Maintenance Technician

Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the general maintenance and repair of Myrtle Oaks Apartments and Egret Apartments' common areas, exterior grounds, and apartment units. The technician performs duties under the supervision of the Director of Housing.

• Receives and prioritizes work orders for general repairs and completes repairs as received; documents progress and completion
• Performs general upkeep and maintenance of the building's interior and exterior grounds (including preventive maintenance)
• Supports turnover of vacant units in partnership with contractor(s) and vendors
• Evaluates HV/AC equipment and conducts basic mechanical/electrical troubleshooting
• Order and maintain replacement and spare parts for the facility and equipment
• Service refrigerators and stoves as needed
• Visually inspect and test electrical outlets yearly throughout the complex
• Receives, verifies, and counts inventory and direct purchases
• Able to work on emergency calls
• Supports the supervision and completion of capital projects by outside vendors as directed by the Director of Housing
• Coordinates and supervises the completion of work by outside vendors as needed (e.g., plumbers, electricians, etc.)
• Travels between Heron (Tampa) and Egret (New Port Richey) to complete necessary maintenance as directed by the Director of Housing
• Completes and remains current on all relevant Fair Housing, HUD, and Gulf Coast JFCS training
• Participates in staff meetings and staff development opportunities

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $21.00 - $24.00 per hour, depending on experience
• 15 PTO days per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Healthcare Concierge
• Financial Wellness Program
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplementary Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Specified Disease insurance
• Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Pet, Legal and Identity Theft programs
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement
• An opportunity to make the world a better place!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• High school diploma or equivalent and maintenance certification, highly desirable, plus five (5) years' experience working as a maintenance technician who oversees apartment and or large residential facilities.
• Experience in general repair and maintenance work
• Ability to coordinate sporadic high levels of activity and work under deadlines.
• Ability to work overtime, if needed
• Ability to lift and/or move items in excess of 50 pounds
• Must adhere to safety guidelines
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and move frequently around a large property for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to deal professionally and effectively with employees, agency managers, housing residents, and contractors.
• Ability to establish and maintain essential forms, files, and records.
• Must have a valid driver's license and auto insurance coverage.

WHO WE ARE:

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture, or gender identity. Our programs span a broad spectrum of human services, including behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation, and home care assistance for the elderly.

Gulf Coast JFCS strives to offer opportunities to gain field experience and direct client contact hours for both Bachelor's and Master's level practicum and internships. For license-eligible candidates, we may provide both individual and group supervision from a Board-Certified qualified supervisor to help fulfill state requirements, at no cost to the employee, depending on staff availability and scheduling capacity.

Gulf Coast JFCS is committed to maintaining a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, and inappropriate behavior. Gulf Coast JFCS will not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, workers' compensation status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Background Screening Requirements: It is our policy at Gulf Coast JFCS that any candidate being considered for employment must successfully complete the organization's background screening requirements, including drug screening and applicable motor vehicle checks. Gulf Coast JFCS is a Florida Care Provider of the Department of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care (AHCA), and the Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA), which requires all candidates to undergo fingerprinting through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. To learn more about the Clearinghouse, please visit: HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration

Gulf Coast JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Drug-Free Workplace, and E-Verify employer.