Facilities Technician

Facilities Technician responsible for maintenance, repairs, and custodial tasks in a building, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general upkeep, with a focus on safety and record-keeping.

Location: Kingston, Jamaica

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and perform standard repairs to building electrical facilities and systems.
• Monitor performance of heating, ventilation, and cooling systems; perform repairs and maintenance.
• Maintain plumbing systems, including repairs and modifications.
• Perform carpentry tasks such as drywall installation, window replacement, and painting.
• Assist in maintaining water treatment and storage systems.
• Perform general maintenance, custodial, and trash removal tasks.
• Repair kitchen equipment.
• Ensure proper care of equipment and supplies, promote safety and environmental practices.
• Document maintenance requirements and maintain records.
• Maintain tools, storage areas, flowers, gardens, and carpets.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience related to the duties and responsibilities.
• Completed diploma from an accredited institution.
• Specialize skill trade in at least one area (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, painting, drywall, carpentry).
• Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based environment.
• Record maintenance skills.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions and procedures.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
• Ability to repair and maintain appliances and heating and cooling equipment.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Knowledge of one or more building trades.
• Able to plan and prioritize jobs working with a Preventative maintenance program.