Facilities Technician

Facilities Technician

At Fountain House, we believe in the power of community to transform the lives of individuals with serious mental illness. Every day, thousands of members choose to come to Fountain House to contribute their talents, learn new skills, access opportunities, and form friendships. Members and staff operate successful employment, education, wellness programs and work as partners to perform all the functions that keep our community going.

The Fountain House model has been replicated in more than 300 locations in 30 countries and 32 states and currently serves more than 100,000 people with mental illness worldwide. As originators of this approach, we provide leadership by constantly advancing the practice and by leading the conversation around mental health recovery. As a result, Fountain House has created a comprehensive Community System of Care. This includes Clubhouses in Manhattan, the Bronx, Hollywood, California and Care Management, Home and Community-Based Services and a large housing program ranging from 24 hour supervised residences to scattered site supported apartments. We are committed to reducing social isolation, advocating for mental health policy change, and driving solutions that empower our members.

The Facilities Technician is responsible for performing routine maintenance and repair tasks on a variety of equipment, machinery, and systems. Additionally, it is the Maintenance Technician is role to ensure Fountain House facilities are kept safe, clean and operate in a dignified manner consistent with the organization's mission.

Facilities Technicians at Fountain House embody the values of the clubhouse model, demonstrating what we call our HERO characteristics: fierce optimism, professional curiosity, and a deeply communitarian approach to partnerships, leadership, and engagement.

$28.12 per hour

9am to 5pm with some evenings and weekends

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect and troubleshoot machinery and equipment to identify any issues or malfunctions.
• Performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning, light carpentry and replacement of parts.
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, HVAC and plumbing problems.
• Reading and interpreting technical manuals and schematics to perform repairs.
• Operating hand and power tools and other specialized tools as needed.
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
• Ensuring that all work is performed in accordance with safety guidelines and regulations.
• Performing preventative maintenance tasks to avoid breakdowns and downtime.
• Collaborating with other maintenance staff and managers to identify and prioritize maintenance needs.
• Responding to emergency repair requests in a timely manner.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Inspect property for safety, upkeep and repairs
• Support deliveries from vendors and suppliers
• Perform sidewalk and garden upkeep, collect trash, etc.
• Check functionality of safety systems (e.g., fire alarm).
• Work with a diverse community at multiple sites. Collaborate with workers and others
• Other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be dependable, flexible, proactive, approachable, learn from feedback and take initiative
• Ability and willingness to learn new systems, read technical manuals and drawings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Physical stamina and dexterity is essential
• Valid NYS driver's license preferred.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft suite (Emails, Calendars and basic Excel spreadsheets)
• Understanding of the organization's mission and be willing to work in partnership with staff and members

Required and Preferred Education, Experience, and Credentials

High school diploma or GED, required

3-5 years of maintenance experience and general knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, HVAC and electrical systems preferred

Must be able to obtain certificates of fitness for Fire Guard (FO1) & Supervision of Fire Alarm systems (S95) within the first year of employment

Other Certificates of fitness in HVAC, Standpipe and Life Safety systems is a plus

Experience using hand and electrical tools required

Ability to lift 50lbs. or more

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistent safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.