Property Maintenance Technician

Facilities Technician

National Capital Treatment & Recovery, formerly Phoenix House, a nonprofit substance use treatment facility in Arlington, VA is seeking a reliable, hands-on Facilities Technician to support the daily maintenance and operations of our programs throughout the Arlington area. This full-time Monday–Friday position (8am–4pm) offers stable daytime hours, full benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a mission-driven organization. Ideal candidates will have general maintenance, facilities, property, or building operations experience. HVAC knowledge or experience is a plus, but not required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for maintaining health, safety, sanitation and fire systems to standards of compliance for state and local licensing bodies. Perform regular and routine inspections of facility with facility and program directors. Note areas of deficiency and provide corrective action plan. Maintain and upgrade facilities. Ensure that the physical conditions in each facility at all times promote the respect, dignity and privacy of the client. Ensure that adequate and appropriate space is available and assigned to staff, in each facility, to perform the duties as described in their individual job descriptions and that appropriate supplies and equipment are provided. Assure that all vehicles have current inspections, county stickers, registrations and insurance. Report to Program Director when vehicles have been damaged due to accident or vandalism. Investigate circumstances of damage and write an incident report as needed. Assist as able to transport clients. Maintain ethical standards and continued professional growth, including a. Abide by Program and NCTR policy and procedures. Ensure all CARF standards are instituted and maintained. Promote, in public and private contacts, the quality standards and ethical practices of NCTR staff. Continue professional growth by attending workshops, trainings and NCTR staff in-service trainings to increase skill and knowledge and to set appropriate example for staff. Maintain professional boundaries with staff and client. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. Able to work "on call" for emergencies: 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off.

Knowledge and Skills:

Must have problem solving skills and a high degree of self-motivation.

Excellent trouble shooting and diagnostic skills.

Ability to write and speak effectively

Ability to manage several areas of responsibility simultaneously

Familiar with local building codes and OSHA regulations

Ability to work well with ever changing priorities and/or situations

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations maybe made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. In the course of performing this job, one typically spends time sitting, walking, standing carrying, climbing stairs, lift up to 50 pounds, listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations maybe made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties, as necessary.

NCTR is an equal employment organization.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent life experience

Three to five years of experience in building maintenance/repair or equivalent

Valid driver's license and safe driving record

Universal CFC Certification preferred

HVAC knowledge or experience preferred