Facilities Technician

The Facilities Manager/Technician is responsible for the repairs and maintenance of all facilities within a geographical region, acting as the contact for emergency situations that affect the campus’s ability to open for business. Additionally, the Facilities Manager/Technician will assess and consider daily
1) the safety of our employees,
2) the security of our assets and
3) the service to our members. This position will coordinate/assist outside contractors or vendors for various services. The Facilities Manager/Technician will answer directly to Campus Administrators and then to Director of Facilities and their staff.

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred
• 2+ years’ experience in project management, certificate in trade school or equivalent work experience related to project management, vendor management, facilities and/or maintenance preferred
• Maintain a valid Texas driver’s license at all times throughout employment

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• Acts as the primary contact for all personnel for any building issues (climate control, odors, smoke, spills, damage, emergencies and repairs)
• Monitors contractor performance and works closely with outside vendors and contractors to ensure work is completed according to specifications, including janitorial services
• May act as the project coordinator for all size projects including large‑scale repair and new facility construction projects
• Assists with maintaining building security and immediately responds to building emergencies on a 24‑hour basis
• Assists the Facilities Director in preparing the annual maintenance budget
• Solicits bids and quotes from vendors
• Monitors and replaces light bulbs in all assigned facilities, as needed
• Performs minor plumbing repairs, as necessary. Determines when a plumber is required
• Coordinates and assists with departmental and employee moves, including event set‑up and tear‑down
• Performs basic electrical work and determines when an electrician is required
• Dismantles and installs furniture
• Transports goods or equipment as assigned
• Performs immediate cleaning duties necessary to maintain a clean facility; assists Custodial Crew when needed to benefit the campus
• Performs other maintenance duties as assigned by the Facilities Director
• Manages incoming and outgoing shipments, including preparation of outgoing packages, return shipments and receipt of related deliveries (supplies, purchases, and equipment). Includes handling large or heavy parcels where necessary
• All other duties as assigned to fit Campus or District needs

• Basic understanding of how buildings and their systems work
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to prioritize and manage multi‑functional tasks
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, and against strict time constraints
• Ability to use standard powered and non‑powered tools
• Must be able to travel to various work‑site locations on demand
• Must be able to deal with high‑stress, fast‑pace work environment

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor to complete day‑to‑day tasks
• Will be working with a diverse population, requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service

• Employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of IL Texas and is appropriate for their position

Perform other duties as necessary or requested by the Administration or…