Facilities Maintenance Technician

Houston, TX

Full Time

DePelchin Family Services

Experienced

Position:              Facilities Maintenance Technician I
Classification:                   Full-time, Non-exempt
Reports to: Manager, Facilities and Plant Management
Company:        DePelchin Family Services
Location: Houston, TX

Position Summary:

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining DePelchin's buildings, grounds, equipment, and facility systems to ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment for employees, clients, volunteers, and visitors. This position performs preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, and general facility upkeep while supporting the efficient operation of organizational facilities. The Facilities Maintenance Technician helps maintain a positive and professional appearance of DePelchin's properties through timely completion of work orders, adherence to safety standards, and delivery of high-quality maintenance services.

Primary Responsibilities:

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on buildings, grounds, equipment, and vehicles to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation.
Complete assigned work orders accurately, safely and within in a timely manner.
Perform electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting as needed.
Carry a company issued cell phone (or other communication device) and respond promptly to work-related calls, messages, and maintenance requests.
Maintain on-call availability to oversee and coordinate responses to facility emergencies, including after-hours, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
Maintain scheduled preventive maintenance on buildings, grounds, equipment, and vehicles in accordance with established maintenance schedules, safety standards, and manufacturer recommendations.
Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly facility inspections as assigned.
Order maintenance supplies, parts, and materials as needed, and maintain an accurate inventory of frequently used tools, equipment, and maintenance supplies to support efficient facility operations.
Assist with special projects, remodeling, renovations, and coordinate with Facility Manager.
Inspect and maintain building mechanical systems, including HVAC system, fire sprinkler systems, pumps, gauges, fire alarm systems, zoning; elevators, lawn irrigation systems, exhaust fans, belts and motors, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation.
Coordinate service calls with vendors and contractors, monitor work progress, and verify the timely completion and satisfaction of services.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform preventive and corrective repairs on facility equipment and building systems to ensure safe and reliable operation.
Complete special projects assigned by the Facilities Manager within established timelines while meeting quality and safety standards.
Perform custodial duties, including routine cleaning, room setups, furniture moves, and event support to maintain safe, clean, and functional facilities.
Perform deliveries and pickups of supplies, equipment, furniture, materials, and documents both on and off organizational property, operating agency vehicles safely and in accordance with organizational policies and applicable traffic laws.

Required Qualifications:

High School or equivalent (GED).
Minimum three (3) years’ experience in basic maintenance, facilities maintenance, or related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of Facility Safety and Maintenance practices.
Knowledge of building maintenance, repair, and preventive maintenance practices.
Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and general mechanical systems.
Knowledge of hand and power tools, equipment, and safe operating procedures.
Basic knowledge of computer applications, work order management systems, and mobile communication devices.
Skilled in operating agency vehicles and material handling equipment safely.
Adept at staying organized while executing multiple projects.
Ability to interact with professionals and staff from a variety of disciplines with a service orientation.
Ability to read and interpret work orders, equipment manuals, technical drawings, and safety instructions.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and around noise, dust, and other maintenance-related environments.
Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and stand or walk for extended periods.

Work Conditions:

Environment: Indoors and Outdoors
Range of Schedule: Mon – Fri, 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Unpleasant or Hazardous – May require working in extremely hot or cold conditions, climbing, and working from heights and with and around machinery producing high decibel noise levels.
Travel: Frequent – May be required to travel between multiple facility locations. This position will drive DePelchin vehicles on agency business. Valid Texas Driver License required.

DePelchin is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace.

DePelchin is committed to selecting and employing the best and most qualified person available for each job opening without unlawful discrimination of any kind. Additionally, DePelchin is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), marital or parental status, veteran status, religion, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, or political affiliation.

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