Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Building Technician I position requires a Building Technician to provide maintenance services at an office building located in Skokie.

The position works with the property management team on coordinating tenant improvements, capital improvements, and routine maintenance projects. The Building Technician utilizes advanced skills to perform preventative maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, building equipment, and property grounds. Working under limited supervision, the role monitors building system operations and performance, and directs vendors and subcontractors when needed. The Building Tech utilizes several trade skills such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, roofing, and HVAC.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review property work orders. Estimate time and materials needed to complete repairs. Maintain inventory of adequate supplies, materials and tools, and order, as necessary, to complete all tasks.
• Perform assigned repairs, preventative maintenance, and emergency maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records as required.
• Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
• Conduct property maintenance operations and provide guidance for vendors and sub-contractors. Oversee and inspect the work performed by HVAC, plumbing, and electrical contractors.
• Perform various maintenance assignments: Roof inspections, Ceiling tile repairs/replacements, Painting in vacancies, Minor plumbing work (toilets, urinals, sinks, etc.), Minor HVAC repairs (including filters, belts, basic diagnostics), and other projects/assignments throughout the properties.
• Inspect building systems including fire alarms, HVAC, and plumbing to ensure optimal operation of equipment.
• Implement a preventative maintenance program.
• Maintain the building lighting systems.
• Consult with property management teams to schedule preventative maintenance and other downtime projects.
• For emergencies, this role will need to attend to the building for after-hours issues.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to completion of high school.
• This role prefers previous experience in HVAC.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Stream is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, military status, or any other reason prohibited by law. Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Stream Realty Partners offers competitive salaries, bonuses, medical/dental/vision insurance, pharmacy benefits, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with company matching, PTO, and holiday pay. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, location, and other job-related reasons.