Are you looking for a different kind of office? A totally different work environment? Something more vibrant? The Grand Rapids Downtown Market offers just that!
Located in the heart of Grand Rapids, the Downtown Market is an innovative combination of Market Hall food merchants, world-class corporate and wedding venue spaces, year round free public events, and the entrepreneurial support of our rentable Incubator Kitchen that helps small food businesses turn their recipe into reality.
We are in search of a Facilities Maintenance Technician to join our amazing team. In this role you’ll be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and preventative maintenance of the Grand Rapids Downtown Market facilities and property. This role requires day to day observation and action (proactive and reactive) to maintain both the cosmetic appearance and the structural life and integrity of the Downtown Market, including the safety of its staff, tenants, and visitors.
Downtown Market Core Values
We hold ourselves accountable to our core values in everything we do: - Integrity
- Collaboration
- Resourcefulness
- Respect
- Proactiveness
- Fun
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the position will consist of, but are not limited to, the following: - Assist in the oversight of all building systems including mechanical, electrical, fire/life safety, plumbing, and waste management.
- Perform general maintenance includes but is not limited to changing light bulbs, painting, caulking, drywall repairs, exterior property including mowing and occasional snow removal, etc.
- Maintenance and repair of the structural facility (interior, common areas, loading dock, kitchens, greenhouse, bathrooms, offices, parking lot, security systems, exterior grounds, etc.), including but not limited to fixtures, furnishings, equipment, operating systems, landscaping.
- Ensure compliance with all local zoning laws, codes, ordinances, rules and regulations for construction, electrical, fire safety, health/sanitation, signage, accessibility, LEED certification
- Perform all preventative and seasonal maintenance of the facility
- Develop, document, implement, and manage inventory control systems for supplies, tools, parts, and equipment
- Assist with tenant’s build-outs and tenant facility/maintenance issues when directed
- Maintains all HVAC systems and associated equipment
- Monitors the building automation systems making proactive/preventative repairs
- Monitoring systems alarms and responding to on-site emergencies such as fire alarms, HVAC system alarms, security alarms, or other alarms including after hours, weekend, and holiday emergencies
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications - High School diploma or equivalent; Associates Degree preferred
- 5+ years experience in facilities/operations management and maintenance
- Comprehensive knowledge of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, and hydraulic systems, or other field/trade relevant to the facility required
- Proficiency with Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Calendars, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Meet/Zoom and Forms) internet tools, Mac OS and other technologies
- Knowledge of programmable logic controllers and other technologies
- Experience working in a complex, multi-use facility is strongly preferred
- Certificate in HVAC, building maintenance technology, or relevant field is preferred
- Familiarity with building management software preferred
Capacity to Succeed Mental Capacity (Skills) - Knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems
- Knowledge of building automation controls and lighting controls
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local construction, safety, fire, health, accessibility, and sanitation codes and ordinances
- Knowledge of computer hardware and software and other technologies
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering, architectural, and mechanical drawings
- Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
- Ability to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to manage a project from beginning to end
- Ability to take direction then work independently
- Able to assess, troubleshoot, and problem solve
Emotional Capacity - Displays a good-natured, cooperative attitude
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic and often fast-paced environment
- Willing to take on responsibilities and challenges
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and troubleshoot with quick decisions and is solution focused; seeks out information, methods, and/or processes to learn and resolve issues
- Flexible to routinely adapt to shifts in priorities and urgencies without frustration
- Motivated by accountability
- Self sufficient to work independently
Physical Capacity - While performing the duties of this job, team members are regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach, squat, and bend to precisely manipulate hand, power, and vibratory tools and equipment
- Team members must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds with or without mechanical or other assistance
- Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time
- Ability to tolerate exposure to commercial cleaning products, fertilizers and other commonly used custodial and horticultural compounds
- Ability to tolerate exposure to possibly extreme hot and cold outdoor temperatures
- Ability to work with arms extended at or above shoulder height for prolonged periods of time in order to prune trees, tall shrubs, and perform other maintenance tasks
- Sufficient mobility in wrists, elbows and shoulders to rotate joints several times per day while using tools and equipment.
- Ability to safely climb ladders and maintain roof structures
- Ability to wear any and all required protective clothing and equipment
- Must have sufficient mobility to access all indoor and outdoor areas of the market
Time Capacity - Excellent time management skills
- Skilled at project planning and management
- Ability to work on simultaneous projects with tight and varied deadlines
- Ability to manage a project from beginning to end
- Ability to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work
Work Environment - We are a mission-driven organization making a positive impact in the community
- The Facilities Maintenance Technician works in both inside and outside areas of the market, where the noise level and temperature may change
- Team members may be exposed to inclement weather; pollen, mold, dust, dirt, grease, and other airborne contaminants; and temperature variations
Not only is the Grand Rapids Downtown Market a great place to work, but the team is a hardworking, fun loving group of people that go the extra mile in all they do. We offer a very robust benefits package including insurances such as medical, dental, vision, along with life, long term and short term disability. We also provide a generous PTO and Holiday schedule that helps you balance work with your life. Our 401k retirement savings plan includes a company match to help you build your nest egg for later in life.
All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactorily passing a background check.
The Grand Rapid Downtown Market is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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