Facilities Maintenance Technician

Company: Catholic Charities of Central Colorado, Inc.
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

To help further the mission of Catholic Charities of Central Colorado by providing a variety of maintenance tasks, such as carpentry, minor electrical, plumbing, painting, and landscaping at the Marian House-Hanifen Center Campus. Success in this position is achieved by staying ahead of the game and doing preventative maintenance, fixing it before it breaks down and up keeping up on all inspections before a serious problem develops and we have an interruption in service. Essential Duties Light Maintenance

• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, clean filters, and replace motor belt or brushes as needed.
• Move and maintain office furniture and equipment when requested. May include set up and tear down.
• Paint interior and some exterior spaces as needed.
• Perform light maintenance: change light bulbs, hang pictures, replace light fixtures, ballasts, and ceiling tiles; repairs of equipment and to the facility including plumbing fixtures and carpentry. Perform special projects as needed.
• Maintain the grounds: keep sidewalks free of debris and snow (occasionally before and after hours, as needed); provide light concrete repairs as needed, ensure the sprinkler system is operating properly to include seasonal startup and shutdown; maintain landscape to include plants, flowers, and bushes; trim and remove weeds.
• Maintain the flat roof and flat roof drains to keep clear of debris quarterly, or as needed.
• Organize facility closets, monitor supplies and alert supervisor regarding maintenance of adequate stock. Maintain inventory of tools/supplies in good working order.
• Water and prune interior plants.
• Coordinate carpet cleaning to maintain/clean carpets throughout facility.
• Maintain and clean parking lot.
• Find creative solutions for a wide variety of facility needs, and provide input to supervisor.
• Oversee contractors in the absence of the Lead Operations Manager.
• Be available for facility emergency situations.
• Participate in regular department/agency meetings. Custodial
  • Perform custodial tasks not provided by contractor.
  • Follow appropriate HAZMAT and HAZCOM procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned. Competencies
    • Strong ability to maintain items and equipment in a neat, orderly fashion.
    • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns of vacuum and shampooer.
    • Possess an attitude of pride in workmanship and can achieve high standards consistently.
    • Ability to use or quickly learn Outlook & Excel to facilitate scheduling and communication/follow-up. Work Environment
      • A majority of the assigned duties are performed in an office environment.
      • The employee is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions.
      • The employee is required to use their hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with arms and hands, stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, lift supplies and equipment up to 20 pounds in weight. This position experiences frequent repetitive motion to perform the required duties.
      • This position requires the ability to work with toxic chemicals that are present in cleaning supplies and other compounds used in maintaining the facility and grounds.
      • Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of this position. This description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making compensation decisions.
        • High school diploma/equivalency.
        • Experience with basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
        • Knowledge of HVAC a plus.
        • A valid driver's license is required to drive company vehicle to pick up supplies.
        • Demonstrated self-starter and ability to work independently with little supervision.
        • Unquestionable personal integrity and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
        • Ability to work efficiently, effectively, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
        • Ability to organize and prioritize a diverse workload to accomplish tasks. Coordinate maintenance/repairs in order to best utilize time and materials, and to properly handle materials to minimize accident/injury.
        • Ability to operate light to mid-range equipment/machinery.
        • Capable of using sound judgment within defined policies and procedures to determine appropriate action.
        • Willingness/ability to be flexible and to alter schedule for special circumstances (i.e. snow removal).
        • Demonstrated ability to apply culturally appropriate skills in interactions with clients, co-workers, volunteers, partner agencies, and other community members.
        • Excellent communication (verbal and written), problem solving, listening, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to form and maintain positive work relationships.
        • Ability and willingness to work within the established structure of Catholic Charities.
        • Occasional evenings and weekends are required to accommodate meetings and special events. Compensation The salary for this position is $17.00. Salary is determined based on the applicant's incoming skills and experience, and the budget at time of hiring. Position Classification
          • Nonexempt
          • Part Time: 20 hours per week
          • Schedule: Monday - Friday Benefits
            • Discretionary Time Off (used for sick leave and vacation)
            • Employee Assistance Program
            • Paid Holidays
            • Short-term Disability - up to 30 days
            • Workers' Compensation Insurance
            • Part-time employees can contribute pre-tax funds toward a Healthcare and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
            • Tax Deferred Annuities (TDA's) are offered pre-tax for retirement savings.
            • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Equal Employment Opportunity Catholic Charities is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual's work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. Applicants and employees need not be Catholic. However, all employees are governed by Canon Law or the teachings of the Catholic Church. PI186381755

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