Cambridge, MA, United States of America
1 day ago
Building Maintenance Technician (Carpentry)

Job Title

Building Maintenance Technician (Carpentry)

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Functions:

Create corrective work orders in CMMS to document all required repairs needed on a given piece of equipment or in the building.Receive work assignments, plan and/or generate work to be performed and obtain necessary tools, equipment, and materials. Complete assignments and paperwork in a timely manner.Oversee and/or assist more senior staff in repairs.Take responsibility to maintain the cleanliness of all back of house areas, this includes cleaning, painting, and any other task to maintain the area.Patch and paint walls - Familiar with surface preparation and painting drywall, wood, and metal surfacesInstall and maintain door closers, locksets and passage sets.Perform minor plumbing repairs.Replace damaged, stained, or missing ceiling tiles.Install bulletin boards and writing boards.Perform preventive maintenance on facility equipment (filter changes, belt replacements, water treatment, etc.).General Preventive Maintenance rounds / inspections for Emergency generators, Air compressors, sprinkler piping systems, roofsPerform other related duties as assigned, assisting other tradesmen and emergency repairs.Assist in the monitoring of contractors, opening doors and assisting when possible.Provide proper care to the assigned equipment, tools, and uniforms. Keep the shop, penthouse equipment rooms and common areas clean, organized, and safe. Accurately complete tenant requests, repair work and related records for the respective site/buildings as required.Regularly inspect all areas of the site/building(s) and report deficiencies as well as suggestions for improvements and take initiative to correct as appropriate.Employ service procedures and techniques in accordance with established procedures.Maintain logs on daily activities and events as required.Effectively communicate to the appropriate party/parties the status and activity of building operations and conditions and promptly report any potential or existing problems.Available for various shifts, to fill in for other staff, and to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays to ensure adequate building coverage and perform necessary repairs as needed. Respond to afterhours emergencies such as fire, flooding, severe weather, power outage and other related situations including clean-up activities per on-call procedures or as requested in critical situations.Promote, establish, and maintain positive relations with tenants via proactive communication, routine follow-up and a high level of customer service.Performs other duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Functions:

Assist in the monitoring and implementation of OSHA requirements.May procure vendor/contract prices for mechanical parts, equipment and tools.

Requirements and Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent educational certification preferred.A minimum of 1-3 years in a commercial office environment.Willing to attend schooling to gain knowledge and advance throughout the organization.Ability to work independently with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment and deal effectively with multiple, simultaneous deadlines and projects. Ability to organize and coordinate work efficiently, set priorities and optimize the performance of others.Strong technical and problem-solving abilities including those related to mechanical controls and Building Automation Systems.Intermediate skills necessary to operate computer for general day to day work and communications.Ability to effectively communicate in writing as needed.Demonstrate exemplary tenant relation skills. Project a positive appearance and attitude always.Possess knowledge of safe and efficient operation of all equipment, power, and hand tools.Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record when required.

Physical Requirements:

•Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, and use arms to perform tasks as well as push and pull objects and grasp with hands.

•Regular use of various machinery and tools, including but not limited to, a snow blower.

•Regularly required to talk and hear and occasionally required to smell.

•Frequently required to sit, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, balance, climb stairs and ladders, work at heights and in environments with temperature ranges both while working outside and inside.

•Occasionally required to work around vibration or noise as well as dust.

•Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 75 lbs.

•Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.

•Involves movement between departments, buildings, and floors to facilitate work.

•May require the ability to operate a vehicle (i.e. truck, van, utility cart, etc.) or small tractor

Qualification Requirements: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function in a satisfactory manner.  The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.







C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative​ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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