Maintenance Technician

Job Objective: To assist in maintaining property and grounds in accordance with established standards of safety, cleanliness and appearance, policies/procedures, federal, state, city and county statutory guidelines, HUD requirements and grant regulations. Property includes building, grounds, and equipment serving the building.

Essential Functions:

Maintenance Schedules and Inspections

• Complete tenant work orders.

• Clean all air filters prior to cooling and heating seasons. Replace damaged or soiled filters.

• Perform maintenance items identified during inspections.

• Paint the walls and clean the carpets of occupied units per schedule.

Property upkeep, work orders and repairs

• Complete maintenance requests reported from tenants in a timely manner.

• Provide Maintenance Supervisor with periodic reports regarding priority or deferred work orders.

• Responsible for keeping tools and storage rooms clean and organized.

• Maintain appropriate interior and exterior lighting.

• Complete janitorial duties in the absence of the custodian.

Apartment turnovers

• Clean appliances and cabinets inside and out.

• Wash windows, clean window blinds.

• Clean and disinfect bathroom.

• Shampoo carpets, wash linoleum/tile floors.

• Paint walls if necessary.

Grounds

• Maintain grounds and lawn in the absence of the custodian.

• Ensure that sidewalks and parking lots are clear of snow and ice and monitor slipping hazards.

Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing

• Complete minor plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical systems, and equipment repairs as needed.

• Notify Maintenance Supervisor when an outside contractor will be needed to complete repairs.

Risk Management

• Report property losses to Maintenance Supervisor.

• Participate in Safe From Harm compliance regarding facilities management.

• Maintain training in emergency procedures and safe work practices to prevent injury. Immediately report all injuries per policy and procedure.

Miscellaneous

• Attend meetings or trainings as requested or assigned.

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School or equivalent. Vocational training in construction, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical repair preferred.

Experience: Minimum of three (3) years' experience in construction and/or property maintenance. Working knowledge of building maintenance and repair in plumbing, HVAC, and electrical. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of basic hand and power tools.

Certifications/Licenses: Current, valid driver's license.

Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge and proficiency in building related skills and trades.

• Ability to read and understand schedules, work orders and product safety information.

• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet work schedules in a timely manner with minimal direct supervision.

• Ability to work irregular and extended hours when required. Willingness to accept on call assignments during building emergencies.

• Position requires a confident, self-motivated, multi-tasked individual with integrity in the use of resources.

• Act in a manner consistent with the Mission of The Salvation Army.

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Physical Requirements: Employee must have the ability to sustain physical activity both inside and outside and work in extreme temperatures on occasion. Work requires ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel and lift objects from 75 to 100 pounds. Must have the ability to operate basic building maintenance equipment and operate telephone and electronic communication devices. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Travel: Local travel can occur daily.

Driving: Driving is required. Employee must possess a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside. Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business.

Working Conditions: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. May require irregular and/or extended hours periodically during weather conditions.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.