Facilities Maintenance Technician

OUC - The Reliable One, an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida committed to serving the community and the environment, is presently seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to join the Financial & Support Services division.

We are looking for a knowledgeable, self- starter to perform preventative and maintenance repairs for OUC facilities and properties including, but not limited to, painting, drywall and wallpaper repair, door lock systems, plumbing and irrigation repair, minor electrical repairs, knowledge of HVAC systems, alarm systems, elevator operation, and landscaping.

OUC's mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable and reliable services and solutions. Click here to learn more about what we do.

The ideal candidate will have:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must possess a Florida Class A Commercial Driver's License or be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire
• Minimum of three (3) years of facilities maintenance experience
• Valid Driver's License

OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:

• Competitive compensation
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.
• OUC's Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account
• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities
• Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities
• Access to family-oriented recreational areas
• Paid Conference and Training Opportunities

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Salary Range: Starting at $27.684 per hour (Estimated $57,582 annually) with a structured step progression system and performance-based pay increases every 6 months up to $37.365 (Estimated $77,719 annually)

Location: 6003 Pershing Ave, Orlando, FL 32822

Please see below a complete job description for this position.

Job Purpose:

Perform routine preventative and maintenance repairs for OUC facilities and properties including, but not limited to, painting, drywall and wallpaper repair, door lock systems, plumbing and irrigation repair, electrical repairs, plumbing, knowledge of HVAC systems, fire alarm systems, elevator operation, minor carpentry and landscaping.

Primary Functions:

• Perform preventative maintenance activities.
• Oversee contractors on site.
• Perform routine general building repairs including:
  • Electrical
  • Carpentry
  • Plumbing
  • Painting
  • Caulking
  • All types of door repairs (hanging or modifying)
  • Drywall repair
  • Fence and gate repair
  • Wallpaper repair
  • Furniture moving
  • Irrigation repairs
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Technical Requirements:

• Knowledge of all facets of building/facility maintenance
• Electrical or skilled carpentry knowledge may be preferred depending on the area of assignment
• Strong problem solving, time management, and communication skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to:
  • Interact with customers and co-workers effectively and provide a high level of customer service and satisfaction.
  • Carry out written and verbal instructions.
  • Learn and comply with OUC Safety practices and procedures.
  • Learn buildings' alarm systems and elevator operation.
  • Multitask and adjust to changing priorities of tasks.
  • Take initiative to complete assigned tasks.
  • Make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals, and compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
  • Use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and standard office equipment (telephone, computer, copier, etc.).
  • Work well with team members and all levels of supervision.
  • Utilize tools and equipment safely and effectively.

Education/ Certification/Years of Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must possess a Florida Class A Commercial Driver's License or be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire
• Minimum of three (3) years of facilities maintenance experience
• Valid Driver's License

Working Conditions:

This job requires willingness to work extended hours when required including nights, weekends, and holidays. This job occasionally requires working in confined areas, heights, and/or around excessive noise. This job rarely may be subject to working in extreme weather, and/or around noxious fumes, chemicals, and insects.

Physical Requirements:

This job includes very frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending/stooping, climbing, speaking & hearing (English). This job involves very frequent lifting of 0-20 lbs., frequent lifting of 21-40 lbs., occasional lifting of 50+ lbs. This job involves frequent pushing, pulling, and/or digging, reaching overhead, kneeling/crawling, detailed inspection/reading/editing, and writing. This job requires regular use of company vehicles.

OUC-The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management polices to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state and local civil rights laws, rues, and regulations.

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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. This organization does not offer or sponsor employment visas for internship or full-time positions.