Facilities Support Specialist

Nature of the Position

OUR MISSION
Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) provides exceptional and cost-effective transportation services that consistently exceed customer expectations while promoting the principles and practices of livable communities and sustainable development.
OUR VALUES
We value customer service, collaboration, diversity, fiscal accountability, innovation, sustainability and safety. Employees and representatives of BFT are expected to uphold our values and mission.
NATURE OF POSITION
Perform semi-skilled and skilled work to maintain, repair, and replace, if necessary, devices, equipment, and machinery at all transit buildings and facilities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities/KSA

• Develop and establish preventative and corrective maintenance programs for electrical, mechanical and/or HVAC systems.
• Schedule and monitor daily work for staff engaged in cleaning, repairing, and maintaining the condition of buildings, structures, grounds and related equipment.
• Diagnose and repair/replace basic components in electrical and plumbing systems, HVAC systems, and appliances or contact appropriate outside sources to resolve problems.
• Perform inspections of buildings, bus shelters, equipment, and adjacent grounds to assure equipment and facilities are in safe and in proper working order; advise supervisor of potential problems or risks.
• Repair, replace, clean, and maintain bus stop areas and zones and transit stop shelters.
• Cut, remove, and spray vegetation at bus stops, shelters, and transit centers.
• Reset, repair or replace damaged poles, schedule holders, signs, and brackets; clean and replace broken windows and glass.
• Update rider alerts, schedules at transit centers and bus shelters; remove/add numbers on signs and shelters.
• Assemble and install shelters, benches, trash cans, seats, poles, signs, and schedule holders.
• Empty trash receptacles, dispose of biohazards and sharps from bus stop areas and zones, shelters, park and ride lots, and transit centers.
• Paint transit buildings, fixtures, and property including painting curbs at bus stop loading zones and transit centers.
• Perform snow and ice control at all fixed facilities.
• Assist in the coordination of building space allocation, layout, and building remodels as needed.
• Coordinate and schedule office space moves; remove, transfer, assemble and/or arrange furniture and fixtures.
• Operate and maintain all non-revenue company vehicles, tools, and equipment required in the normal performance of duties.
• Order or request necessary supplies and equipment to repair and/or maintain transit property, fixtures, and equipment; notify management when repairs are outside of normal purview.
• Estimate costs of maintenance and repairs; recommend cost-effective methods in repair and maintenance of facilities and equipment to management.
• Ensure that there is an adequate inventory of spare parts and equipment to effectuate predictable repairs as the need may arise.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports, including work order requests, site plans, blueprints, and other reports pertaining to assigned work.
• Identify safety hazards; perform hazardous waste clean-up following Agency guidelines, federal, state, and local codes and safety regulations.
• Transfer tools, parts, equipment, and supplies to and from work stations.
• Manage preventative maintenance contracts with vendors.
• Maintain procedures and manuals for repairs, servicing, and maintenance programs.
• Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and completion of an apprentice program in electrical, plumbing, painting, or carpentry plus three-years of experience in general building maintenance; or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training. Must possess a valid Washington State driver license.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES & OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must obtain and maintain the following licenses and certifications for continued employment at BFT:

• First Aid certification; or ability to obtain within 180-days of employment

Other

• Collaboration: Shares time and knowledge with others; adjusts priorities as circumstances dictate; follows through on commitments, accepts responsibility for actions, resolves interpersonal conflicts constructively.
• Diversity: Demonstrates an awareness and respect of cultural and individual values. Treats all people with dignity, courtesy and respect.
• Fiscal Accountability: Actively contributes to the productivity of the agency; demonstrates good stewardship of company time and resources; displays high standards of ethical conduct.
• Customer Service: Anticipates the needs of internal and external customers; delivers quality work products and services within expected timeframes. Considers and responds appropriately to people in various situations.
• Innovation: Considers new approaches to situations; encourages ideas and improvements.
• Sustainability: Actively encourages environmental benefits and the conservation of natural resources.
• Safety: Adheres to safety related laws, regulations, standards, and practices; performs work in a safe manner; encourages and supports others to be safe while at work.