Facilities Technician 1

Freedom House Recovery Center; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom House Recovery Center, Inc. seeks a Facilities Technician 1 to maintain, inspect, and repair its facilities and vehicle fleet, while performing carpentry, painting, and routine maintenance tasks.

You will manage work orders, vehicle records, and expenses and collaborate with staff to ensure reliable service across the organization. The role requires basic maintenance experience and a valid NC driver's license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic plumbing, electrical, and general building maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of safety guidelines for tools and cleaning materials.
• Valid NC driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical/electrical equipment and consult vendors when needed.
• Oversee agency fleet maintenance and vehicle records.
• Keep vehicle registrations and safety inspections up to date.

Skills

Plumbing basics

Electrical basics

Maintenance basics

Driver's license

Light machinery

Safety guidelines

Education

GED or HS diploma (preferred)

Job description

The Facilities Technician 1 plays an important role within Freedom House Recovery Center's Facilities team, supporting the organization's mission to serve all in our community on their path to recovery, no matter who they are or what challenges they face. Reporting to the Facilities Operations Manager, this position is responsible for maintaining, inspecting, and repairing the agency's facilities, mechanical and electrical systems, and vehicle fleet; performing carpentry and painting work; keeping work orders, vehicle records, and maintenance expense documentation current; and working closely with colleagues across the organization to ensure consistent, dependable service to the individuals and families we serve.
Compensation: $17 hourly

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma (preferred).
• Some experience in basic plumbing, electrical, and general building maintenance.
• Possession of a valid NC driver's license (preferred).
• Knowledge of the operation and use of light machinery (lawnmowers, sanding equipment, floor buffer, etc.).
• Requires knowledge of safety guidelines for various tools and cleaning materials.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all mechanical/electrical equipment supporting the facility is maintained and functioning properly, and make necessary repairs and/or perform maintenance where appropriate, or consult an outside vendor for support.
• Responsible for agency Fleet maintenance, vehicle care, and reporting of any operational issues regarding them to the Facilities Operations Manager.
• Keeps agency vehicles' registration, insurance cards, and safety inspections up to date and stocked with appropriate vehicle safety equipment.
• Performs carpentry maintenance tasks including routine sheetrock/drywall installation and/or repair, window replacement, cabinet and countertop replacement, painting and texturing, and door and hardware installation; paints interior and exterior finishes, as appropriate.
• Perform regularly scheduled maintenance on all facilities and tooling machines, including support equipment.
• Work in conjunction with the management team to ensure a consistent level of maintenance in all facilities according to organizational regulations.
• Check primary buildings daily as assigned, and inspect facilities for carpet stains, marks on walls that need touch-up, damaged or stained ceiling tiles, and bent or broken window blinds,
• Complete Work Orders via the electronic system in a timely manner, noting completion and other comments when necessary.
• Provide Facilities Operations Manager with all invoices/receipts for maintenance-related charges (vehicle repairs, gas, cleaning supplies, etc.) in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain a spare parts inventory of basic maintenance hand and power tools.
• Job assignments may be added, deleted, or modified to ensure overall facility services are provided
• Attends in-services, staff meetings, and other staff functions as required by the Supervisor.
• Maintains a schedule approved by the Supervisor.
• Is reliable in work attendance and follows Freedom House procedures when requesting planned or unplanned leave.
• Requires regular travel between program sites within the four-county service area.