Jobs
>
Maintenance Technician
>
New Orleans

    Maintenance Technician - New Orleans, United States - Dillard University

    Default job background
    Description

    Job Description

    Job Description

    Position Overview:

    The General Maintenance Technician performs general maintenance and repair of equipment and buildings requiring practical skill and knowledge in such trades as painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and electrical work.

    Essential Duties and Functions:

    • Assists in processing and responding to maintenance requests for assigned buildings in a timely manner escalates requests as necessary to the appropriate maintenance specialization such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.
    • Ensures assigned areas are kept neat, clean, and orderly including lounges, elevators, stairwells, lavatories, laundry areas, common areas, and waste disposal areas.
    • Repairs or replaces plumbing fixtures, light fixtures and switches, ballasts, doors, and related hardware, windows and screens, window coverings, trim, floor coverings including tile, hardwood, laminate, or carpeting, furnishings, and other fixtures as necessary.
    • Patches, paints, and/or finishes various types of hard surfaces.
    • Conducts facilities and mechanical room inspections on a periodic and routine basis of assigned areas and resolves issues as necessary.
    • Assesses any damages to building, furnishings, and/or rooms and identifies the type of repair work needed.
    • Responds to emergency needs and requests within designated time frames.
    • Assists building occupants with other non-routine requests, which may include requests outside of normal maintenance work, whenever possible or as needed on occasion.
    • Maintains logs and records as requested.
    • Observe safety and security procedures and determine the appropriate action beyond guidelines and report unsafe conditions to appropriate staff.
    • Participates in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
    • Transports a variety of tools, equipment, and supplies for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at the job site.
    • Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
    • Other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications:

    This is an Essential Personnel position that can require that the incumbent must report for duty and work through emergencies, and also can be designated by the supervisor as essential for the accomplishment of work, or for the completion of a critical task.

    • Must demonstrate strong knowledge in the correct usage of tools, power tools, and equipment as related to general maintenance work.
    • Knowledge of carpentry, electrical, HVAC, painting/plastering, plumbing and general maintenance.
    • Ability to perform minor electrical and plumbing work.
    • Must have the physical skills and endurance to move about campus and the buildings in order to fulfill daily maintenance tasks and activities.
    • Self-motivated and shows initiative to start and complete tasks.
    • Must be familiar with, and follow, safety requirements and precautions.
    • Detail-oriented with good troubleshooting skills.
    • Good interpersonal skills, the ability to interact positively with diverse populations and maintain a professional demeanor.
    • Willing to respond to emergency requests outside of normal work hours.
    • Willingness to work weekends, holidays, or extended hours as needed.

    Education and/or Experience:

    • High school diploma, or equivalent.
    • Some trade school/training is preferred.
    • Minimum of 1-year experience in general maintenance, building maintenance, renovation, or construction. University housing general maintenance work experience is preferred.
    • Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office

    Working Conditions:

    • Be able to walk, bend, stoop, balance, crawl, and reach for extended periods of time
    • Must be able to utilize/view a PC and/or monitor
    • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
    • Must be comfortable and able to work on a ladder of 20 feet
    • Must be able to work independently without direct supervision

    Supervision:

    • No supervisory responsibilities.

    Certifications, licenses, and registration:

    • CDL License is preferred
    • Valid Driving License

    Competencies:

    To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

    • Judgment- Make timely decisions.
    • Motivation- Demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles
    • Quality- apply feedback to improve performance; monitor own work to ensure quality.
    • Safety and Security- Report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly.
    • Attendance/Punctuality- Consistently at work and on time; arrive at meetings and appointments on time.
    • Dependability- take responsibility for own actions; keep commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; commits to working additional hours
    • Teamwork – Able to work in a group and collaborate with team members
    • Integrity – Possess high work ethics
    • Honesty – Communicate facts to the supervisors and direct reports
    • Communication - Able to communicate politely and professionally with the university community

    Physical Demands:

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Work environment:

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.



  • Envolve Inc New Orleans, United States

    Envolve Community Management Company owns and professionally manages apartment communities located in select markets throughout the southeastern United States. Currently, we are searching for a Maintenance Technician to work at Garden Oaks Apartments in New Orleans, LA.Duties: Mu ...


  • The Domain Companies New Orleans, United States

    Who we are:The Domain Companies is a national real estate development and investment firm focused on making a positive and lasting social, economic, and physical impact on the communities in which we build. Domain is responsible for a diverse range of innovative projects includin ...


  • Dillard University New Orleans, United States

    Position Overview: · The General Maintenance Technician performs general maintenance and repair of equipment and buildings requiring practical skill and knowledge in such trades as painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and electrical work. · Essential Duties and Functions: · * ...


  • Christopher Homes Inc New Orleans, United States

    Location: New Orleans Property: Nazareth InnJOB SUMMARY:The Maintenance Technician must be able to efficiently perform a variety of maintenance and janitorial duties in an effort to maintain and enhance the value of the apartment community, in a timely, professional and courteous ...


  • Bo-Mac Contractors, LTD New Orleans, United States

    Bo-Mac Contractors, Ltd. in the New Orleans, LA area is offering challenging and exciting career opportunities for Equipment Service Technicians.We are seeking qualified candidates that are focused on project success and exceeding customer expectations.Qualified candidates must b ...


  • The Heico Companies New Orleans, United States

    Job DescriptionBo-Mac Contractors, Ltd. in the New Orleans, LA area is offering challenging and exciting career opportunities for Equipment Service Technicians.We are seeking qualified candidates that are focused on project success and exceeding customer expectations.Qualified ca ...


  • Christopher Homes New Orleans, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionLocation: New Orleans · Property: Nazareth Inn · JOB SUMMARY: · The Maintenance Technician must be able to efficiently perform a variety of maintenance and janitorial duties in an effort to maintain and enhance the value of the apartment communit ...


  • BRG Hospitality New Orleans, United States

    POSITION SUMMARYMaintenance Technician will be performing all maintenance and repair related functions involving furnishings, fixtures, equipment, and property. Oversees all building-related activities including restaurants, warehouses, and offices. Responsible for preserving the ...


  • Aparium Hotel Group New Orleans, United States

    Position: · Maintenance Technician · Location: · New Orleans, LA · Job Id: · 241 · # of Openings: · 0 · Maintenance Technician POSITION PROFILE · Reports to: Director of Engineering, position is Non-Exempt · WHO WE ARE · Hotels done differently. It's not just a slogan or catc ...


  • LCMC Health New Orleans, United States

    Your job is more than a job.Why a Great Place to Work: You're more than your job. Everyone is. And that's what makes you great at your job-all the little extras you bring to work every day, the things that make you you. At LCMC Health we value those things about you, because we k ...


  • Drucker and Falk, LLC New Orleans, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionCompany Description · Drucker + Falk is a performance driven real estate services and investment firm with an 85-year history of delivering optimal asset value to our clients. We specialize in third party multifamily and commercial management, bro ...


  • Applebrook Homes LLC. New Orleans, United States

    About the Company:Applebrook Homes, LLC seeks talented candidates who want to invest in their long-term future by offering them a career, not just a job. We are a growing niche commercial real estate company driven by a team of entrepreneurial professionals. We offer a Company cu ...


  • Campus Living Villages New Orleans, United States

    Job Description · Job Description * Current EPA and HVAC Certification required; Certified Pool Operator certification may be required.We offer a great benefits package · Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance; 401(k); and Group Life Insurance · Start at an hourly rate of up to $17. ...


  • Dimension Hospitality New Orleans, United States

    Job Type Full-timeDescriptionReports To: Asst Chief Engineer, Chief EngineerSupervises: N/AJob Purpose: To repair and maintain physical structure of hotel using hand tools and power tools.Job Responsibilities: Maintain hotel, pool, and surrounding area, performing minor and routi ...


  • Roami New Orleans, United States Full time

    Maintenance Technician - Flexible shift · Here at Roami - Vacation and Rental the Maintenance Technician position is a crucial part of our team in helping ensure our guests have a memorable experience by doing whatever it takes to provide a problem-free stay · This position will ...


  • Marriott International, Inc New Orleans, LA, United States Full time

    Overnight Shift, Parking Included · Engineering & Facilities · W New Orleans - French Quarter, 316 Chartres Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States · Full-Time · Located Remotely? · Relocation? · Non-Management POSITION SUMMARY · Communicate with guests/customers to res ...


  • Drury Hotels Company, LLC New Orleans, United States

    Maintain safe and smooth-running physical hotel property and grounds. Complete repairs and preventative maintenance on a variety of systems such as plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, kitchen equipment and HVAC Perform light carpentry, painting, vin Maintenance Technician, Techn ...


  • Breeze Airways New Orleans, United States

    Working at Breeze Airways is an exciting endeavor and a serious commitment to bring "The World's Nicest Airline" to life. We work cross-functionally with truly awesome Team Members to deliver on our mission: "To make the world of travel simple, affordable, and convenient. Improvi ...


  • Undisclosed New Orleans, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionWe are seeking an HVAC Maintenance Technician for an apartment complex in New Orleans. The HVAC Technician is responsible for performing make-ready repairs to all vacant units prior to move-in. · Description: · Perform repairs to make-ready units ...


  • Facilities Maintenance Management New Orleans, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionBenefits:401(k) matching · Competitive salary · Health insurance · Opportunity for advancement · Paid time off · Training & development · FMM is seeking a motivated professional to fulfill our Commercial Maintenance Technician position. FMM is a m ...