Maintenance Technician I

Position Description: Agency Purpose/Mission: Roy Maas Youth Alternatives (RMYA) creates brighter futures for children, youth, and families in crisis by fostering healing, healthy relationships and individual growth in a safe environment. RMYA provides treatment programs for traumatized children who most often are victims of sexual, physical, and/or emotional abuse. RMYA supports using trauma-informed techniques and relationship-based approaches to create a safe environment that provides consistency, structure, and caring for the children we serve. Job Summary:The Part-Time Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting routine maintenance, preventive maintenance, and basic repairs across RMYA’s San Antonio locations. The Maintenance Technician will perform scheduled preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment and assist with basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, landscaping, and general facility upkeep. This position will manage assigned work orders, accurately document completed repairs and maintenance activities, and conduct routine safety checks to identify and report potential hazards. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining tools and equipment in good working conditions and providing additional support for special projects and department needs. This position requires strong reliability, clear communication, attention to safety, and the ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.Essential Duties/Responsibilities:Maintenance and Facilities Support:• Perform routine preventive maintenance on agency vehicles, equipment, and facilities according to established schedules.• Complete basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general facility repairs within the scope of the position.• Manage assigned work orders and accurately document maintenance activities, repairs, and completed tasks.• Conduct routine safety inspections and promptly report hazardous conditions, significant repair needs, or safety concerns.• Assist with landscaping, grounds maintenance, and general upkeep of RMYA properties.• Maintain tools and equipment in clean, safe, and working conditions.• Follow established safety procedures and maintain a safe and organized work environment.• Maintain accurate timesheets, obtain prior approval for overtime or after-hours work, and complete incident reports as required.• Provide maintenance support for special projects and other departmental needs as assigned.Relationships and Collaboration:• Maintain regular communication with the Facilities Manager or designer regarding work assignments, priorities, and maintenance needs.• Collaborate and communicate professionally with RMYA staff, vendors, and contractors as needed.• Demonstrate punctuality, reliability, flexibility, and responsiveness to agency and site needs.• Maintain professional and ethical standards as prescribed by RMYA and follow all agency policies and procedures.• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.Other Duties/Responsibilities:*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Dutiesresponsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Required Qualifications: • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent• Experience: 0–1-year experience in a similar setting.Certification/Licenses• Valid Texas Identification.• Ability to meet all DFPS licensing requirements. Competencies: • Mechanical & Maintenance Skills – Demonstrates basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to perform routine preventive maintenance and basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general facility repairs.• Safety & Attention to Detail – Follows established safety procedures, identifies potential hazards, properly uses tools and equipment, and completes maintenance tasks thoroughly and accurately.• Organization & Time Management – Prioritizes assigned work, completes preventive maintenance and work orders within established timeframes, and maintains accurate documentation.• Communication & Collaboration – Communicates clearly and professionally with supervisors, staff, vendors, and contractors regarding maintenance needs, work status, and safety concerns.• Problem Solving & Initiative – Identifies maintenance concerns, determines appropriate basic repairs, and promptly communicates when additional assistance or specialized services are needed.• Reliability & Accountability – Demonstrates punctuality, dependability, flexibility, and accountability while responding to the maintenance needs of RMYA facilities.• Physical Requirements – Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, kneel, squat, push, pull, and perform other physical activities associated with maintenance work. Must be able to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds and operate basic tools and equipment.• Work Environment – Ability to work indoors and outdoors at multiple RMYA locations and travel between sites as needed. Must have reliable transportation. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule of up to 20 hours per week, including occasional evenings, weekends, or after-hours assignments with prior approval.Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements:Successful clearance of Department of Family and Protective Services licensing background checks (to include fingerprinting and drug testing) and maintenance of status providing ability to be present at an operation. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:Roy Maas Youth Alternatives is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. RMYA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.