RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs scheduled and emergency building, equipment maintenance, and repair work on Switchpoint emergency shelter facility
• May perform diagnostic testing in order to determine maintenance needs as necessary.
• Performs basic periodic servicing of heating and/or cooling systems including making adjustments, oiling and lubricating, cleaning filters and tightening belts. 
• Installs and repairs valves, faucets, and pipes; clears clogged drains and performs other general plumbing and maintenance and installation work. 
• Inspects grounds and facilities for safety hazards; reports potential problems to supervisor. 
• Paints inside building fixtures as required.
• Assists in overseeing the work of clients that assist with projects and job training/shadowing programs (Easter Seals, current clients, volunteers, etc.).
• Operates a variety of hand equipment including diagnostic tools, hand and power tools, etc.
• Prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Maintain significant flexibility in daily operations and decision making. 
• React calmly and professionally in emergency, emotional and/or stressful situations.
• Keep maintenance lists up-to-date with the front desk and report on all daily activities

QUALIFICATIONS AND KEY SKILLS

• Proven experience as a maintenance manager or other managerial role (2 years minimum)
• Perform skilled diagnostic, maintenance and repair work 
• Solid understanding of technical aspects of plumbing, electrical repair, drywall repair, painting, etc.
• Safely operate and maintain a variety of tools and equipment as necessary in the performance of daily activities 
• Learn and apply applicable laws, rules and regulations 
• Work independently and as a team member 
• Proven organization and time management
• Maintain significant flexibility in daily operations and decision making;
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities and meet critical time deadlines;
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone and in writing;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted on the job.
• *OSHA Guidelines for Safe Lifting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven organizational and leadership abilities

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
• At least two years’ experience in maintenance related field.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

LICENSE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requires a valid Utah driver's license.

Other certification(s) specific to functional area of assignment may be required.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Possesses valid Utah State Driver’s License
• Commitment to serving homeless families and to the mission of Switchpoint

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Mobility to work in a standard maintenance setting and use and operate a variety of tools, power tools, equipment and machinery
• To operate a motor vehicle and drive on surface streets
• To identify mechanical issues, to identify and locate parts and repair tools/equipment
• To inspect, analyze, and diagnose problems with buildings, equipment, grounds and tools used in course of duty; strength, stamina and mobility to perform light to medium physical work
• Vision to read printed materials and/or on a computer screen
• Color vision to read various dials, gauges, and identify color-coded cables and wires; 
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
• Positions in this classification bend, reach, and climb to perform work. 
• Must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects, up to 40 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently, necessary to perform job functions.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Employees work in a variety of environments and may be exposed to loud noise levels, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, dust, paint fumes, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, grease, oils, solvents, machinery with extremely hot surfaces and/or moving parts and moving objects or other vehicles at any given time.
• Employees may interact with upset staff, clients or volunteers; such as when trying to diagnose and/or resolve an equipment-related problem.
• Employees may be required to work on evenings, weekends, and holidays and participate in after-hours emergency response and on-call and callback assignments.