Maintenance Technician Position Available In Fulton, Georgia

Maintenance Technician Highwoods Properties United States, Georgia, Atlanta 3500 Lenox Road (Show on map) Jun 13, 2025
Description The Maintenance Technician is responsible for operations, maintenance and repairs of building structures and equipment for assigned portfolio; leverage customer relations opportunities to promote open communication and trust between Highwoods and our customers; participate in and follow the guidelines of the safety program. Must be a team player with good communication and organization skills and work with co-workers for the good of Highwoods, our customers, and vendors. Our Vision in

Action People-Focused Culture:

As a Highwoods teammate, you’ll work in a supportive environment where your growth and success are as important as that of our customers.

Customer-Centric Design:

Everything we do is driven by the goal of delivering greater value to our customers, their teams, and our shareholders.

Community Vitality:

We build and operate spaces that are more than workplaces; they are vibrant parts of the community where success and creativity flourish.

WORK PERFORMED

Responsible for the overall maintenance of building, utility systems and building equipment for the portfolio.
Perform a variety of general repairs, installations, and maintenance on building equipment, including changing ballasts, light bulbs and/or tubes, light switches, receptacles, door locks and general repairs refrigeration equipment, alarm and fire protection systems, piping, and tubing.
Build strong customer relationships by proactively address customer concerns and inquiries, demonstrating a positive attitude and dedication to providing exceptional service.
Coordinate the day-to-day maintenance activities of outside vendors and contractors.
Perform routine building inspections.
Install and repair new and existing plumbing fixtures drain lines and accessories
Perform periodic testing, servicing, and recording results of cross connection devices
Investigate and monitor repeat customer-related calls and report them to the Maintenance Manager and the Property Manager.
Perform minor repair of heating, ventilation, and air condition equipment including some filter changing
Monitor water chemical treatment programs for cooling towers and fountains
Monitor customer space temperatures and adjust thermostats when needed
Assist the HVAC technician with any building related mechanical or maintenance issues when required
Be responsible for accurate and timely record keeping and reporting
Assist contractors with life safety alarm systems and water-based or dry fire protection systems shutdowns and testing.
Promote the conservation of energy through proper maintenance of equipment, energy management programs and special lighting programs. Establish methods of tracking energy consumption.
Perform minor leak repairs to roof, window, and fountains
Install and repair ceiling tiles, wall coverings, vinyl tile, carpet, cove base, window blinds, signage, etc.
Foster a positive and productive working relationship with each customer in the building to ensure the best customer service experience and overall customer satisfaction.
Become proficient with the Building Engines on-line service request system including hand-held application.
Assist with inclement/severe weather preparedness and response.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Fundamental knowledge of state and local building codes
Customer service skills
Basic computer skills including the use of Outlook, Excel, and Word
Be available for emergency calls at night, weekends and holidays on an alternating 2-week schedule (on-call)
Maintain a current driver’s license
EPA Certification

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

A high school diploma or GED required; minimum of 2 years of education from one of the following preferred: State, county or local governmental agency
EPA Certification
Approved/sanctioned Technical Institution
College or University In one or more of the following fields: Electrical
Construction
Roofing
Building Life Safety Systems
Plumbing
Carpentry
Mechanical OR 2-6 years of general maintenance experience in one of the following areas: Industrial
Commercial

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme outdoor conditions (cold/hot weather, wind, precipitation). The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. Must be comfortable working on the roofs of office buildings and climbing ladders. The physical demands described here are representative of those required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; this position is active and requires the employee to stand, walk, balance, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb. The employee must use hands to handle or feel; grasp and reach with hands and arms – must be able to work frequently with arms extended above head. The employee must occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50-pound items. Specific visual acuity required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and depth perception. Ability to read, understand, and to communicate information and ideas clearly in writing and orally required. #LI-DNI Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
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