Maintenance Technician

Senior Housing Options, Inc; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Denver seeks a Maintenance Tech to maintain facility infrastructure and respond to maintenance requests. This hybrid role involves driving staff and residents to activities and performing general maintenance tasks. Candidates should have one year of relevant maintenance experience and show sensitivity towards elderly and disabled populations. High school diploma preferred. The position is vital for ensuring a safe and comfortable environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year work experience in specialized maintenance.
• Experience with elderly or disabled populations preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain building infrastructure and respond to maintenance requests.
• Transport staff and residents to various activities.
• Perform general maintenance tasks and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Sensitivity to residents

Maintenance knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Senior Housing Options, a non‑profit providing affordable, safe housing and care for seniors and people with disabilities, has a great opportunity for a Maintenance Tech to join our Home Office.

If you enjoy caring for others, working for a non‑profit, and having a mission that you can believe in, then join our professional team at Senior Housing Options!

Summary/Objective

This is a hybrid position with the primary purpose to maintain the building’s infrastructure and respond to Maintenance Requests within a needed function. This position follows strict policies and procedures.

This hybrid position may also dedicate 10-20% of its time as assigned by the supervisor to driving & transporting Staff and Residents to various activities.

Essential Functions

• Performs a function within the Facilities and Maintenance team including but not limited to painting, pest control, HVAC, grounds keeping, snow removal, general maintenance, etc.
• Complete Maintenance Requests within specialized area in a timely manner following SHO policies and procedures
• Performs work assignments around the community and maintain community grounds and projects dictated to or as assigned.
• Moves company vehicles as necessary to pick up, transport and return residents, staff and supplies as assigned.
• Follows all safety protocols, specialized training and requirements for utilizing vehicles and transporting people.
• Follow fire and safety procedures.
• Follow established infection control and universal precaution policies and procedures.
• Be familiar with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all chemicals stored and used at the facility
• Maintain records through unit files and property management files as directed by the property manager/Administrator.
• Report any accidents/incidents or hazards to supervisor or manager regardless of severity
• Maintain a written "check out" system if tools or equipment are lent to other SHO facilities, being repaired or otherwise taken off the premises.
• Maintain all tools and equipment in good, safe condition and use according to manufacturers' recommendations.
• Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident information
• Communicate and coordinate with residents in scheduling work to be performed in resident's/tenant’s room; treat residents/tenants and their property with dignity and respect.
• Maintain communication lines with property management and other personnel by attending required meetings as appropriate.
• May assist with moving large & small items within facilities and buildings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Property Manager or Assistant Director, Facilities & Maintenance

Requirements

Working Conditions/Physical Activities

• Works throughout various facilities and grounds
• Required to drive company vehicles including transporting people as assigned.
• Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours
• This position may require lifting up to 50 pounds on a regular basis several times per day.
• An individual in this position may be exposed to inside environmental conditions, extreme cold below 32 degrees for more than one hour at a time and extreme heat over 100 degrees for more than one hour at a time
• May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.

Competencies

• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, including the ability to provide non‑technical assistance in a simple, straightforward manner
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the concerns of residents and a commitment to dealing fairly with all
• Friendly demeanor, positive disposition, tactful, patience and high ethical character
• Maintains a professional demeanor and responds with urgency.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; attention to detail
• Basic computer/internet knowledge and typing skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a wide range of diverse constituents.
• Self‑directed and proactive; independent problem solver
• Demonstrated working knowledge in maintenance functions.
• Be open to new ideas and be willing to incorporate them into practice.
• Must have ability to drive to various properties to perform specialized maintenance duties.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma preferred
• Minimum one (1) year prior work experience within specialized maintenance area required
• Prior working experience with elderly and/or disabled population a plus
• Experience / comfort driving full size vans, shuttle bus, both empty and transporting passengers
• Bilingual a plus
• Valid DL

Expected Hours of Work

This role’s hours will be discussed at time of hour. May be called during off hours to respond to emergency or unusual situations. Occasional on‑call weekend and holiday work may be required.