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Job Title: Facilities Technician 

Reports to: Facilities Director 

Type: 30 hours/week  

Category: Facilities 

Pay Rate: $25/hour

Location: Lowell, MA

About UTEC Inc.:

UTEC’s promise is to ignite and nurture the ambition of our most disengaged youth to trade violence and poverty for social and economic success. UTEC’s outcomes-focused model begins with intensive street outreach, reaching proven high-risk youth where they’re at. UTEC engages youth in workforce development and educational programs and provides mental health services and intensive case management. Social justice and civic engagement are embedded in all programming. For more info, please visit www.utecinc.org.

UTEC is committed to its vision for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion which pledges to honor the lived experiences and expertise of individuals; create community and celebration of cultures; challenge all forms of oppression; and embody a culture that leans into discomfort and recognizes it as a growth opportunity. UTEC is dedicated to fair and equitable compensation practice, the health, mental health, and overall well-being of young adults and staff and to creating an environment that supports work-life balance and the individual and professional growth of all.

We strongly encourage people of color, individuals from historically marginalized communities, and those with lived experience related to the communities we serve to apply. UTEC is also proud to be a second-chance employer. We believe that past involvement with the legal system should not be a barrier to meaningful employment, and we welcome applicants regardless of criminal record. 

Job Summary.:
The Facilities Technician is responsible for maintaining UTEC buildings in Lowell, Lawrence, and Haverhill  by performing repairs, general carpentry, painting, and installations while ensuring a safe and clean  environment. This role supports construction projects, event logistics, and routine building inspections,  ensuring compliance with OSHA and safety regulations. Additional duties include responding to building  alarms, assisting with emergency management, managing inventory and supply orders, and  collaborating with facility staff to keep UTEC properties well-maintained and operational. 
Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee, track, and update facilities work orders/tickets within the online facilities management  system, ensuring timely follow-up and completion. 
• Perform proactive repairs at UTEC buildings located in Lowell, Lawrence, and Haverhill. 
• Patch and paint walls and surfaces; repair and adjust doors and hardware. 
• Replace damaged or missing ceiling tiles and lighting fixtures. 
• Install cove base and perform carpet repairs; hang boards, pictures, signs, and other wall mounted items. 
• Conduct minor furniture repairs and general carpentry tasks. 
• Ensure a professional, safe, and clean working environment. 
• Provide assistance with internal construction projects and large capital projects. 
• Assist with loading, unloading, and setting up items during deliveries. 
• Collaborate with other facilities staff, vendors, and volunteers as needed. 
• Adhere to OSHA and other regulatory safety guidelines. 
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions and meet the physical demands of the role.
• Conduct building rounds and assist with fire extinguisher, elevator, and sprinkler inspections.
• Support emergency management and safety initiatives. 
• Respond promptly to building alarms and urgent facilities needs. 
• Manage equipment purchasing, supply ordering, and inventory management. 
• Provide logistical and set-up support for UTEC events and functions. 
• Work some nights and weekends as needed to support special events, weather-related needs,  or building health and safety concerns. 

• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and/or HVAC systems 
• Demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills 
• Ability to use hand and power tools 
• Driver's license and clean driving record 
• Required to drive commercial vehicles off-site to local locations 
• Have a strong work ethic with reliability and dependability
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Excellent project management skills 
• Knowledge of basic cleaning and maintenance practices  
• Proficiency with computers and ability to work with Google platform (Gmail, Google Sheets) 
• Must possess good time management and organizational skills, including the ability to multi task, tactfully deal with unforeseen challenges and people  
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus

• 5+ years experience in a facilities position 
• High school diploma or equivalent 

• Ability to perform outdoor work for prolonged periods of time during inclement weather  conditions. 
• Frequent climbing, bending, stooping and reaching, occasional work in restricted spaces and  frequent carrying/transporting heavy loads up to 50lb. 

UTEC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, UTEC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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