What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at Youth Opportunity Center, Inc.?
POSITION SUMMARY
Position Summary
The Maintenance Technician reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and assists in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming campus environment for clients, staff, guests, and tenant agencies. Responsibilities include installing, repairing, and performing routine maintenance on a variety of facility systems and structures. Other duties may include moving materials among campus buildings and grounds, preparing areas for events, cleaning, and inspecting buildings. Technical skills and a willingness to learn will provide the foundation for success in this role. Knowledge of YOC programs, standards set by various governing and regulatory bodies, and YOC policies and procedures is essential for success.
PRIMARY JOB EXPECTATIONS
- Installation
- Assembles and installs new equipment, appliances, and furniture
- Secures items to walls and ceilings
- Prepares tables, chairs, stage, podium, screens and other needed items for events and assemblies
- Repair
- Repairs and maintains YOC equipment, furniture, vehicles, and grounds as needed
- Documents repair activities as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor
- Maintenance
- Assists in maintaining YOC grounds, including snow removal, spreading ice melt, and clearing debris
- Ensures proper care and security of maintenance tools and equipment
- Participates in monthly preventative maintenance inspections of YOC facilities to ensure adequate conditions
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE NEEDED
- High School diploma or equivalent (GED or TASC)
- Maintenance Exp. preferred
FUNDAMENTAL QUALIFICATION
Must be able to demonstrate awareness of the cultural and socioeconomic differences of our clients as well as value a nurturing family as the ideal environment; a commitment to empowering others to solve their own problems and a conviction about the capacity of people to grow and change; the ability to establish a respectful relationship with persons served to help them gain skills and confidence by maintaining a helping role and appropriately intervening to meet service goals; the ability to set appropriate limits.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS NEEDED
- Familiarity with a variety of tools and equipment
- Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures
- Excellent problem-solving skills
WORKING CONDITIONS
Typical work week is Monday-Friday 40 hours. Duties require working inside and outside, lifting, operating vehicles, operating a variety of tools, electrical and gasoline-powered equipment. Will handle hazardous chemicals and blood-borne pathogens. T
COMPENSATION
This position is full-time, and compensation includes a competitive salary and benefits plan.
