Maintenance Staff

New Forest Haven; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

New Forest Haven is seeking a Maintenance Staff member to support the ongoing upkeep of its community, grounds, and facilities. You will follow the Director of Maintenance’s instructions, handle a range of trades, and contribute to a safe, clean living environment for residents.

The role requires the ability to lift 50 pounds regularly, stand or walk for long periods, and use hand and power tools. Prior trade experience and strong customer service are valued assets in this fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Two years of maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience in carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical is expected.
• Must be able to regularly lift 50 pounds and occasionally more.
• Strong communication, customer service and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks to support the facility and grounds.
• Detect and report any questionable conditions to the Director of Maintenance.
• Maintain and repair walls, furniture, cabinets, windows, and doors/locks.
• Stock and organize maintenance supplies for work areas.
• Keep work area and equipment clean and in good order; follow safety regulations.
• Respond to emergencies in line with training received.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Organization

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Trade tools

Job description

The Maintenance Staff helps maintain a fully-functioning and clean community by ensuring the grounds, buildings, and equipment are kept in a safe condition. He or she reports directly to the Director of Maintenance and must be able to follow the Director of Maintenance’s instructions and community work orders. The Maintenance Staff should be able to recognize and implement basic repairs for the Community buildings and grounds.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:Adheres to and conveys a philosophy that supports the dignity, privacy, independence, choice, and individuality of residents.Performs typical maintenance support to the entire facilityDetects and reports questionable conditions to the Director of MaintenanceMaintains and repairs walls, furniture, cabinets, windows, and door/locksStocks maintenance supplies for work areasMaintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulationsResponds to emergencies in an appropriate manner as per training receivedPerforms other duties as assignedQualifications & Physical Requirements:Highly professional and dependableExcellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to maintain composure under stressMust be able to regularly lift 50 pounds, to occasionally lift more than 50 pounds, and to spend long periods of time walking/standingAble to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as neededStrong organization skills, able to multi-task, and can manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environmentMust be able to physically perform the duties of the jobMust be familiar with and able to use all hand tools and power tools common to the associated tradesEducation & Experience:High school diploma or GED preferredTwo years of experience preferredExperienced in a wide variety of trade skills (carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical) and the tools associated with themThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions required of a person in this position. I have read the above job description, understand the conditions set forth therein, and will perform these duties to the best of my ability.