What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Technician position at Express Employment Professionals - Columbia?
Now Hiring: Airport Facilities Maintenance Technician
Location: West Columbia, SC 29170
Pay: $25–$29/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Position Type: Full-Time
Express Employment Professionals is seeking a skilled and dependable Airport Facilities Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance, repair, and operation of airport facilities, equipment, and building systems.
The ideal candidate will have experience across multiple areas of facility maintenance and be comfortable troubleshooting and performing repairs independently or as part of a maintenance team.
Key Responsibilities:- Perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance throughout airport facilities
- Perform carpentry repairs involving doors, frames, hardware, walls, ceilings, cabinetry, trim, and other building components
- Complete work orders and accurately document maintenance, repairs, inspections, and materials used
- Conduct routine inspections and troubleshoot facility equipment and building systems
- Maintain and repair lighting systems, fixtures, wiring, and related electrical components
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on Passenger Boarding Bridges, bag lifts, 400Hz and 28V systems, PLC-controlled equipment, and other airport equipment
- Maintain and repair commercial overhead doors, pedestrian doors, door hardware, and related systems
- Perform plumbing maintenance and repairs involving fixtures, water coolers, piping, drains, and other plumbing components
- Clear drain lines and perform camera inspections as needed
- Assist HVAC Technicians with maintenance, repairs, inspections, and filter changes
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on emergency generators and other mechanical equipment
- Assist other maintenance personnel and specialty trades with repairs, installations, inspections, projects, and emergency response
- Properly operate and maintain assigned vehicles, tools, lifts, machinery, and maintenance equipment
- Report equipment deficiencies, unsafe conditions, accidents, and other concerns to the Facilities Supervisor
- Maintain necessary parts, materials, tools, and supplies for assigned maintenance activities
- Participate in the department's 24-hour maintenance coverage and on-call rotation as assigned
- Respond to after-hours maintenance issues and perform troubleshooting and repairs within qualifications
- Follow all safety procedures, Airport Rules and Regulations, building and electrical codes, and departmental requirements
- Operate snow removal equipment and assist with snow and ice control, storm response, and emergency operations as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Experience in facility maintenance, building maintenance, or a related skilled trade
- Knowledge of multiple maintenance areas, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, drywall, and mechanical systems
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair facility equipment and building systems
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to safely operate tools, lifts, machinery, and maintenance equipment
- Ability to respond to emergency maintenance situations as needed
- Willingness to participate in on-call and after-hours maintenance coverage
- Ability to follow safety procedures and applicable building and electrical codes
Salary : $25 - $29