Property and Maintenance Tech - The Salvation Army

Description DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS POSITION TITLE: PROPERTY & MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN STATUS: REGULAR FULL-TIME/NON-EXEMPT DIRECT SUPERVISOR: CORPS OFFICERS & OPERATIONS MANAGER UNIT: WHITE CENTER CORPS GENERAL STATEMENT: The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people. FUNCTION OF POSITION: As a Property & Maintenance Technician, you will ensure that all buildings, properties, equipment, and vehicles of The Salvation Army White Center Corps are maintained in a clean, neat, usable, and safe condition. SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday with the possibilities of evenings, weekends, holidays ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: + Responsible for the security of all Salvation Army maintenance tools and equipment. No tools to be loaned out to anyone. + Do building maintenance projects as assigned by Corps Officers or Program Manager, making sure all messes are cleaned up when finished. + Assist in the set-up and takedown procedures throughout the facility. + As necessary, do inside janitorial services that may arise during the day for special events or in the absence of the janitor. + Using approved purchasing procedures for all of the janitorial supplies and equipment for all vehicle and property maintenance supplies and equipment after reviewing with the program manager and gaining approval from the corps officer (s). + As necessary, make supply runs for maintenance and janitorial supplies. + Carry out weekly inspections of all vehicles, and arrange maintenance, repair, or cleaning as needed. + Secure and maintain shop, equipment, and all tools. Shop to be kept clean and orderly. + Responsible for maintaining a complete and accurate inventory of all maintenance equipment. + Safeguard all building and house rental keys, never giving anyone access to occupied tenant rentals. + Do not enter rental houses and officer quarters without prior approval from supervisor. + Learn, know, and follow all OSHA safety standards and Salvation Army safety standards as they relate to your responsibilities. + Coordinate maintenance contracts for mechanical systems, pest control, alarm systems, fire suppression systems, elevators, janitorial service, and garbage pickup. + Repair basic building or housing systems as assigned, including basic electrical systems (switches, outlets, breakers, fixtures, and minor wiring), general carpentry needs (woodwork, door maintenance, floor repair, wallboard and plaster work, painting, and lock systems repair), plumbing, drainage, roofs, roof drains, heating and cooling systems. + For major projects or projects beyond our capabilities, secure bids and make a report with your recommendation to the Program Manager. + Responsible for maintaining separate files on all maintenance equipment, building heating and cooling equipment. These files are to reflect the purchase and installation date and a complete maintenance record for all the above equipment. + Learn, know and follow Salvation Army personnel policy and procedure in all employee matters. + As needed, recruit new workers to fill maintenance and driving positions as the jobs become vacant. + Work with Program Manager to complete employee review and evaluation of any employee responsible for building, grounds or vehicle maintenance. + Respond to alarms when called by security company after hours. Property Manager is first responder listed. + Secure the shop and the downstairs garage door. + Responsible for repairing all kettle stands and signs. Driving kettle workers and volunteers to sites during the Holiday season. + Where an inspection finds a safety hazard, inform the Corps Officers and Operations Manager of this in writing immediately. Take immediate action to correct safety hazard. + Participate in staff meetings and trainings, as assigned. + There will be times when other tasks will be deemed necessary to be completed by you. If they become regular tasks, they will be added to your job description. + Additional duties as assigned by Corps Officer or supervisor. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: + An understanding and acceptance of The Salvation Army's mission, philosophy, and practices. + Must be a self-starter who can work with little or no supervision, able to follow directions. + Experience or training in the building trades + Experienced in the following areas: plumbing, electrical, mechanical, carpentry, painting, general maintenance, and construction work. + Valid Washington State Driver's License. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: + Detail oriented and ability to multi-task + Ability to quickly learn and apply new information/skills + Sensitivity to and understanding of the comprehensive mission of The Salvation Army + Strong verbal and written communication skills + Ability to work independently and as part of a team + Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision + Ability to work in a challenging environment and maintain poise under pressure + Ability and willingness to keep information confidential + Must complete and adhere to Protecting the Mission requirements and guidelines, including the ability to pass a TSA background check + Willingness to both serve and work with a diverse population SOFTWARE-REALTED SKILLS: + Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook (email and calendar) + Data Entry - able to learn skills required to enter clients + Knowledgeable of basic internet skills QUALIFICATIONS: + Must possess a valid Washington State driver's license. + Must pass The Salvation Army's in-house driving test and Motor vehicles Records check. + Must be willing to continually lift 30 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds. + Must pass a criminal background check. + Ability to drive own and/or assigned TSA vehicles. (Based on availability) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: + While performing duties of this job employee may be required to stand or sit for long periods; use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; to talk or hear; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. Must walk, run, sit, stand, and bend on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Must be able to climb and crawl. Must be able to venture onto heights and into small space. + Must be able to lift 40 pounds. + Must be able to speak and read fluent English. Second language is a plus. A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurances. Health Insurance: Low bi-weekly premiums ($34.62) for employee only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside of a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance offered starting at $2.31 bi-weekly cost. Employees are covered by an employer paid life insurance policy. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available. Retirement Plans: Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at 5 years eligible service time, employee funded voluntary 403(b) options Parental Leave: Benefit will be one week (5 business days) of paid leave at the employee's normal rate of pay for births, adoptions and foster placements. Sick Leave: 12 days annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after 3 months' service time. Paid Vacation: 2 weeks annually accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions. 4 weeks annually accruing from day one, for exempt positions. Accrued vacation eligible for use after 6 months' service time. Paid Holidays: 13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per year Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of this position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result. The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/People with Disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)