Maintenance Technician

The Road Home; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The Road Home, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to ending homelessness, is seeking a Property Maintenance and Repair Technician. In this full-time position, you will perform essential maintenance tasks, support operations, and contribute to a compassionate work environment. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (403B with company contribution and match)

Free Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum two years preferred experience in HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and automotive repair.
• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and custodial duties for facilities.
• Assist with inventory and tool accountability.
• Safely operate and maintain agency vehicles.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Record Keeping

Independent Work

Service Oriented

Strong Work Ethic

Diversity Awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Who We Are

The Road Home was founded in 1923 and has been a leader in the endeavor to end homelessness for over 100 years. We provide low-barrier emergency shelters, supportive services, and housing-first-minded rental assistance that helps individuals and families step out of homelessness and back into the community.We are seeking compassionate and empathetic individuals who are interested in making a difference in the lives of others and their community.

The Road Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Our mission to help people experiencing homelessness is strengthened by a highly qualified team with a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique strengths.

We welcome applicants from all walks of life who share our passion for ending homelessness, collaboration, and compassion. Together, we can create a supportive environment where every voice is heard, and every person has the opportunity to succeed.

BENEFIT SUMMARY

The Road Home is a 501c3 non-profit social services agency whose mission is to help people step out of homelessness and back into our community.
Come be part of the solution.
We have a robust, reasonably-priced, and inclusive benefits plan for full and part-time employees (25-40 hours/week)

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• HSA, FSA, HRA (We reimburse part of your deductible!)
• Retirement Plan (403B with TRH contribution and match)
• FREE Life Insurance for employees
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 12 Public Holidays)
• One Floating Holiday Per Year
• Free Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Training & Development
• Tuition Assistance for a wide variety of classes!
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying agency

Job Summary

Serve as a Property Maintenance and Repair Technician. Provide basic general maintenance and repair functions, under the supervision and guidance of experienced maintenance personnel, for our Homeless Resource Center programs. Assist in property operations including inventory control and accountability of tools and equipment.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions, so please still apply

*Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Location
Gail Miller Resource Center

Reports to
Facilities Supervisor

Position Status
Full-Time

Shift
Monday - Friday,40 Hours

Pay Grade and Starting Rate
Grade 6, $18.90/hour

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

1. Property Maintenance: Perform maintenance, repair and minor construction for Homeless Resource Center facilities. Work includes, but is not limited to: Electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, landscaping, painting and general custodial duties such as trashing out rooms and cleaning. Assist team in developing an effective property-specific preventive maintenance program and perform preventive maintenance on property equipment, e.g., routine physical inspections, air filter cleaning and replacement, lubrication, system monitoring, component repair and replacement and general property maintenance and upkeep as required.
2. Shop Management: Assist supervisor with management of property operations storage and workspaces, including inventory control and storage. Comply with public health, safety and fire regulations. Assist in maintaining properties in an orderly, neat and clean manner. Routinely ensure work area is clean after use. Abide by and implement property security measures. Move and place furniture, appliances and other items within the properties as required.
3. Vehicle and Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Safely operate truck, passenger vans other Agency vehicles and equipment as required. Perform routine preventive maintenance and repair. Maintain vehicles, equipment and tools in good working condition. Identify vehicles, tools and equipment requiring repair and replacement. Fuel, clean and wash vehicles and equipment as required. Follow established tool accountability and inventory control measures and procedures.
4. Transportation: Perform transportation, delivery, moving, pick up, loading/unloading and installation of household items, appliances and other items. Drive, as necessary, any Agency vehicle.
5. Other duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Minimum two years of the following preferred:
  • HVAC
  • Carpentry and/or construction
  • Mechanical and plumbing
  • Electrical
  • Automotive and general light equipment repair preferred

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Record keeping
2. Effective communication and interpersonal skills
3. Flexible and tolerant of changing priorities
4. Ability to work independently within social service organization
5. Service-oriented
6. Strong work ethic
7. Able to maintain confidentiality
8. Ability to work with diverse populations
9. Must have a current valid driver’s license and be insurable on the agency policy
10. Ability to work from a Trauma-Informed Care framework.
11. Familiarity with the Housing First philosophy.
12. Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to diverse populations. Ability to contribute to the agency’s commitment to enhancing awareness and appreciation of diverse ethnic and cultural heritages.
13. Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Physical and Equipment Requirements

• Must be able to lift 50+ pounds
• Must be able to operate agency vehicles
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the outlined duties and responsibilities