Maintenance Technician

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Macomb Township (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory is seeking a skilled individual for maintenance roles in Macomb Township. Responsibilities include repairing and maintaining buildings, systems such as HVAC, and responding to emergencies. Candidates must have strong communication skills and 3+ years of maintenance experience.

A high school diploma is required along with authorization to work in the United States. The position involves physical tasks and exposure to varying conditions. Join our mission-driven team to support the community.

Qualifications

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team and individually.
• TB test and police clearance required.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain buildings, grounds, systems, and equipment.
• Monitor HVAC units, alarms, fire suppression systems, and more.
• Perform carpentry, electrical repairs, plumbing, and landscaping.
• Respond to building emergencies and coordinate with responders.
• Inspect completed work for compliance with standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Maintenance experience (3 years)

Job description

Summary:

Repair and maintain site's buildings, grounds, systems and equipment according to established preventative maintenance schedules and troubleshooting practices.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintains and monitors the following systems: HVAC units, alarms, fire suppression, lawn sprinkler, lighting and piping
• Monitors the performance or the heating system and manually controls the system pneumatics for proper operation during transitional climatic periods
• Performs a variety of field maintenance tasks including carpentry, electrical repairs, plumbing repairs, dry wall repairs, painting, floor finishing, carpet care, landscaping, and vehicle maintenance
• Responds to building emergencies when requested, coordinates activities with other responders, and directs the efforts to return the building to a safe and secure state
• Inspects completed work for conformance to blueprints, specifications and standards
• Maintains logs and records of work performed, materials used, and equipment used
• Inspects and maintains a variety of power and hand tools to insure that they are in safe and working order
• Insures compliance with all City, State, Federal, and Salvation Army building codes, procedures and policies

Qualifications:

• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team and individual setting
• TB test and police clearance
• Authorization to work in the United States

Education/Experience:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Three (3) years or more of maintenance experience

Computer Skills:

• Basic computer skills required

Reasoning Ability:

• Possess an excellent working knowledge of The Harbor Light policies and procedures
• Understand and work within The Salvation Army and Harbor Light Mission Statements

Certificates and Licenses:

• None required

Physical Demands:

• Capable of lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling and moving objects of weights between 20 and 50 pounds
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, mop, kneel, and stand for long periods of time
• Frequent solo and group lifting and moving of furniture, office and medical equipment
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks using manual and power tools

Work Environment:

• Ability to adapt to rapid temperature changes and work in temperature extremes, both hot and cold
• Exposure to cleaning chemical fumes, dust, airborne eye, ear, nose, and throat irritants
• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and biohazards
• Ability to work in confined spaces