This role supports the physical plant, studio environments, and vehicle fleets for the station.
Responsibilities: - Studio & Building Upkeep: Maintain a clean, safe, and professional facility environment across the shared office spaces and broadcast studios.
- Engineering & Tech Support: Assist the local engineering team members on specialized facility maintenance and repair projects.
- Vendor & Expense Management: Schedule, coordinate, and monitor work handled by outside contractors, obtaining direct expense approval from the Columbus Chief Engineer before incurring costs.
- Safety & Compliance: Perform all required monthly, semiannual, and annual safety inspections for building equipment (including AED devices, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, and exit signs).
- News Fleet Logistics: Assist with light maintenance for station news vehicles, including coordinating inspections, checking fluid levels, routinely driving them to ensure functionality, and handling registration renewals.
Core Qualifications: - Experience: Prior background in building operations, facilities maintenance, engineering support, or a related trade is preferred.
- Technical Knowledge: General understanding of commercial building technologies and basic repair practices, including electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
- Physical & Logistics Requirements: Ability to lift and move equipment or packages weighing over 50 pounds. A valid driver's license and clean driving record are mandatory for managing the station vehicle fleet.
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