Facilities Maintenance Technician

Springs Rescue Mission•Colorado Springs, CO

9d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Springs Rescue Mission considers every position part of its ministry and a valued contribution to the team. Employees are expected to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to the organization’s Statement of Faith and Core Values. The Facilities Maintenance Technician helps maintain safe, secure, and clean facilities in compliance with established standards and requirements. The role performs preventative and ongoing maintenance, cleaning, janitorial work, and repairs on Springs Rescue Mission buildings and properties. It also supports the facilities technician vocational training program through hands-on training for students, as applicable. The position assesses and completes service requests, collaborates with the Facilities Manager and vocational training team, and may respond to emergency calls. The employee may be required to drive on behalf of Springs Rescue Mission using a company or personal vehicle. A valid driver’s license, current proof of insurance, and/or a clean driving record for at least three years is required when driving for the organization. Motor vehicle records may be monitored.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in building maintenance, carpentry, electrical work, and plumbing.
High school diploma.
Willingness to learn.
Personal relationship with Jesus Christ; be a constant witness, maintain a Christ-centered and compassionate attitude when dealing with people including people experiencing homelessness, and uphold the organization’s Statement of Faith.
Ability to physically fulfill the duties of the job.
General knowledge of building maintenance and repair, carpentry, construction, electrical, plumbing, heating, and HVAC, or willingness to learn.
Proficiency with carpenter hand tools, electrical tools, an electric snake, and a sewer machine.
Ability to organize and prioritize work orders and standard maintenance functions.
Safety-conscious approach and strong knowledge of facility operations and general maintenance.
Flexibility and ability to respond appropriately to emergencies and organizational needs; work may require extra or irregular hours.
Good supervisory skills, including the ability to train others, provide support, and ensure quality service and outcomes.
Computer literacy.
Ability to read, write, and perform accurate mathematical computations.
Current licenses required to operate vehicles, trucks, forklifts, and/or other equipment.
Valid Colorado driver’s license.
If driving for the organization: valid driver’s license, current proof of insurance, and/or a clean driving record for at least 3 years.
Ability to work in typical office and shelter environments and outdoors with exposure to the elements, including outside normal business hours when required.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform the stated physical activities, including standing, walking, climbing, bending, carrying, and kneeling.
Adequate vision and hearing and good mental condition to withstand consistently medium-to-high levels of stress.
Ability to routinely interact with people experiencing homelessness, people in recovery, and people with mental illness.

Nice To Haves

Forklift trainer certification preferred.
Custodial or janitorial trade certificates preferred.
Good project management skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain safe, secure, and clean facilities in accordance with established standards and requirements.
Perform preventative and ongoing maintenance, cleaning, janitorial work, and repairs on managed properties.
Facilitate the facilities technician vocational training program using a hands-on training approach, as applicable.
Collaborate effectively with the Vocational Training team as applicable.
Collaborate with the Manager of Facilities to maintain the budget and steward resources appropriately.
Assess assigned service requests and determine appropriate steps to resolve them.
Complete assigned service requests properly and efficiently.
Work with vocational trainees to ensure acceptable quality of work, as applicable.
Complete and submit monthly reports as directed by the supervisor.
Respond to emergency calls.
Attend required Springs Rescue Mission meetings and regularly review organizational emails.
Drive on behalf of Springs Rescue Mission using a company or personal vehicle when required.

Benefits

Medical coverage, with Springs Rescue Mission covering 78% of the employee premium on the base medical plan.
Voluntary dental and vision coverage.
Employer-paid life insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions up to 5% after one year of employment; 100% vesting begins on the date of hire.
Voluntary group accident plan.
Eight paid holidays.
Paid time off beginning at 21 days annually, accrued each pay period, with up to 168 hours per year and up to 84 hours available to roll over at year-end; 16 hours are preloaded during the first two months of the first year.
Employer-paid long-term disability.
Tuition assistance reimbursement up to $3,000 per calendar year, with a $12,000 lifetime maximum.
Pay on demand.