Facilities Operations Specialist

Facilities Operations Specialist New Orleans LA Starting Pay: $35/hour

Under minimal supervision performs general and non-routine building and equipment maintenance including installing adjusting servicing and repairing equipment fixtures and devices. Builds and repairs wooden and metal fixtures (shelving carts counters cabinets) and supports installation of walls shelving lighting fixtures and workstation systems.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain building mechanical and electrical systems including chillers pumps cooling towers air-handling units and related components
Operate automated control systems for environmental controls and assist with troubleshooting alarms and system issues
Perform HVAC inspections preventive maintenance and repairs/adjustments to maintain appropriate temperature and humidity
Install adjust and repair mechanical hydraulic and basic electrical equipment including security/surveillance and other electronic equipment
Install and maintain office furniture including modular systems furniture and workstations
Perform basic plumbing tasks and replace bulbs/fixtures as needed
Patch and paint surfaces; install/finish drywall and ceiling tile; and install floor coverings (carpet tile vinyl rubber tile)
Follow safety standards complete emergency shutdown procedures when required cross-train teammates and perform other duties as assigned; may drive a company vehicle as needed

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree or 2 years equivalent experience preferred
Less than two years of related facilities/building/equipment maintenance experience
Basic electrical and basic mechanical skills; able to use hand and power tools safely

Essential Functions

Must be able to occasionally move about inside and outside the facility to access equipment rooms mechanical spaces offices and work areas
Must be able to position self in tight/awkward spaces and occasionally ascend/descend ladders to inspect or repair equipment
Frequently uses hands to operate tools/equipment for installation troubleshooting and repair
Must be able to move transport position and install tools parts and materials
Must be able to exchange accurate information verbally and in writing

Work Environment

Primarily indoor work with occasional outdoor work; exposure to tools cleaning solvents loud equipment and hot/cold temperatures; may share workspaces with others

Schedule

MondayFriday 8:00am5:30pm
Overtime available as needed

Benefits

Healthcare access

Referral Program

To the extent permitted by law passing consumer (drug screening and/or background check) report inquiries may be necessary for employment purposes.

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