Facilities Technician

Wallis Companies
  • Maryland Heights, MO
    4 days ago

    Job Description

    SUMMARY

    The Facilities Technician will ensure the highest possible support necessary for the preventative maintenance, repair, and installation of car wash, petroleum and retail equipment at both company operated and external customer locations. This position will ensure the highest level of customer service, including but not limited to, timely repairs, quality workmanship, and prompt and accurate invoice completion. The Facility Technician is also responsible for adherence to safety policies and practices. This position will ensure timely communication to customers and receive authorization to make the necessary repairs, when required. The Facilities Technician will also be required to attend on-going training to further professional development and to stay abreast of current trends in the car wash, petroleum and retail maintenance fields.

     

    The Facilities Technician’s level will be determined by their ability to perform specific tasks as defined on a Job Task Analysis.

     

    RESPONSIBILITIES BY COMPETENCY:

    (bolded text denotes an essential function of the position)

     

    Business Results Orientation

     

      Ensure work orders are accurately completed at the end of every service call

      Maintain work area, vehicle, and equipment in a clean and orderly condition while following all safety regulations

      Schedule time to maximize repair time and reduce drive time

      Maintain and regulate existing c-store, petroleum and car wash equipment

      Work with dispatcher to ensure elimination of repeat calls

      Maintain regular attendance and follow designated safety practices

      Track vehicle maintenance; and, schedule and ensure completion of regular maintenance tasks to reduce the likelihood of costly emergency repairs

      Ask questions to understand Balanced Scorecard (BSC) and understand his/her contribution to the BSC

      Bring forward operational efficiency ideas to the supervisor and/or the BSC team

      Perform other duties not listed as required

     

    Communication

     

      Effectively communicate repair status to customers

      Report to the supervisor any equipment issues that will result in the expenditure of funds above and beyond what is acceptable

      Ensure communication with customers, suppliers, vendors, and co-workers is professional and appropriate

      Communicate to supervisor any customer service issues or any potential safety hazards

     

     

      Report any personal injuries or any damage done to company property or vehicles within policy timeframes

      Inform Facilities Dispatcher regarding status of services calls

     

    Customer Service Orientation

     

      Report to work in accordance with company uniform and appearance standards

      Exhibit a professional, customer friendly and helpful attitude while on the job

      Finish each call with an explanation of the repair and complete an electronic invoice

      Perform additional maintenance as requested based on time and resources

      Complete site and/or customer visits as required

      Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs when needed

      Provide 24 hour on call services as needed

     

    Developing Talent

     

      Attend training to further professional development according to company guidelines

      Stay abreast of current trends in the petroleum equipment industry and cross train others as needed

      Work as a team member to help improve individual, departmental and organizational performance

      Complete training as required to meet regulatory compliance and company guidelines

      Attend continuing education workshops, seminars and study manuals pertaining to job classification

      Provide experience, skills and expertise as needed to co-workers and other divisions

     

    Safety

     

      Work diligently to correct safety deficiencies in a timely manner

      Complete safety training required for this position

      Follow all safety policies and procedures

      Inform Supervisor or Manager of unsafe conditions and behaviors, and recommend how to correct or eliminate them

      Report all work-related injuries immediately

      Adhere to all Wallis Companies safety policies and report all safety incidents to supervisor immediately

      Attend and participate in safety meetings

      Cooperate with the medical provider, and follow the treatment plan and Return-to-Work Program

      Work to avoid preventable accidents

     

    Technical Expertise

     

      Ensure work orders are completed with a detail description regarding services performed

      Develop and maintain knowledge necessary for position

      Diagnose problems with equipment and make repairs as directed or make recommendations for repairs

      Maintain an excellent driving record and follow Vehicle Use Policy while in a Company vehicle

      Repair or replace defective parts

      Ensure work orders are completed accurately with a detail description regarding services performed

      Observe mechanical devices in operation and listen to sounds to locate causes of trouble

      Install new and refurbished equipment

      Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts

      Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments

     

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

     

    This position has no direct reports.

     

    QUALIFICATIONS

    (bolded font denotes an essential qualification of the position)

     

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

     

    Education:                               High school diploma or equivalent; Additional specialized training in

    the industry; Trade school or time in a trade as an apprentice; Time required in trade to master that trade (6 months to 2 years) Multiple trades mastered to move up the tech levels (1-4)

     

    Experience:                              Mechanical background preferred

     

    Language Skills:                       Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English in a manner

    that is sufficient for effective communication with groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public

     

    Skills and Abilities:       

    (May be representative but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with the position)

     

      Excellent verbal and written communication skills

      Strong organization skills, paired with ability to multitask

      Knowledge of general maintenance protocol, including electrical, plumbing, petroleum equipment, c-store equipment, car wash equipment, and construction trades

      Ability to perform routine duties involving use of various procedures and application to clearly prescribed standard practices

      Must be able to read blueprints & schematics

      Initiative and use of judgment to solve problems

      Willingness to work various days, evenings, and to be available “on call”

      Well-developed interpersonal skills

      Ability to handle multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment

      General knowledge of OSHA safety regulations

      Extraordinary attention to details

     

    Technology, Tools, and Equipment:

     

      Computer, Microsoft Office, Telephone,

      Copy/Print/Fax Machine

      CMMS/inventory management system

      Various hand tools (both power and manual), Various material handling equipment; Multi-Meter

    (Proficiency with preferred items is not required to meet minimum qualifications, but proficiency must be established to complete essential job functions)

     

    Certifications, Licenses, and/or Registrations:

     

      Class E Driver’s License

      Universal EPA Certification (Refrigerant)

     

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    The physical demands described below 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.

     

     

    Amount of time

    None

    Under 1/3

    1/3 to 2/3

    Over 2/3

    See:

    Driving a service van

    Stand/Walk:

    Moving from dispenser to dispenser inspecting hanging hardware

    Sit:

    Driving a service van

    Touch/Grasp/Feel

    Repairing food service equipment

    Climb or Balance

    Climbing ladders to replace interior lights

    Stoop, Kneel, or Crawl

    Replace fuel filters

    Talk or Hear:

    Must be able to communicate in person and on the telephone

    Lifting:                 Up to 10 pounds:

    Carrying toolbox

    Up to 25 pounds:

    Carrying 5 gallon of fuel during calibration

    Up to 50 pounds:

    Installing new equipment

    Up to 100 pounds:

    Over 100 pounds:

    Working Conditions:

    Field work in C-stores

     

    DISCLAIMER

    This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Wallis Companies reserves the

    right to make changes to job descriptions as needed with or without notice to affected employees. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. This job description does not establish a contract for employment.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMaryland Heights, MO

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