Facilities Maintenance Technician I

As a Facilities Maintenance Tech I you will perform a variety of manual labor and semi-skilled tasks using power and hand tools power washing equipment and other tools to complete assigned tasks. Work is on commercial transit building components bus stops shelters and park-and-ride properties. You will perform maintenance repairs and assembly cleaning and janitorial duties and grounds maintenance. Work is often physical in nature performed primarily outdoors and often next to high-volume high-speed traffic that may require standing for extended periods of time. May also work at elevated heights.

1. Safely perform physical labor and routine maintenance tasks as assigned including but not limited to:

• • Painting
  • Groundskeeping
  • Graffiti trash and litter removal
  • Carpentry
  • Furniture assembly and set-up
  • Office moves and relocations
  • Lighting and electrical service
  • Minor plumbing repairs
  • Proactive and preventative equipment maintenance
  • Bus stop and shelter maintenance assembly and repairs
  • Construction

1. Manage and maintain work order information in CMMS software through accurate data entry.
   
2. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

• 2 years of trade school or recent experience (within the past 7 years) performing a variety of semi-skilled maintenance.
• Must possess a valid Washington State drivers license with a good driving record (based on a 5-year driving records report.)
• Must be available to work overtime and respond to emergencies as needed.

An equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the job duties is also accepted.

• Proper safety precautions and use of safety equipment

• Fostering an inclusive workplace by valuing and leveraging diversity equity and inclusion to uphold Community Transits Core Values and achieve the organizations vision and mission. Inspiring and fostering team commitment pride and trust. Facilitating cooperation and motivating team members to accomplish group goals while treating others with courtesy sensitivity and respect.
• Reading and understanding basic diagrams directions maps elementary blueprints and other instructional/directive materials.
• Basic computer skills for data entry of work orders and e-mail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Interpersonal skills and working with a diverse population.
• Basic computer functions and using and learning software programs.
• Safely operate various equipment power tools and light and medium vehicles.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to ensure comprehension of instructions safety guidelines and other critical content as well as to document procedures and share information.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees at all levels within the company and the public that Community Transit serves. Actively promoting and maintaining professional and respectful interactions within the CT team and with external customers.

• General facilities maintenance and repairs.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions on lifts and ladders and in shops with high noise levels oil grease and other chemicals. You must also be able to work in various traffic situations. You will need to operate maintenance tools and equipment and standard office equipment and keyboards. You will be required to move throughout and between different Maintenance shop buildings. Work requires you to stand stoop bend kneel climb ladders work at heights above 30 feet and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Lifting more than 50 pounds frequently and up to 75 pounds occasionally is required.

Application and Selection Process:

1. Only on-line applications will be accepted and must include a resume completed application with job history listed and supplemental questions answered.Incomplete application packets will not be considered.
   
   
2. Applicants for this job may be considered for other openings up to six months after the date this position closes.
   
   
3. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements may be scheduled for an interview as well as a variety of tests to demonstrate knowledge and skills for the position. The evaluation process may include interviews background checks reference checks and various performance tests.

Employee Benefits:
Employees (and their families) are covered by medical dental vision basic life and disability insurance. Employees participate in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and have the option to enroll in the agencys deferred compensation addition to WA Paid Sick Leave employees in this position accrue nineteen (19) days of Paid Time Off (152 hours) in their first year and receive ten (10) paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Full list of all benefits and details can be found here.

If you have a family member or share the same living quarters of a current Community Transit employee please let your Human Resources Recruiter know as your eligibility for this position will be affected.

Community Transit provides a tobacco-free and drug-free work environment. As a recipient of federal funds Community Transit is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on an basis prohibited by Federal State or Local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race color religion national origin sex protected veteran status or disability.