Maintenance Technician

Position Title: Maintenance Technician

Location: Portland Metro Area

Classification: Non-exempt/Hourly

Reports to: Sr Dir of Safety

Hourly: $24.00

Schedule: M-F Flex schedule of 32 hours a week

About our Organization:

BGCP’S mission is to empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to discover their full potential as caring, engaged, responsible community members. BGCP’s top priorities are to ensure an inclusive, diverse, and equitable work environment with an uncompromised commitment to safety. We seek individuals who are dedicated to supporting extraordinary experiences for youth, are exceptional team members, have an investment in our surrounding communities, and are hungry for ongoing personal growth and professional development.

About the Position:

General and preventative facility maintenance, painting, parts replacement, and repair to buildings.

Transportation and moving of goods and equipment between sites, upkeep of grounds and routine custodial duties as needed.

Responsible for carrying out the vehicle maintenance plan which includes routine vehicle inspections as well as arranging the regular servicing of vehicles and registration/DEQ updates.

Respond to work orders in a timely manner.

Benefits: 

• Medical, dental, vision and flexible spending account (FSA)
• 100% company-paid benefits such as life insurance
• Generous PTO Program
• 11 Company-paid holidays
• Retirement plans with employer match 

Position Qualifications  

• The essential functions of this position are to perform interior and/or exterior facility and maintenance tasks there by following all safety policies, practices, and best practices
• Perform general maintenance, facility preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, painting, replacement and repair, equipment repairs and moving objects; as well as routine custodial duties as needed 
• Complete preventative maintenance checklist 
• Carrying out of the Vehicle Maintenance Plan which includes routine checking of vehicles as well as regular servicing of vehicles and DEQ and registration updates
• Assist with pick-up and delivery of supplies and donations
• General landscaping 
• Working with vendors and contractors 
• Assist in preparations for special events and fundraisers when needed 
• Responding to all tasks in a timely manner
• Respond to all tasks and matters 
• Other projects, tasks, and responsibilities as directed, needed, or instructed 
• Work closely with the Facilities Director

Position Requirements  

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of training or equivalent work experience in maintenance and building services. 
• Experience working with plumbing, electrical, multitude of carpentry skills. Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Able to apply general principles and techniques in maintenance and building services and teach them to others.  
• Requires basic ability to read, write and speak English.  
• Requires ability to understand simple specifications or to be able to read simple measuring devices.
• Able to work independently and efficiently to achieve department deadlines and goals.  
• Some duties may require the operation of heavy equipment and the responsibility of routine care and maintenance of moderately expensive tools and/or equipment.  
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record to safely operate company-owned trucks or vans for the transport of tools, equipment, and materials.
• Maintenance Technician should have appropriate work clothing to match the weather conditions and a basic set of work tools. Uniform shirts are provided. 
• Able to travel daily between various Club locations across the Portland metropolitan area to perform repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance tasks.

At Boys & Girls Club of Portland, we also seek candidates with:

• A strong commitment to improving equity and accessibility in youth development 
• A commitment to anti-racist approaches to our work 
• Diverse life experiences 
• An openness to learning, and giving/receiving feedback with colleagues 
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional team members to ensure information is shared, projects are completed on time, and goals are reached. 

Working Conditions:  

• Frequent daily exposure to one or more disagreeable conditions, such as outdoor weather, rigorous cleaning or repair assignments, and janitorial/grounds keeping/maintenance related chemicals and materials.  
• This position is physically demanding and requires the employee walk unaided in a variety of buildings and property grounds, climb ladders, bend, stoop, reach above their head, have use of fine and gross motor skills, and work outdoors in all weather conditions. 
• The employee must have normal visual acuity at near and far distance with correction and hear the spoken word with correction.
• The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls and to speak fluently. 
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move heavy objects or boxes weighing up to 50 pounds individually and lift larger amounts with aid.  
• This position must be able to operate a man-lift and perform work up to 25 feet in the air. 

Diversity and Inclusion: At BGCP, we do not just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.  

BGCP is proud to an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.  

Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference.  

BGCP gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact BGCP Human Resources in advance to request assistance.