Facilities & Ground Technician

TK Elevator GmbH; Middleton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading elevator solutions provider is looking for a Maintenance Technician to ensure the upkeep of their facilities. Responsibilities include coordinating landscaping and janitorial tasks, performing electrical and plumbing repairs, and managing contractors. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 4-5 years of maintenance experience in an industrial setting. The position offers medical coverage, a retirement savings plan, and generous leave policies, including paid vacation and parental leave.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match

15 days of vacation per year

Qualifications

• 4 or 5 years working experience in a maintenance position in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Proficient written and oral communication skills essential for the role.
• Possess a basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain facility landscaping and janitorial tasks.
• Perform advance carpentry and painting as needed.
• Solve plumbing and electrical problems effectively.

Skills

Communication skills

Mechanical experience

Organizational skills

Initiative

Education

High School or Technical School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

What We Expect

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• LANDSCAPING AND JANITORIAL – Responsible for coordinating and maintaining facility, grass, trees, bushes and other plant life in addition to maintaining the exterior aesthetics of the building. Will also be responsible for clearing debris such as branches or litter. Oversee the Cleaning and ordering the janitorial supplies for both the Middleton and Walnut facilities as needed. Restocking consumables and removing refuge. Assist with leading monthly safety audits as needed.
• CARPENTRY AND PAINTING – May perform advance carpentry work. Will perform repairs to walls, doors, trim and windows. Will be responsible for painting, fabricating and maintaining metal, ladders and catwalks as required.
• PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL – Will be required to solve electrical problems such as faulty light switches, dead light bulbs and wall sockets. Will also make sure that electrical systems are operating safely and efficiently. Will be responsible for repairing plumbing problems such as leaky faucets and malfunctioning washing equipment. Will also be responsible for repairing lights in office spaces.
• CONTRACTING AND SUB-CONTRACTING LIASION – Depending on the situation, may act as company liaison with contractors / sub-contractors performing work in and around the facility. Will also assist Fire Protection System contractors as needed / required.
• HVAC SYSTEM – Provide routine maintenance / light repair as needed (changing filters, etc.) as needed. Assist HVAC contractors in resolving heating, ventilation, and air conditioning issues.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School and/or Technical School diploma required.
• 4 or 5 years working experience in maintenance position in a manufacturing/industrial environment or equivalent.
• Proficient written and oral communication skills essential for the role.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and internet search engines.
• Ability to take initiative and anticipate needs, work independently with minimal guidance.
• General mechanical experience maintaining equipment.
• General organizational and time management skills.
• Possess a basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Possess a basic knowledge of the manufacturing processes.
• Possess the ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings and/or weekends.

What we offer

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Supplemental medical plans
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D
• Optional life and AD&D coverage
• Optional spouse and dependent life insurance
• Identity theft monitoring
• Pet insurance
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: Employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre-tax or Roth basis. The company provides a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% contributed.

Additional benefits include

• 15 days of vacation per year
• 11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating)
• Paid sick leave, per company policy
• Up to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full-time employment)