Facilities Technician

WHAT YOU WILL DO: This position is responsible for the repairs and maintenance of all agency facilities to ensure facilities remain presentable, operable and in efficient condition. Responsible for performing routine building maintenance, general cleaning, and maintaining a safe and secure living and working environment for clients, staff and visitors.

• Inspects buildings and other structures to determine functional systems and detect malfunctions and needed repair
• Responds to emergency requests for repair services and acts as the primary point of contact for all building issues (e.g. climate control, odors, smoke, spills, damage, emergencies and repairs, etc.); perform immediate cleaning duties as necessary
• Performs minor electrical maintenance to include but not limited to replacement or repair of fixtures (e.g. wall switches and outlets, incandescent and fluorescent bulbs and tubes, ballast, sockets, fuses, minor appliances, cords, etc.) using appropriate hand, power and specialty tools
• Performs minor plumbing maintenance (e.g. replacement or repair of leaks in drains and faucets, unclogging of drains, replacing drain hoses on washers and similar devices, etc.)
• Performs minor painting, carpentry and masonry work (e.g. preparing surfaces and using brush, sprayer, or roller to apply paints, stains, and varnishes, hanging doors, fitting locks and handles, etc.)
• Prepares surfaces and paint various structures and equipment (e.g. walls, refrigerators, floors, roofs, doors, restroom facilities, etc.) to preserve wood and metal parts from corrosion and maintain a safe, comfortable environment using various painting equipment and related tools
• Makes residential units ready for new move-ins (e.g. dismantles and installs furniture, hangs pictures and shelves, and cleans rooms, hallways, and living spaces)
• Ensures work conducted complies with all environmental, health and safety, standards established by federal, states, county and city laws, ordinances and regulations, and Interfaith policies and procedures
• Cleans rooms, hallways, lobbies, restrooms, corridors, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas as necessary
• Orders parts and maintain required documents
• Maintains storage and equipment in designated areas in a neat and orderly manner
• Promptly notifies supervisor (as well as other appropriate staff) of any problematic facilities issues, or any other problems that arise
• Participates in all staff meetings and trainings
• Ensures that properties always meet standards to pass Federal, State, County, and Local inspections
• Performs additional duties as assigned

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off – Three weeks to start!
• Paid Holidays – 13 scheduled
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• AD&D / Group Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Medical and Dependent Care
• Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Early Release Days!
• Work Anniversary Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Home Ownership Assistance Program
• Casual Work Environment
• Professional Growth and Career Development Opportunities

Interfaith is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, pregnancy, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, nationality, sex, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Interfaith will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION

• 2+ years of general facility maintenance work experience required