Facilities Tech I in Omaha, Nebraska at Omaha Performing Arts Society

Position Summary:

The Facilities Technician is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the facilities. Must uphold O-pa Core Values of Collaboration, Inclusion, Trust, and Integrity.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains a preventative maintenance program within the confines of an annual budget. This includes heating, air conditioning, as well as maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment.
• Operates within the annual budget regarding expenses for supplies, electricity, gas, water and sewer.
• Plans repair, facility and remodeling projects accordingly and within budget.
• Adjusts controls and valves on equipment to provide power and regulate and set operations of building systems.
• Maintains up to date records for all state, federal and insurance semi-annual and annual inspections.
• Assists and supervises the work of contractors and vendors.
• Works closely with other O-pa employees to ensure there are adequate supplies and inventory available or all day-to-day maintenance and operations functions.
• Maintains public and non-public areas during performances, as needed.
• Performs multi-craft functions including locksmith, custodial, carpentry, plumbing, general repairs, painting.
• Assist with set and up and strikes of events resources, including chairs, tables, staging and facilities equipment, while helping other departments completing similar work.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of all equipment.
• Performs quality inspections on building and building systems daily.
• Prepares and maintains logs and records on all building systems, HVAC, and maintenance activities.
• Works with the Facilities team to facilitate a teamwork approach, combining expertise of other Facilities Technicians for successful project completion.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience and Qualifications:

• Familiar with mechanical and electrical systems such as HVAC, Fire & Life/Safety, EMS, CTV and access systems.
• Ability to repair mechanical and electrical systems.
• Requires ability to use hand tools and power tools common to the skills listed.
• Self-starter with the knowledge of complete tasks effectively and economically.
• Must be punctual and dependable.
• Ability to foster a cooperative working environment.
• Requires evening and weekend availability
• Required to use good judgment when performing and planning tasks.
• On call 24/7 for emergencies (Full-time employees only.)
• Experience using Microsoft Office Products.
• Venue and/or hospitality experience preferred.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalency (GED).

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, Certifications:

• Building EMS.
• Life/safety systems.
• Basic knowledge of applicable codes and laws including general safety, lock-out/tag-out, MSDS.
• Maintenance certification preferred, but not required.
• Stays abreast of changes in laws and efficiency standards.

Physical Demands:

• Include, but are not limited to lifting up to fifty (50) pounds, working in outdoor, seasonal elements for up to two (2) hours at a time and standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Stooping, bending and working on knees.
• Will work with others or alone in confined and remote spaces.

Equipment/Machinery Used:

• Personal computer.
• Floor cleaning and polishing equipment.
• Snow removal and sweeping equipment.
• Power tools.