Maintenance Technician I
Volunteers of America - National Services

Maintenance Technician I

Come join our awesome team as a Maintenance Technician I atNew Northside Village in St. Louis, Missouri!

New Northside Village is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

Maintenance Technician I Job Highlights:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan;
• Career scholarships;
• Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs;
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday & Sick Days)

About the job:

The Maintenance Tech I is responsible for the overall maintenance of the property. Responsible for preventive maintenance, painting, and repairs inside and outside the property to provide a safe, attractive and orderly environment for the benefit, and use enjoyment protection of residents, staff and visitors. This is an entry-level position. This position requires weekend hours.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 0+ years of experience in building maintenance
• Proficient in English. Must have the ability to read and write in English.
• Able to follow both verbal and written English instructions
• Ability to follow proper safety protocols
• Know how to turn the water valve and electricity off in case of emergency

• Pass background screening (drug, employment history and criminal)

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of basic machinery and tools
• Construction experience and/or maintenance of equipment and utility experience
• Knowledge of state building, plumbing, and electrical codes and ordinances.

Essentials:

• Make recommendations to Community Administrator on necessary maintenance repairs, preventive maintenance, and property improvements.
• Repair and paint the building exterior as needed.
• Maintain adequate lighting for interior and exterior of property.
• Schedule and expedite work order request.
• Maintain a clean and orderly storage room.
• Must be capable of using and climbing extension ladder to access roof, windows, and siding to make repairs as needed.
• Safety:

Know, follow and enforce facility safety rules.

Demonstrate proper use of equipment; report equipment needs or repairs.

Follow and enforce facility smoking policies.

Report and document incidents or accidents involving residents, staff or visitors to the appropriate facility personnel.

Oversee and inspect quality and ensure adherence to safety and building regulations.

Ensure quality of contracted services and enforce adherence to safety and building safety.

Understand and implement established emergency procedures

• Complete required training.
• Available to work on-call to ensure that twenty-four (24) hour maintenance is provided to the properties.
• Maintains a friendly, flexible work atmosphere. Works well with others individually and in a team environment.

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Job Snapshot

Employee Type
Full-Time

Location
St. Louis, MO

Job Type
Nonprofit - Social Services

Experience
Not Specified

Date Posted
11/08/2022

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