Temporary Facilities Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Pay Range $23.00 to $28.00/hour

Maintenance Technicians work under the supervision of the Facilities Director and are required to perform a wide variety of skilled duties including skilled painting, problems in plumbing, electrical, mechanical. They are expected to troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on equipment, buildings and systems to assure all residents and staff have a safe and secure environment in which to live.

Essential Functions:

• Receive and follow maintenance schedule/instructions from supervisor as outlined in established maintenance procedures.
• Maintain all work areas, shops, utility, maintenance rooms and storage areas in clean and organized manner.
• Put tools away, sweep floors swept and remove garbage on a daily basis.
• Carry a radio and other communication equipment while on duty and respond in a timely manner.
• Cleans and/or changes air conditioning filters.
• Inspect, repair and maintain building structures and equipment, i.e., electrical systems, plumbing systems, heating systems, air conditioning systems, refrigeration systems, appliances, paint, laundry equipment, kitchen equipment, furnishings, windows, fire alarm systems, telephones, doors, vehicles, etc.
• Replaces burned out light bulbs, to include exit lights, outside lights, decorative lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, etc.
• Perform custodial duties.
• Maintain records of work performed by completing work orders.
• Maintain inventory of materials on hand and materials used.
• Follow established safety procedure in the performance of maintenance duties.
• Relate tactfully and courteously with residents.
• Participate in surveillance activities to recognize and eliminate potential hazards in and around the buildings and grounds.
• Report all incidents, accidents, unsafe/hazardous conditions and/or equipment immediately including equipment malfunctions or breakdowns as soon as possible.
• Perform arc and gas welding tasks as required.
• Move furniture and office equipment as necessary.
• Participate in management of utilities by being aware of and taking appropriate action on issues relating to the efficient use of electricity, gas, and water.
• Keep supervisor advised on all utility issues.
• Makes security checks on building doors and outside lighting.
• Performs repairs as needed.
• Unlocks doors and/or deliver packages for residents on request.
• Follows established safety procedures and precautions in the performance of maintenance duties.
• Reports equipment malfunction or breakdown and defective equipment to a supervisor as soon as possible, if unable to correct.
• Attend seminars, in-services, and educational or technical classes as necessary.
• Maintains professional working relationships with residents and co-workers.
• Ability to assist Environment Services staff as needed.

Expectations:

• Completes work and projects in a timely manner, as determined by supervisor/manager.
• Follows through on assigned work and projects to completion.
• Communicates to management any problems or issues that are encountered.
• Regularly identifies and reports necessary facility or equipment issues to management.
• Seeks additional work when assigned work and projects are completed.
• Takes care in completing quality work in a professional manner.
• Stays current and up-to-date on all safety, training, and policies.
• Follows direction from supervisor, learns by following directions and policies established.
• Flexible in covering other shifts and schedules as needed.
• Maintains good attendance & punctuality.

Educational Requirements/Licenses/Certificates:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Maintain a valid, non-restricted California Driver's License.
• Refrigerant Handling Certificate For HVAC preferred.

Skills, Abilities and Experience:

• Possess three (3) years' experience in the building trades.
• Possess knowledge of safety practices of building and construction trades.
• Possess ability to operate various motor vehicles, i.e., cars, vans, small trucks, battery and fuel powered service carts.
• Possess ability to properly operate power tools and all types of common hand tools.
• Possess effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to read English.
• Possess ability to read and interpret electrical schematic diagrams.
• Possess good hand to eye coordination and depth perception.
• Possess ability to differentiate between various colors.
• Possess ability to disassemble and reassemble electrical and mechanical devices.
• Computer and keyboard skills required.

Benefits:

At the Masons of California and its related entities, you will have the opportunity to combine your passion for helping people and high ethical standards with opportunities to advance your career. In return for your skills and passion we offer:

• A work environment focused on teamwork and support for excellent care
• Excellent health, wage replacement, and other benefits for you and your family's well-being
• A generous contribution to a 401K plan whether or not you participate, and an additional contribution from the company when you participate in the plan
• Investment in your growth through tuition reimbursement - $1,500 per year

The Masonic Homes of California is committed to helping individuals and families live safe, meaningful, and fulfilling lives. Guided by strong personal connections, continuous improvement, and the charitable values of the Masons of California, the organization focuses on delivering high-quality care, meaningful experiences, and community-centered support.