Facility Maintenance Technician

This is semi-skilled work involving the responsibility for the care and maintenance of the facilities and serving as a courier to transport materials to and from the various facilities. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Responsible for the maintenance and repair of the buildings, to include but not limited to: making minor repairs to the electrical, plumbing and heating equipment of the buildings, installing locks, performing minor carpentry tasks, replacing light bulbs, installing switches, replacing fuses, replacing washers, and faucets, freeing clogged drains, repairing broken windows, etc. Maintain grounds around Authority facilities keeping them clear of trash and weeds. Perform cleaning duties when necessary. Transport materials and supplies to and from all facilities on a scheduled basis. Monitor and report any condition/situation which may be hazardous to staff and/ or clients, or which may cause building deterioration or defacing of physical appearance of facility in general. Perform related work as assigned by the supervisor. REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of the maintenance and minor repairs of heating and cooling, plumbing, electrical and electrical fixtures. Some knowledge of carpentry. Skill in the use of hand tools. Ability to detect common causes of trouble in electrical, plumbing, and heating equipment. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Sufficient physical strength to perform a variety of manual tasks. Ability to drive an automobile and keep it in good working order. QUALIFICATIONS: Some experience in routine building maintenance tasks Must be bondable Must maintain current CPI and Red Cross First Aid/CPR certifications. Must hold and maintain a valid driver's license and maintain a driving record that is acceptable to Carastar's insurance carrier. Must maintain at least liability insurance coverage on personal vehicle.