Facilities Technician

$20-$30/ hourly depending on experience.

Position Purpose:

• Under the direction of the Facilities Supervisor, the Facilities Technician oversees, executes, and is responsible for the care and maintenance of the facilities of the Inns of Aurora properties.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

• Evaluate and execute work assignment through proper use of tools, equipment and chemical application
• Perform and assist in repairs, service, and preventative maintenance across a wide variety of operations. May involve HVAC, kitchen equipment including refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and other trades
• Verify that equipment is in safe and proper operating condition
• Assist outside vendors when necessary to ensure timely service and repairs
• Perform manual repairs when necessary (fix locks, replace windows, etc)
• Assist all members within facilities and grounds department in areas of carpentry, painting, building repairs and moving.
• Assist in snow removal operations
• Perform other duties, as assigned
• Maintain regular attendance

Requirements

• Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods
• Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic and other systems
• Basic knowledge of plumbing systems including copper, iron, pvc, and cpvc
• Basic understanding of kitchen equipment operation including ovens, stoves, dish machines, refrigeration, and ventilation
• General electrical (all phase) including wiring and motors
• General plumbing including copper, iron, pvc, and cpv
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools and other assigned equipment
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting with internal staff as well as outside vendors
• Working knowledge of safe work practices, methods and procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• A friendly and professional work ethic and demeanor
• Previous customer service experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and general computer literacy
• Flexibility in scheduling, including night and weekend availability

PREFERENCES

• Three years of general maintenance experience

• Graduation from standard high school or G.E.D. equivalent

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Proven record of observing legal and defensive driving practices, as verified by the NYS Lens Program

Benefits

We are proud to offer outstanding benefits to all of our employees.

Full-time employees, those working 30 hours per week or more on average, are offered competitive medical and dental benefits, as well as generous paid time off packages.

Full-time and part-time employees are eligible to participate in our 401K program and supplementary benefits.

We are particularly proud to offer all of our employees a highly competitive employee discount at all of our lodging and dining properties.