What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Tech position at Society of St?
THIS POSITION WORKS MONDAY TO FRIDAY:
The Maintenance Tech contributes to the Agency’s physical portfolio through regular cleaning, repair, and maintenance of the grounds, grass cutting, buildings, vehicles, and their mechanical components.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain Agency’s grounds (grass-cutting), buildings, vehicles, and mechanical components as directed
- Assist in the inspection of security systems, fire alarm systems, extinguishers, smoke detectors, and fire exits to ensure readiness for emergencies
- Maintain Agency’s grounds (grass-cutting), buildings, vehicles, and mechanical components as directed
- Assist in obtaining and maintaining equipment and supplies needed to complete tasks
- Advise Facility Director of issues and needs related to maintenance/grounds projects
- Work independently to assess the needs of the Agency’s facilities in order to maintain property and equipment
- Work cooperatively with clients, staff, volunteers, and providers to effectively meet the maintenance needs of the Agency
- Other duties as assigned
Specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Demonstrates ability to operate mechanical and landscaping equipment (lawnmowers, weed trimmers, leaf blowers).
- HVAC Certified or Mechanical License is a plus
- Strong residential electrical and/or plumbing experience is a plus
- Skilled in drywall repair, painting, and light carpentry expected.
- Ability to climb ladders, stoop, crawl, reach - are all essential functions of the job
- Knowledge of the safety and ability to use power tools and maintenance machinery
- Knowledge of plumbing, mechanical, and/or automotive skills a plus
- Ability to communicate clearly with staff and management
- Ability to strip and wax floors is a plus
- Excellent auditory and vision skills
- Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds to waist level
- Ability to respond quickly and calmly to emergency requests.
- Ability to work well with the existing maintenance team.
- Communicates clearly and effectively with others to describe problems and solutions involved in particular maintenance requests.
- Ability to interact effectively and professionally with clients, staff, volunteers, and service providers