Maintenance Technician

Maintenance TechnicianRepair and maintain site's buildings, grounds, systems and equipment according to established preventative maintenance schedules and troubleshooting practices.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Maintains and monitors the following systems: HVAC units, alarms, fire suppression, lawn sprinkler, lighting and pipingMonitors the performance or the heating system and manually controls the system pneumatics for proper operation during transitional climatic periodsPerforms a variety of field maintenance tasks including carpentry, electrical repairs, plumbing repairs, dry wall repairs, painting, floor finishing, carpet care, landscaping, and vehicle maintenanceResponds to building emergencies when requested, coordinates activities with other responders, and directs the efforts to return the building to a safe and secure stateInspects completed work for conformance to blueprints, specifications and standardsMaintains logs and records of work performed, materials used, and equipment usedInspects and maintains a variety of power and hand tools to insure that they are in safe and working orderInsures compliance with all City, State, Federal, and Salvation Army building codes, procedures and policiesQualifications:Possess good communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work in a team and individual settingTB test and police clearanceAuthorization to work in the United StatesEducation/Experience:Must possess a high school diploma or equivalentThree (3) years or more of maintenance experienceComputer Skills:Basic computer skills requiredReasoning Ability:Possess an excellent working knowledge of The Harbor Light policies and proceduresUnderstand and work within The Salvation Army and Harbor Light Mission StatementsCertificates and Licenses:None requiredPhysical Demands :Capable of lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling and moving objects of weights between 20 and 50 poundsAbility to bend, reach, stoop, mop, kneel, and stand for long periods of timeFrequent solo and group lifting and moving of furniture, office and medical equipmentAbility to perform repetitive tasks using manual and power toolsWork Environment:Ability to adapt to rapid temperature changes and work in temperature extremes, both hot and coldExposure to cleaning chemical fumes, dust, airborne eye, ear, nose, and throat irritantsExposure to bloodborne pathogens and biohazardsAbility to work in confined spacesThe Salvation Army Offers the Following Benefits:Health Care Benefits which include:MedicalDentalVisionHearingFlexible spending accountsAFLACVoluntary life insurance benefitsShort-Term and Long-Term Disability optionsPet InsurancePension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employmentThe Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.Employee DiscountsPaid Time Off which includes:Up to (6) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days.The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked.Sick days begin accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use sick days after (90) days of employment.Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (90) days of employment.You will receive up to 2 personal days per year based on date of hire.Birthday off with pay.Paid holidays are effective immediately.The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.Mission Statement:The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.