Maintenance Technician I (6907)

SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan with Employer 

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Job summary

SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP in Waco, TX is seeking a Facilities Maintenance technician to perform routine repairs for buildings and grounds, including minor HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general upkeep.

The role requires reading, writing in English, physical activity, and a valid driver's license. Two to three years of maintenance experience is preferred, with responsibilities spanning lighting, systems inspection, and preventive maintenance, under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–3 years of maintenance/repair experience for commercial buildings preferred.
• Valid State Driver License required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine building maintenance and minor repairs (plumbing, carpentry, electrical) and routine grounds upkeep.
• Monitors and repairs lighting systems and electrical components.
• Inspects, tests, and maintains HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other building systems.
• Keeps accurate records of preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Assists with moving office furniture and supervising external service contracts as needed.

Skills

Reading & writing English

Driving

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Facilities Maintenance role based in Waco, TX. The position involves performing routine repairs and maintenance for buildings and grounds, including minor HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work, as well as routine maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine building maintenance activities and minor plumbing repairs (e.g., leaking faucets, clogged toilets, sprinkler malfunctions); performs carpentry repairs to fix dents/holes and paints walls; performs minor electrical repairs.
• Monitors and repairs/replaces lighting systems, including light bulbs, fluorescent tubes, spotlights, exit lights, and other lighting malfunctions.
• Inspects, tests, adjusts, and repairs physical machinery, heating, cooling, piping, and electrical systems; records maintenance according to schedules.
• Troubleshoots and repairs minor mechanical malfunctions; performs preventive maintenance on vehicles, dishwashers, laundry machines, vent fans, etc.
• Repairs walls, floors, ceilings, cabinets, and furniture.
• Maintains supplies, parts, and equipment belonging to the Facilities Department.
• Performs maintenance activities including construction, welding, brazing, soldering, and plumbing under the supervision of the Property Manager and/or Maintenance Supervisor.
• Checks and repairs pumps, fans, valves, and motors.
• Prepares accurate records for preventive maintenance.
• Assembles and moves office furniture, including chairs, desks, tables, bulletin boards, etc.
• Supervises and monitors regularly scheduled contract services as needed (e.g., pest control, copy machines, telephone, street lighting, utilities).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to exert physical energy required to perform housekeeping and minor maintenance tasks.
• Ability to drive a vehicle safely to perform assigned tasks.
• Frequent physical mobility including standing, walking, climbing, stooping, squatting, and lifting. May include periods of sitting.
• Extensive physical effort required for lifting, moving, and carrying heavy objects (more than 50 lbs) frequently.

Working Conditions

• Work involves driving a vehicle and/or working outdoors daily with exposure to weather conditions (rain, cold, snow, heat) and to noise, dust, dirt, and related discomforts.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Affordable Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Employer Paid Basic Term Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability
• Employer Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance Plans and more

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Two to three years of maintenance and repair experience for commercial buildings and grounds, or an equivalent combination of training and experience

Certifications

• Valid State Driver License

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled