Maintenance Technician

Position Information:

Boone County Family Resources is a rapidly growing community-based agency committed to supporting Boone County residents with developmental disabilities.

We are seeking a qualified candidate for a Maintenance Technician to work in a friendly and vibrant work environment maintaining properties owned and managed by Boone County Family Resources, which includes one new main office building and 60 apartments. We are looking for a reliable, skilled and organized individual who is detailed oriented, capable of prioritizing tasks, and working with a high level of efficiency to join our busy maintenance staff. If you have exceptional maintenance and repair, communication and customer service skills, and a drive to work in a fast-paced environment then you may be the perfect fit.

Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday – Friday, with a rotating on-call schedule for evenings and weekends

Minimum Qualifications:

Have a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate 

Have at least two years of experience with repair and installation of basic plumbing and electrical, appliances, drywall repair, painting, carpentry, and other general repairs

Have the ability to work on-call and respond within 1 hour, in the Columbia, Missouri area, at all hours of the day/night according to the on-call rotation schedule for evenings, weekends, and holidays

Have a valid driver’s license

Have knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods

Have a high level of critical thinking/problem-solving skills to diagnose issues and recommend solutions

Have the ability to follow oral and written instructions

Have the ability to manage time and projects to ensure completion in the allotted time

Have the ability to operate with a sense of urgency

Be a self-starter with the ability to work independently

Have the ability to use a computer and other technology as needed in the performance of daily tasks to maintain schedule, accurate service ticket notes, system updates, inspections, etc.

Successfully complete, maintain, and apply required training and certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities that may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

Mechanical - Knowledge of equipment and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Considerable knowledge of practices, tools, and equipment associated with one or more trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, appliance repair, or HVAC. Considerable knowledge of and ability to use standard hand and power tools and equipment used in facilities and grounds maintenance activities, including safe operating procedures.

Building and Construction - Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction or repair of apartments, buildings, fences, or other similar structures.

Customer Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer services. Ability to clearly communicate with vendors, staff, and supervisors. Ability to work cooperatively with others.

Safety and Security - Considerable knowledge of safety standards and precautions pertaining to maintenance and repair work. Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures.

Physical Demands

Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the ability to stoop, crawl, bend, and climb stairs or ladders to evaluate various property maintenance issues.

The typical duties listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The primary duties for the Maintenance Technician will be to assist the Property & Facilities Manager in maintaining the appearance of all properties as well as keeping all properties in proper state of repair.

Typical Duties:

Problem solve issues

Build, repair, or replace doors, windows, walls, ceilings, and floor planks or tiles, install cove base trim, replace door handles

Perform drywall patching and painting work: patch holes or cracks in drywall, apply knock-down, paint

Perform electrical and plumbing work: install or replace fixtures, switches, receptacles, and wiring; and repair faucets, commodes, water heaters, and valves

Repair appliances

Maintain repair cracks on sidewalks and parking lot surfaces

Repaint curbs and parking lot markings

Paint or stain decks, posts, and fences

Pressure washing

Maintain landscaping

Maintain organization, cleanliness, and curb appeal of Agency properties

Set up and breakdown for events, including moving tables and chairs for large meeting rooms as needed

These typical duties are not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions as associated with a job. A complete job description will be shared during an interview or upon request.

We offer an extensive benefits package:

• Health & Wellness:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision for employees and dependents
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account
  • Employee Assistance Programs

• Financial Well-being:
  • Competitive Compensation- Eligible for merit-based raises at 6 months, 1 year, and annually thereafter
  • Up to 5% pay increase after successful completion of the introductory period
  • LAGERS Retirement Pension Plan
  • Deferred Compensation 457(b) Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • College savings through MOST Missouri’s 529 Education Plan

• Paid Time Off:
  • 10 annual Sick Days- no annual cap
  • 3 annual Personal/Wellness Days
  • 11 annual Holidays
  • Vacation: Date of Hire to 4 years service = 2 weeks vacation
    • 5-9 years service = 3 weeks vacation
    • 10-14 years service = 4 weeks vacation
    • 15-19 years service= 4.5 weeks of vacation
    • 20 or more years service = 5 weeks of vacation

Not sure if you qualify? Apply and let’s review!

Boone County Family Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to cultivating an inclusive working environment for all employees.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Human Resources Manager or Director of Compliance at 573-874-1995.