Facility Technician

Reporting To: Facilities Manager

Compensation: $50,000-$55,000/annual salary DOE Work 

Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt

About the Humane Society of Utah:

Primary Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Facilities Manager in all activities and responsibilities, the Facility Technician will be responsible for overseeing the regular maintenance, repairs and upgrades of the Humane Society of Utah (HSU) property and equipment. This position is responsible for performing tasks in a wide variety of facility/equipment maintenance and repair including but not limited to HVAC, carpentry, electrical, and plumbing, as well as keeping the organization’s grounds/landscape presentable and tidy. This position is expected to function effectively both independently and cooperatively with staff and volunteers. 

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on buildings and facilities.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to buildings and facilities including carpentry, light plumbing, and light electrical work.
• Identify cost saving opportunities.
• Coordinate and assist with the removal of snow/ice as needed. 
• Coordinate ground maintenance and price out and negotiate with vendors on a regular basis.
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs to appliances including refrigerators and washing machines.
• Order parts and supplies as needed.
• Perform light vehicle maintenance as well as taking vehicles in for required inspections and maintenance.
• Ensure all Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) is completed safely, cost effectively, on time and to a satisfactory standard.
• Assist in monitoring the essential building systems to ensure systems are operating correctly and efficiently. Such systems include: an Automated Building Management System, electrical, mechanical, security, fire alarm panel, plumbing, heating, and air conditioning systems.
• Ensure all systems are performing as optimally as possible to reduce operating costs.
• Regularly inspect buildings, sites, and equipment for needed repair/maintenance.
• Establish facility user relations and maintain regular contact. Monitor feedback obtained by all users via the work order system, emails, routine visits, etc.
• Learn about job related maintenance protocols and take training and course work to enhance knowledge of Facility Management.
• Coordinate with contractors or external suppliers and clearly communicate HSU safety, technical and contractual issues, and standards.
• Prepare weekly/monthly inventories, maintenance, and repair reports and other reports as needed.
• Coordinate work activities among departments, including set-ups and breakdowns for meetings and special events.
• Safety Committee participation and follow ups.
• Maintain product specifications and MSDS sheets for all locations, update, as necessary.
• Interact with HSU program managers to effectively communicate all repair and maintenance concerns in a timely fashion.
• Investigate complaints regarding service and equipment and take corrective actions.
• Manage cleaning schedule both regular cleaning and special cleaning projects.
• Support and participate in management initiatives.
• Treat all animals humanely, properly, and with compassion always, regardless of the situation or circumstance; always promote a humane and caring attitude toward all animals.
• Maintain positive relationships with co-workers, managers, executive staff, community pet owners, adopters, and other stakeholders.
• Cheerfully acknowledge the presence of customers in all public areas, and interact with the public in a polite, professional, nonjudgmental manner always.
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or Facilities Manager.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read building plans. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to be insured.
• OSHA 10-hour training certificate (training can be provided).
• Experience with basic tools to perform basic maintenance and repairs, carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical.
• Ability to solve complex issues and communicate options to the Facilities Manager.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• 5 years’ facilities/property management/office management experience.
• 2 years managerial experience.
• Experience in an animal shelter setting.
• Knowledge of building management, facilities, and construction management.
• Experience using a work order ticketing system.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with the public, employees, and volunteers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Gmail, Google Sheets/Docs, project management software, and other computer skills that include the ability to prepare reports and maintain an efficient records system. 
• Initiative-taking and well organized, able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced work environment.
• Desire to continually maintain and exceed continuing education requirements by attending seminars, workshops, and professional conferences.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb and manipulate (lift, carry, and move) up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying temperatures and climates.
• Ability to work around animals of varying temperament in noisy conditions.
• Ability to work with cleaning materials.
• Ability to use strength and agility while working with active animals.
• Always presents a neat and professional appearance to the public.

Schedule

• Position includes weekdays, weekend and holiday hours requiring a flexible work schedule depending on needs.
• Hours and days are subject to change based on department demands.
• Position requires an on-call schedule for emergent facility issues.

To Apply for This Position

Please send a resume to [email protected]. No calls, please.

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related duties required by management. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship.

At the Utah Humane Society, we do not just accept differences – we celebrate diversity, support it and thrive on it to benefit our employees, animals, and community. As such, HSU is an equal opportunity employer, and employment is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications related to professional competence. HSU does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age (40 and over), genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy or relation condition (including childbirth and breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by state or federal law. 

The Utah Humane Society’s policy is to comply with all applicable national, state, and local laws about nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.