Maintenance Technician I

Job Description

Job Description

MISSION:

Our mission, grounded in traditional Native American culture, is to reduce health disparities by delivering high-quality, comprehensive integrated healthcare and providing stable housing throughout the communities we serve.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for assisting in carrying out the maintenance processes of the property, including corrective, preventative, routine, emergency, and cosmetic maintenance. The Maintenance Technician is also responsible for the make-ready process in a manner consistent with the property’s operational objectives under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor.

• Perform all general maintenance, repair and general upkeep of NAC facilities and equipment.
• Troubleshoot problems and take appropriate action.
• Control monthly budget on assigned properties.
• Prepare purchase requisitions, purchase materials at low cost, and obtain bids when necessary.
• Maintain inventory on all tools and supplies.
• Prepare turn-key on assigned apartments or rooms within time frame set by Director – usually 72 hours.
• Complete assigned maintenance requests within the time frame set by Director – usually 48 hours.
• Complete electronic work orders in a timely manner.
• Stay current on all applicable building codes and safety standards.
• Will be on-call on a rotation basis and respond to on-call emergencies.

• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL/WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

• High school diploma or GED required

• One (1) year of experience in appliance repair
• At least one (1) year of experience in apartment and/or general maintenance
• Must have a valid state driver's license with clean driving record and reliable transportation.

SKILLS REQUIREMENT:

• Demonstrated skill in electrical, plumbing, drywall and carpentry repair and building maintenance and repairs
• Be able to effectively communicate and secure bids for repairs.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively with a wide range of people, teams, managers, supervisors, and vendors.
• Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, and customer service skills.
• Must demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational and time management skills.
• Possesses and maintains a valid Arizona driver’s license, liability insurance and a dependable vehicle
• MS Office proficiency
• Ability to interact with individuals with physical and mental health challenges. 
• Experience in working with the Native American population preferred
• Able to perform the physical functions listed below

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Able to stand, bend or kneel for long periods.
• Able to climb (ladders, etc.).
• Able to lift 60 lbs., or more.
• Able to reach above shoulder height.
• Able to crawl on any type of surface.
• Operate in an outdoor or maintenance shop environment

NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE : Preference may be given to qualified Native American Indians according to the Indian Preference Hiring Act, CFR 25 USC 472. Other than Indian Preference, Native American Connections, Inc. adheres to all provisions of the Equal Employment Opportunity Act.

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE: Native American Connections is a drug-free workplace with safety-sensitive jobs. Use of alcohol and legal or illegal drugs may impair and alter employees' judgement resulting in increased safety risks, workplace injuries, and faulty decision making. Reporting to work at NAC after use of alcohol, a controlled substance, or abuse of any other substance is absolutely prohibited.  

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT :

This position is considered to be Non-Exempt and entitled to overtime pay for hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours per workweek for overtime pay provisions as provided by the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and any applicable state laws.