Maintenance - Barrington Square

UCHI United Church Homes, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UCHI United Church Homes, Inc. is hiring a Maintenance Technician responsible for maintaining all areas of the property and troubleshooting appliances. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma and experience in general maintenance.

This position requires strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to customer service, and the ability to respond to emergency situations. A valid driver's license is required. Join us to contribute to a welcoming community environment.

Qualifications

• One (1) or more years of related experience required.
• Technical training or maintenance certifications helpful.
• Must adhere to all company policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all areas of the property and surroundings.
• Complete work orders as requested by residents.
• Troubleshoot appliances throughout the property.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service orientation

Problem solving

Time management

Organization

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

HVAC equipment

Landscaping tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Maintenance position is responsible for maintaining all areas of the property and its surroundings in a professional manner and in good working order; completing work orders as requested by residents through the Housing Manager; troubleshooting all appliances throughout the property and resident units; coordinating with the office staff to prepare units for new residents.

Essential Functions

• Participates in special activities as required (e.g., safety committee; mentoring/orientation/new hires; etc).
• Maintains an attractive community by cleaning sidewalks and entrance, sweeping, trash pick‑up and removal, cleaning parking lot and leaf removal; inspects driveways and sidewalks for repair; mows and edges lawns; maintains tree, shrub and planting care; removes snow on parking lot and sidewalks; maintains sprinkling system (if applicable); fertilizes as needed.
• Completes regular maintenance of building appearance: Entrance Vestibule – daily inspection and cleaning by vacuuming carpet, mopping tile, cleaning mats, cleaning glass, dusting, wiping walls as necessary.
• Lobby – general cleaning of walls and floors, light fixtures, emptying trash receptacles, dusting furniture and vacuuming floors.
• Hallways – vacuums carpets, removes carpet stains, wipes/dusts handrails, wipes walls and doors to remove smudges, dusts picture frames, light fixtures and door frames, cleans all glass.
• Laundry Rooms – cleans lint screens in dryers daily, removes trash, clears sink drain, mops/waxes floor, dusts all areas and window sills.
• Elevators (where applicable) – cleans doors inside and out, removes carpet stains, ensures tracks are free of dirt and dust.
• Trash Rooms – inspects and cleans daily, deodorizes and disinfects chutes, removes trash to outside dumpster.
• Stairwells (where applicable) – dusts railing, cleans light fixtures, mops floor landings.
• Public Restrooms – inspects daily, empties trash containers, cleans toilet, sink, mirror and floors once per week or as needed.
• Social Rooms – inspects and removes trash, vacuums floors, cleans windows, light fixtures, dusts furniture and bookshelves.
• Office and Reception Area – daily cleaning to maintain professional appearance.
• Floor Maintenance – strips and waxes floor as needed, under direction of the Manager and in cooperation with Housekeeping staff.
• Apartment Reconditioning – cleans and refurbishes newly vacated units; checks for miscellaneous maintenance, reports items, prepares vacant unit for painting (removes fixtures, patches holes, covers appliances); paints using basic brushes and rollers; cleans thoroughly.
• Annual Apartment Inspections – works with manager, inspects all units annually and performs needed maintenance promptly.
• Emergency Procedures – uplifts emergency maintenance procedures, immediately responds to major problems/failures, ensures safety of residents and staff, coordinates with local authorities.
• Miscellaneous – completes work orders as issued, including replacing light bulbs, maintaining water heaters, managing HVAC units, troubleshooting appliances, unclogs/repairs, minor plumbing and electrical repairs, checking fire extinguishers, carpet repair/cleaning, installing CST units, coordinating with outside vendors/contractors for larger projects.
• On‑call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergency situations; coordinates with Manager to set and uphold annual maintenance budget.
• Assists with training other Maintenance staff, under direction of Housing Manager and Regional Manager.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or directed.

Competency Statement

• Interpersonal – Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Customer Oriented – Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
• Communication, Oral – Ability to communicate effectively using the spoken word.
• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work‑related problems.
• Time Management – Ability to utilize available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.

Education

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required.

Experience

One (1) or more years of related experience.

Certifications & Licenses

Technical training or maintenance certifications helpful; must obtain and maintain mandatory, state and federal requirements and certifications for practice or occupation. A valid driver’s license required if assigned to travel between multiple locations.

Other Requirements

• General knowledge and experience in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, landscaping, carpentry, basic maintenance; adept at using hand and power tools, yard care equipment, etc.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work; good time management skills.
• Ability to identify and solve problems quickly, as pertaining to general maintenance.
• Ability to perceive and recommend preventative maintenance measures.
• Must adhere to all terms and conditions set forth in the United Church Homes Employee Handbook.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.