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Have general knowledge of the following maintenance trades/skills: electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
• Perform work outside in all weather conditions and perform physical work, as well as to lift weights of up to 50 pounds regularly and above 50 pounds occasionally.
• Willing and able to work occasional on-call shifts.
• Must be a team player, have strong work ethic, positive attitude, and reliable.
• Must be computer proficient.
• Requires a self-motivated, team player who can multitask, and prioritize as well as demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to interact effectively with our clients.

Licenses and Certifications

• DL NUMBER - Driver's License, Valid and in State required.
• EPA 608 Certification preferred.
• Skilled Trade Certification preferred.