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TravelCenters of America
Facility Maintenance Technician - Entry Level
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What they do
A Building and General Maintenance Technician performs building maintenance and appliance repairs for an apartment complex, housing division, residential center or business, as directed by a property manager.
$50,465 / year median in Illinois
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Come join our team at TravelCenters of America! We are currently looking for an
ENTRY LEVEL FACILITY MAINENANCE TECHNICIAN
There's never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us daily for fuel, food, truck maintenance and essential services. Now a part of the bp family, TA is focused on growing its network of travel centers, implementing cutting edge technology and embarking on innovative alternative energy and sustainability initiatives. From our locations across the country, to our corporate headquarters in Westlake, Ohio, every team member is a stakeholder in TA's success. This environment offers endless career opportunities for individuals interested in sharing their ideas, growing with the company and shaping TA's future. Job Summary TravelCenters of America offers a convenient, one-stop shopping experience to our customers. We carry a wide selection of name-brand products, and are stocked with Grab 'N Go foods, groceries, snacks, electronics, maintenance supplies, and even clothing and gifts! The Facility Maintenance Technician is a key member of the team primarily responsible for performing repairs and maintenance of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical equipment, boiler systems and environmental control systems in all departments of the location. The Maintenance Technician ensures a safe environment for our customers so that we are returning every traveler to the road better than they came! In this role, you can expect to:- Work in a fun, trusting environment focused on great customer service
- Perform installations, inspections, repairs and maintenance of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical equipment, boiler systems and environmental control systems in all departments of the location
- Do general repairs such as paining/caulking, patching walls, security hardware, roof repairs, pavement repairs, tile and floor repairs, hanging shelves, facility lighting and landscaping
- Coordinate the work of outside contractors to ensure scope of work is being performed correctly
- Maintain appropriate inventory of material, equipment and supplies
- Coordinate, assign, and inspect work for completeness of porters and housekeeping staff
- Perform other job related duties as assigned What we'd like to see:
- A dedicated individual who works well with others and is excited to be part of our team!
- High school diploma or GED with vocational training in general maintenance and equipment repair
- Demonstrated ability in general maintenance or other maintenance responsibilities
- Ability to operate machinery and equipment including tow motors, equipment and basic hand tools
- HVAC/Electrical/Plumbing certifications preferred
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and some holidays With us, you'll enjoy:
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- 401(k) with a company match
- Vacation and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- On-site meal discounts
- A wide variety of discounts on technology, travel, food and fuel
- Opportunity for growth and advancement Not all benefit plans are available to all team members.