Maintenance Assistant
2 days ago
San Antonio
Job DescriptionDescription: While this position requirement statement is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary (or by the Director). Under the direction of the Facilities and Safety Manager, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing general maintenance on grounds, services to ensure excellent curb appeal and quality of homes, and responding to service request to meet state and federal standards. Purpose: The Maintenance Technician will provide support to the Facilities and Safety Manager in aspects of preventive and remedial maintenance and safety. Essential Functions: Those tasks that must be performed by all in this job category include: Daily 1. Assist in the review and prioritization of all work orders., 2. Assist the Facilities and Safety Manager in coordinating with the Residential Coordinator on the condition of properties., 3. Report hazardous conditions of equipment and buildings to the Facilities and Safety Manager as soon as possible., 4. Conduct all work tasks with constant attention to safety for self and others., 5. Observe and report (as needed) any indication of abuse and neglect to the Facilities and Safety Manager or Rights Protection Officer., 6. Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, oil changes, tire rotations, and inspections on ATC’s fleet of vehicles., 7. Assist with the maintenance of the storage area and maintenance materials., 8. Maintenance of vehicle, utilize MV properly, and keep MV properly maintained and cleaned., 9. Complete work orders as requested by the Facilities and Safety Manager to include changing light bulbs, AC filters, painting, plumbing, light carpentry, fixing sheet rock, and other general maintenance duties as assigned., 10. Assist with maintenance of all areas of the community, including grounds, fences, parking areas, ditches, community houses, furniture, appliances, and HVAC., 11. Assist with the maintenance of preventative maintenance records on each residential unit and utilize the work order system to track repairs., 12. Conduct daily inspection of building, grounds, and equipment., 13. Assist with maintenance of service equipment, power equipment, tools, and kitchen equipment., 14. Promote the safety of residents, visitors, and associates by identifying and resolving potential hazards., 15. Perform routine upkeep and minor repairs such as clearing clogged drains, replacing lightbulbs, and touch-up painting., 16. Other duties as assigned by the Facilities and Safety Manager. Bi-Weekly 1. Provide itemized receipts to the Facilities and Safety Manager as needed., 2. Assist in conducting Home Safety and Vehicle Inspections. Monthly 1. Assist the Facilities and Safety Manager in reporting the condition of properties and vehicle reports to the Director as necessary., 2. Landscape clean-up, including weeding and using a blower to clear leaves and debris., 3. Remove trash to dumpsters., 4. Physically walk and inspect the building and grounds to correct minor problems and note/report areas of concern., 5. Help with preventative maintenance, such as replacing A/C filters and testing/logging tap water temperatures., 6. Properly clean, maintain, and secure company-owned equipment. Annually 1. Assist in the registry and licensing of all vehicles., 2. Assist the Facilities and Safety Manager in providing on-site maintenance for all inspections and surveys from outside agencies., 3. Recharge all fire extinguishers. Hours: Typically, Monday- Friday, 8 am -4:30 pm (Hours can and will change based on the needs of the program weekly) On-Call Hours (after successful completion of 90-day probationary period) Requirements: Knowledge of equipment/tools and their safe use: 1. All tools, machines, and equipment generally used in the maintenance profession., 2. Telephone/mobile phone, 3. Copier, 4. Fax Machine, 5. Computer Minimum Qualifications: -High school diploma or GED and 1 to 3 years’ experience. -Knowledge of minor electrical work -Knowledge of minor plumbing work -Knowledge of sheet rock repair (tape and float) Skills/Abilities 1. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely and work effectively within a team., 2. Ability to handle stressful situations; exhibit patience and flexibility; maintain sense of humor., 3. Excellent ability to demonstrate organizational, follow-through, problem-solving, leadership, and judgment skills. Excellent work ethic., 4. Must be reliable in attendance and timeliness with regard to work schedules., 5. Willing to learn with a positive attitude., 6. Ability to communicate at all levels and be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking., 7. 1 year of work experience in a position handling residential maintenance items, 8. Experience working with sheet rock, carpentry, plumbing, painting, changing light fixtures, and other general building maintenance., 9. Thorough understanding of building and fire safety, 10. Strong organizational skills, ability to multitask, and close attention to detail., 11. Ability to read, write, and speak effectively with residents and staff, 12. This position requires moderate to heavy exertion on a regular basis and will require the employee to be able to stand, reach, walk, climb stairs/ladders, kneel, crouch, and crawl., 13. Ability to operate a wide variety of maintenance equipment and tools, in particular a leaf blower, toilet plunger, and hand tools., 14. Excellent time management skills and ability to work independently., 15. Willingness to work in all weather conditions, in confined spaces, on ladders, and roofs., 16. Patience and the ability to interact effectively with individuals with Autism and related conditions., 17. Ability to lift between 50 and 100 pounds., 18. Position may require some overtime, weekend, and holiday work as well as On-Call responsibility. Safety and Health Risks 1. Slip and fall exposure., 2. Exposure to muscle strains from lifting, stooping, reaching, and twisting., 3. Employee may be required to work indoors or outdoors during seasonal heat and cold or other adverse weather conditions., 4. Employee may be required to work where they may be regularly exposed to fumes, dust, and odors., 5. Some high noise levels from the operations of equipment. Physical Job Requirements F = Frequently (34-66%) 1. (F) Lift and carry up to 100 pounds., 2. (F) Dexterity to grasp small objects., 3. (F) Climbing, 4. (F) Driving