Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Friends of Switchpoint is a non-profit organization that has been serving those individuals, families and veterans experiencing poverty and homelessness since 2014. Our mission is to empower families and individuals in need by addressing the underlying causes of their poverty and providing each client with a personalized, comprehensive plan that supports them on their journey to self-sufficiency and the opportunity to contribute to the community. Our vision is that we believe each individual has worth and value. Change occurs when people are treated with respect and dignity, empowered with skills and resources to better their circumstance.

Culture values include kindness, connection, kinship, self-worth, and self-reliance. Our guiding principles are kindness, leadership, transparency, authenticity, positive influence, and the golden rule. Our motto is It Takes All of Us to End Homelessness.

Job Summary: We are seeking a reliable and self-motivated Maintenance Technician to join our team. This position requires the ability to work independently and manage a flexible work schedule to ensure timely completion of weekly maintenance tasks. The Maintenance Technician will travel to various sites throughout Salt Lake Valley, Tooele County, and Davis County to perform general repairs and preventative maintenance on buildings, equipment, and systems.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring facilities remain in excellent operating condition. This includes identifying, addressing, and repairing problems proactively to prevent further issues. The technician performs a wide range of repair and maintenance tasks to preserve the safety, functionality, and appearance of the building and grounds.

Job Responsibilities include performing routine maintenance tasks, addressing plumbing issues, diagnosing and repairing simple electrical wiring problems, maintaining and troubleshooting HVAC systems, applying preventative measures, repairing safety hazards promptly, repainting interior and exterior areas, maintaining lawns and landscaping, assisting with large-volume moving services, assisting with routine inspections, reporting maintenance issues, practicing and adhering to OSHA Safe Lifting Guidelines, and performing additional duties as assigned by management.

Recordkeeping & Reporting includes immediately reporting any critical incidents to Facilities Maintenance Manager, updating work order software Appfolio during progress and completion of tasks, and collecting and reporting data necessary to meet funding and statistical requirements.

Reports To: Facilities Maintenance Manager

Skills include carpentry skills, plumbing knowledge, electrical skills, HVAC maintenance, groundskeeping, attention to detail, interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and flexibility.

Qualifications include proven experience in facilities management or a related field, a valid Utah State Driver's License and be insurable under the company's vehicle insurance policy to operate maintenance vehicles, familiarity with Appfolio is desired, but not required, and ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.

Employee Benefits include 401k and EAP (Employee Assistance Program). Full-Time Employee Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life & disability (eligible 1st of Month after 60-days). Wage range between $20-$25/hour. Full-Time Position. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We value a diverse workforce.