Facilities Technician
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Facilities Technician

Avison Young

Location: Austin,TX, USA

Date: 2024-11-15T20:41:44Z

Job Description:

Our Story:

Avison Young is a global commercial real estate brokerage and advisory firm, offering transaction, management, financial and consulting services. Weve designed our corporate structure to best serve our clients by enhancing collaboration across our organization.

At Avison Young, we are committed to providing a comprehensive suite of commercial real estate services to our clients while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture for our employees. Our collaborative approach and emphasis on personal and professional growth create an environment where individuals can thrive. Real estate can have a significant positive impact on peoples lives and were in the business of making spaces and places work better for people. Our purpose is to create real economic, social and environmental value as a global real estate advisor, powered by people.

If you're looking for career opportunities where you can excel and contribute to a strong company culture, we want to hear from you. Join our highly motivated team and take pride in your work as we create a better future together.

Overview:

Performs skilled maintenance and repair of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and other physical structures. Maintains, troubleshoots and repairs facilities mechanical components and electrical systems in accordance with SOPs (standard operating procedures), internal requirements, manufacturer's specifications and safety policies at various commercial buildings. Develops, maintains and secures a spare parts inventory. Recommends purchase of maintenance tools, equipment and supplies as required. Assists Facilities department in developing methods and procedures to improve facility efficiency and work flow. Oversee and review the work of lower-level Property Service Technicians. The work locations is: 811 Paloma Dr. Round Rock, TX 78665.

Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for performing physical tasks of simple to moderate complexity, associated with building and grounds maintenance and repairs, to include:
    • Performing tasks of basic complexity relating to minor renovations, office furniture relocations, and facility painting in a safe and accurate manner
    • Basic preventive maintenance and repairs of building mechanical systems i.e.; HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry etc
    • Work with vendors & contractors to ensure their wrk meets quality and safety requirements
    • Snow / ice removal and surface treatment to assure safe conditions in parking lots and walkways,
    • Oversee landscaping to include grass and shrub cutting, general clean up, weed control.
    • Oversee interior building cleaning, to include restrooms, office areas, pantrys and cafeterias, hard and carpeted surfaces and removal of trash.
  • Responsible for mandatory site (interior / exterior) inspections to assure equipment operation and safety are maintained to include:
    • Parking lots and walking surfaces are free of trip / fall hazards. Exterior lighting is functional, and areas are free from debris. Outside roll off receptacles are being maintained and picked up.
    • Interior areas are free from fall / trip hazards.
    • Restrooms equipment is all functional, cleaning is maintained to standards and supplies are stocked.
    • Pantries and cafeteria equipment are all functional, cleaning is maintained to standards and supplies are stocked.
    • Interior lighting is fully operational.
    • Interior area cleaning is being maintained to standards, floor care, dusting etc.
    • Generate work tickets and alert Facility Manager of any issues in list above.
  • Responsible for mandatory site (interior / exterior) regulatory inspections to assure equipment operation and safety are maintained to include:
    • Fire Extinguisher inspections.
    • Emergency exit light inspections.
    • Emergency light inspections.
    • Fuel tank inspections.
  • Responsible for completing all assigned preventive maintenance work
  • Participates in all building functions and emergencies as required
  • Participates in special projects and performs other duties as required.
  • Assure safety standards are used which comply with all company, local, state and federal guidelines.
  • Responsible for generating, updating and closing work request tickets, and alerting Facilities Manager, for any issues observed during daily building inspections.
Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma.
  • Trade school or certifications preferred.
  • Five plus years of experience in building facilities or general trades.
  • Ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively.
  • Ability to use hand tools, power tools and electrically powered equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
  • Ability to move and lift furniture and equipment and work on ladders. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, rotating shifts / days, overtime and travel between various locations.
  • Clean, valid Drivers License
  • Able to be on-call during non-working hours on a monthly rotating basis.
  • Basic computer literacy
Workplace Type: On-Site Our Equal Opportunity Commitment:

Our Equal Opportunity Commitment

Avison Young is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity within our workforce. Our non-discrimination policy ensures that all individuals are treated equally, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. We believe in fostering a positive and inclusive work environment that values accessibility and fair recruitment practices for all employees. We hope you will join us in committing to create a workplace that is fair, equitable, and welcoming to all.

Benefits offered to full time W2 employees:

  • Traditional and Roth 401k with generous employer match and immediate vesting
  • 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after one year of tenure
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Critical Illness and Accident Coverage
  • Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter & Transit Pre-Tax Benefits
  • Wellness program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work-Life Balance:

  • Competitive paid vacation days
  • 2 personal/wellness days
  • Paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
  • Annual volunteer day for Day of Giving
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