Facilities Maintenance Technician (Sun - Thurs; 2nd shift)

So Others Might Eat/ SOME; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,817 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

CPR & AED training

Job summary

SOME (So Others Might Eat) seeks a Facilities Maintenance Technician to sustain the safety, functionality, and integrity of our Washington, DC facilities. You will perform routine and preventive maintenance across electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry trades, respond to work orders, and support on-call coverage to keep units and common areas in top condition.

Requirements include a HS diploma, 1–3 years in facilities management (multi-housing or residential), and a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• HS Degree/GED required; 1–3 years Facilities Management experience in multi-housing or residential facilities.
• Preferred: 3–5 years in multi-site housing or residential facilities; experience in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or carpentry; supervisory experience preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and personal car liability insurance; mileage reimbursed; CPR/AED certification for safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance and basic repairs to building systems and equipment.
• Ensure building systems operate safely and efficiently.
• Complete service requests promptly and document work per policy/standards.
• Prepare vacant units for move-in and coordinate with management.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate contractor work at assigned buildings.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Preventative maintenance

Fire systems

Carpentry

Time management

Customer service

Safety practices

Tool handling

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Invoicing software

Work order system

Maintenance management software

Job description

About the Organization

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in Washington, DC, helping them break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them.

Mission

Our more than 30 programs throughout the district provide comprehensive services that lead to mental and physical health, continued sobriety, job training, living-wage employment, and affordable housing. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare, and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

Compensation

Hourly range: $25.89 to $27.39 (may be commensurate with experience).

Position Overview

Facilities Maintenance Technician supports the Facilities Management department by maintaining the physical condition, safety, and operational integrity of SOME facilities.

Position Description

The Service Technician performs routine and preventative maintenance, responds to work orders, and completes repairs across multiple trades, including electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry. The Technician ensures facilities remain safe, functional, and aligned with organizational standards.

Schedule

Sunday – Thursday, 10:30 am – 7:00 pm (40 hrs/week); On‑call responsibilities twice per quarter.

Required Qualifications

• HS Degree/GED; 1–3 years of Facilities Management experience in multi‑housing or residential facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School degree/GED; 3–5 years of Facilities Management experience in multi‑site housing or residential facilities; previous experience in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or carpentry; previous supervisory experience.

Required License/Certification

• Must possess and maintain a vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and personal car liability insurance (contingency of employment). Mileage reimbursed. Basic Life Support (CPR & AED) Provider.

Skills & Abilities

• Understanding of electrical issues, preventative maintenance, fire systems, plumbing, carpentry, and general maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of landscaping and painting.
• Time‑management skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Professional verbal communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative.
• Ability to use common power tools, hand tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Basic computer skills to complete invoicing, respond to emails, and complete work‑order documentation.
• Customer service skills.
• Knowledge of safety practices related to maintenance activities and corresponding equipment and chemicals.
• Organizational skills with an attention to detail.
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot plumbing issues, preventative maintenance, and general maintenance & repair.

Expected Contributions

• Perform routine preventative maintenance and basic repairs to building systems and equipment.
• Ensure building systems are operated safely, efficiently, and as intended.
• Complete and document all service and maintenance requests promptly per policy/standard.
• Ensure vacant units are prepared for move‑in.
• Purchase and maintain inventory for cost‑effective operations.
• Answer mobile phone in off‑hours and respond to 24‑hour emergency calls as part of the on‑call rotation.
• Complete service requests promptly.
• Ensure all safety standards are maintained.
• Coordinate and monitor contractor work at assigned buildings.
• Communicate work status updates to Facilities Management and Property Management.
• Complete landscaping and grounds work, as needed.

Environmental Working Conditions

The employee works indoors and outdoors, performing maintenance and repair functions involving buildings, facilities, and equipment. The employee drives to and from different locations and is exposed to outside weather conditions, traffic, hot and cold surfaces and work areas, moisture, wetness, dust, oils, greases, fumes, and mechanical and electrical hazards. The employee works with various cleaning agents. Noise level is loud when operating power tools and equipment.

Reports To

Chief Building Engineer.

Position Designation

This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing before or during employment. Disqualification may result from marijuana presence in test results, even with a medical marijuana card.

Physical Demands

Hands use everyday; hand, finger, feel, operate objects, tools, controls; reach with hands and arms. Frequently stand, walk, occasionally sit while completing records and reports. Talk and hear. Stoop, squat, crawl, confined spaces. Climb stairs, ladders, small stools. Lift and carry parts, supplies, equipment typically weighing less than 40 lb.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

SOME, Inc. is a proactive equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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