Maintenance Technician

Job Overview

The Building Maintenance Technician is responsible for the integral ongoing maintenance and repair of our retail buildings. They are heavily involved in supporting the safe, smooth, and successful day-to-day operations of the store. Duties can vary from day to day and are assigned via a Help Desk platform or at the request of management.

The Building Maintenance Technician needs to have a good knowledge of skills including HVAC, plumbing, drywall installation, electrical, painting, and general building repair. They also will need to be adept at using a variety of hand and electrical tools. Experience in construction, building maintenance, and a degree or certification from a technical school will be beneficial in this role.

Job Responsibilities & Duties

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform and ensure that all work orders are completed in the time allotted.
• Assist with rehabilitation of building within specified turnaround guidelines, including proficiency of specialty projects, i.e. drywall, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspection building.
• Assist managers in daily duties, including correspondence with staff, customers, and vendors.
• Ensure the property is maintained and in acceptable condition including interiors, exteriors, and landscaping.
• Stock and maintain shop area as needed.
• Plans maintenance-related projects and oversee the completion
• Resolves issues and answers questions related to work methods /processes
• Schedules and performs repair tasks, including preventative and general maintenance
• Completes related documentation
• Inspects and maintains tools and equipment to ensure proper working order

• May travel between other AFW locations.
  

• Prepare and submit all required reports and activities in a timely and accurate manner.

• Adhere to policies and procedures.
  

• Knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the ability to use personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Knowledge of blood-borne pathogens (BBP) and the ability to safely clean blood-borne pathogens (BBP).
Various other job duties as asked by supervisor.

Job Requirements

• 2-4 years of previous building maintenance experience preffered.
• Valid drivers license and ability to be insured to drive a company vehicle.
• Previous safety training and/or building maintenance related certifications preferred.
• Effective communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a high-performance, fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to adapt to and work effectively within a constantly changing environment.
Organization and attention to detail

Compensation

Starting at $19.00 per hour and up! - depending on experience and certifications

Pay Grade C: $17.71-$32.89

At AFW we offer great perks: weekly pay, benefits package (medical, dental, vision), 401k matching, and more!

Physical Requirements

• Capacity to maneuver in confined and at times congested areas.
• Capability to stand, walk, stoop, & bend for 8 hours or more daily.
• Lifting, gripping, bending, kneeling, stooping, and moving merchandise 8 hours or more daily.
• Continuous use of arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back.
• Ability to lift, lower, move, carry, push and pull all sizes of merchandise up to 100 lbs. and the skill to handle/manipulate merchandise up to 250 lbs. frequently.
• Able to work in variable environments with different lighting, loud exterior noise, and flooring.
  

Work Environment

• Fluorescent Lighting
• Concrete Flooring
• Climate affected by outside conditions
• Considerable exterior noise
• Extreme temperature fluctuations in the warehouse

American Furniture Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at American Furniture Warehouse – an Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.

A pre-employment drug screen, background and fit for duty exam check must be passed upon job offer.

Since 1975, our motto has been Under Promise and Over Deliver and this is exactly what we do on a daily basis! At AFW, we strongly believe in recognizing those who exemplify excellence, and reward them for contributing to our collective success. We strive to provide a great work environment for our employees and give them the knowledge and tools needed to provide our customers with an even greater buying experience. At American Furniture Warehouse We Do It Right the First Time!