Union Maintenance Assistant
Cushman & WakefieldAbout the role
Job Title
Union Maintenance AssistantJob Description Summary
Responsible to perform non-technical general building maintenance and repair duties, light maintenance activities, custodial duties and minor repairs.Job Description
IMPORTANT EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Participation in apprentice program or trade school
IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
1+ year of related experience in a commercial property setting preferred
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform general building maintenance under close supervision
Perform custodial duties, grounds, maintenance, and minor maintenance and repair work
Perform general labor work as assigned by the engineers, including loading, unloading, and moving materials and running errands for projects
Replace and repair door hardware, locks, and keys
Perform interior and exterior painting to include:
Experience with all types of paint
Matching paint type to proper application
Surface preparation, including wood, metal and drywall
Minor repair work in wood, metal, and drywall
Replace light bulbs/lamps/ballasts and cleaning fixtures
Move furniture, modular system break down and set up
Perform vacancy clean up and organization
Respond quickly to emergency situations and customer service requests as assigned
Police landscaping, sidewalks, common area, and parking facilities
Perform snow removal/leaf sweeping as needed
Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agency, and company directives as related to building operations and practice safe work habits
Ability to use technology such as:
Smart phones
Tablets
Computers
Web-based applications
Building automation systems
Etc.
Complete all required C&W Safety Training as scheduled annually
Comply with C&W Uniform Dress Code while working and maintain a neat and clean appearance while on the property at times other than working hours
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
Mechanically Inclined
May be only maintenance staff member on duty during certain shifts
May be required to work extended periods of time without relief when responding to priority/emergency situations (including overtime type assignments)
May require shift work and/or stand-by or on-call duties
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as:
Computers
Phones
Photocopiers
Filing cabinets
Fax machines
Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions
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.
Requires the ability to perform a variety of physical activities, which may include standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and lifting.
May involve moving and handling equipment, materials, and supplies in a safe manner.
Requires regular movement throughout the worksite, including between departments, floors, and properties, as needed to support business operations.
Requires the ability to communicate effectively with others in both oral and written formats.
Requires the ability to review, interpret, and understand information presented in written, electronic, and visual formats.
Requires the ability to maintain visual awareness sufficient to perform assigned duties safely and effectively.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
OTHER DUTIES
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee
Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health,
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