Facilities Maintenance Technician Journeyman

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Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard.

We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good.

Journeyman Maintenance Technician

Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Summary

This position performs maintenance work to equipment, buildings and grounds at a professional level. Duties involve seasonal exterior maintenance, interior maintenance, welding, basic mechanic work, landscaping and equipment operation. Work is performed with other team members under the supervision of a Team Lead and the Operations & Maintenance Manager, and under the general direction of the Head of Facilities.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Maintenance – assist other team members with basic mechanical repair on all maintenance equipment, including company trucks, tractors and bucket loader. Assist with organization and scheduling of routine and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Property Maintenance (winter season) – snow removal on 10 acres of roads, drives and parking areas. Assures that the parking areas are free from snow, ice and other debris through operation of plows, bucket loader, snow blower and shoveling and sanding walks. Maintains an on-call status during snow season for snow removal operations. Must be available to be on-call during snow season and must be able to work overtime as necessary.
• Property Maintenance (non-winter season) – on 18 acres of landscaped lawns and 236 acres of
• forestry land. Operates lawn mowers, trims trees and shrubs, weeds gardens, rakes lawns, assures pest control and assures outside premises are in good appearance. Performs maintenance of site drainage systems. Sweeps parking lot and sidewalks.
• Chainsaw – Perform cutting duties related to clearing projects and hazard tree removal. Possesses basic knowledge of safe chainsaw operation and safe cutting techniques.
• Welding – Performs basic welding, brazing, and soldering.
• Maintenance Logs / Record Keeping – Maintains maintenance logs on equipment.
• Interdepartmental Assistance - Help with maintenance and installation of HVAC, electrical, carpentry, plumbing and modular furniture when needed.
• Properly disposes of hazardous materials and waste in compliance with regulations.
• Encourages development and motivation of team members.
• May supervise seasonal temporary employees.
• Customer service – represent the Facilities team in providing the highest level of customer service.
• Behavioral - Self-motivated, team player, follows guidelines, treats others with respect. Holds self and others accountable. Communicates effectively. Manages conflict appropriately.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience.

OR

• 1 or more years as an Apprentice Maintenance Technician

• High School diploma or the equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic ability to operate a forklift (forklift certification preferred)
• Basic knowledge of OSHA / VOSHA regulations
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate manager.
• Familiarity with SDS and lockout/tagout.
• The ability to lift and move heavy parts, equipment, and supplies.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Action oriented, self-motivated and works well others.
• Ability to make decisions independently.
• Willingness for continued improvement and enhanced skills.

Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job-related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances.

Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life’s discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled.

National Life Group® is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT – founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX – chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group.

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